This beach is a natural swimming hole in the Dollar Lake Provincial Park, and became so popular in the 1980s that sand was trucked in to extend the beach. Today, it is supervised by lifeguards and is still popular, mainly because of the adjoining campground and hiking trails. Canoe Kayak Nova Scotia offers Paddling for Families Day in July, a day where groups can learn basic canoeing or kayaking skills and go for a paddle on the lake. The hiking trails are long and expansive. The park also has a playground and picnic areas at the beach. The campground has amenities such as parking, washrooms, firepits, showers and wi-fi.

Dollar Lake Beach is tested 3 times per summer.

The description above was copied from or heavily based on Swim Guide, with permission.

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• Swim Guide - Weather and water quality for Dollar Lake Beach and 8,000 other beaches.