Melmerby Beach Provincial Park, Provincial park with sandy beach in Little Harbour, Nova Scotia
Melmerby Beach Provincial Park extends along 2 kilometers of shoreline, connecting Kings Head with Roy Island along the Northumberland Strait.
The provincial park, established in 1977, received its name from the sailing barque Melmerby that sank near the shore in October 1890.
Local residents refer to this coastal destination as 'The Merb', making it a central gathering point for community activities and summer recreation.
The park provides amenities including change houses, flush toilets, salt-rinse showers, picnic tables, and a boat launch with sufficient parking spaces.
The beach maintains warmer water temperatures compared to other Nova Scotia beaches due to its location along the protected Northumberland Strait.
Location: Pictou County
Inception: July 26, 1977
Shares border with: Little Harbour
Website: https://parks.novascotia.ca/content/melmerby-beach
GPS coordinates: 45.65760,-62.50850
Latest update: June 11, 2025 04:20
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