Chocolate Lake is a highly sought-after beach, conveniently located just minutes from downtown Halifax, just past the Armdale Rotary on Herring Cove Road. There is parking available on site, and the beach is easily accessible using public transit.
Chocolate Lake is surrounded by trees which provide a wealth of shade. The small beach opens on to a large, deep man-made lake, with lots of space for everyone. Chocolate Lake offers showers and changing rooms beginning in late May to September 31 from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. There are active lifeguards on duty from July 1 to August 31 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily.
Adjacent to Chocolate Lake Beach, a tennis court and a basketball court are available for public use.
Fun Fact: Chocolate Lake got its name because it was made on the site of an old chocolate factory.
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Keep your distance from other people.
Practicing social distancing is still essential. Only go to the beach if you are able to keep 6 feet or 2 meters away from others. Follow the instructions provided by your local health authorities. If your community has asked that you remain indoors and away from others, do so. Spending a day in any crowded place is the worst thing we can do for our most vulnerable right now and will counter our efforts to curb the virus’s spread.
- Passed water quality tests 60-95% of the time
Historical Status
Keep your distance from other people.
Practicing social distancing is still essential. Only go to the beach if you are able to keep 6 feet or 2 meters away from others. Follow the instructions provided by your local health authorities. If your community has asked that you remain indoors and away from others, do so. Spending a day in any crowded place is the worst thing we can do for our most vulnerable right now and will counter our efforts to curb the virus’s spread.
- Passed water quality tests 60-95% of the time
- Historical Status
Chocolate Lake is a highly sought-after beach, conveniently located just minutes from downtown Halifax, just past the Armdale Rotary on Herring Cove Road. There is parking available on site, and the beach is easily accessible using public transit.
Chocolate Lake is surrounded by trees which provide a wealth of shade. The small beach opens on to a large, deep man-made lake, with lots of space for everyone. Chocolate Lake offers showers and changing rooms beginning in late May to September 31 from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. There are active lifeguards on duty from July 1 to August 31 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily.
Adjacent to Chocolate Lake Beach, a tennis court and a basketball court are available for public use.
Fun Fact: Chocolate Lake got its name because it was made on the site of an old chocolate factory.
*** The Report Pollution tool is your direct line to reach us. Use it to send us photos, ask questions and let us know how your beach is doing! We cannot wait to hear from you! ***
| Beach | Location | Water Quality | Water Quality | |||
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| Halifax, Nova Scotia | Halifax, Nova Scotia | Historical Status | ||||
| Halifax, Nova Scotia | Halifax, Nova Scotia | Current Status | ||||
| Halifax, Nova Scotia | Halifax, Nova Scotia | Current Status | ||||
| Halifax, Nova Scotia | Halifax, Nova Scotia | Current Status | ||||
