New Brunswick beaches are on of our family’s favourites, and so much fun to explore. Discover New Brunswick Beaches with us, like Crow Island Beach – Little Dipper Harbour, NB. We found this beach on the same day we visited Black Beach in Lorneville, NB. We decided to explore the coastline further, taking in the serene landscapes and the diverse wildlife that calls this area home.
Crow Island Beach was next on our travels
Crow Island Beach is not just a place to sunbathe; it’s an opportunity to connect with nature, from the seabirds soaring overhead to the detailed pebbles scattered along the shore. Whether you’re a seasoned beachcomber or a first-time visitor, there’s lots of coastal exploration to be had in this region.

We had the morning to explore the region, so we got back onto Highway 1 from Lorneville. We turned back off the highway at the Musquash Nature Reserve (there is a trail from that side that will take you on a hike into Black Beach as well). Without looking at the phone, for Google maps advice, we just drove, while letting ourselves simply go where we pleased. You can see here, that the route was partially through marshland, wooded areas, and coastal.

There is room to park your vehicle as well as turn around. You can see our silver vehicle parked above.

This beach is at the end of a narrow road. It is rocky and there is plenty of room to explore, throw pebbles, find sea glass, and climb the boulders. My oldest son also went out to the little island with the trees. It was low tide and foggy the morning we first found this beach. Our favourite beachcombing weather! We spent our time enjoying the sounds of the water and seagulls in addition to hunting for shells and sea glass.

Amenities
- We found the beach to be clean and free of garbage.
- There are no facilities at this beach.
- It is easily accessed by way of the road, and as you see above, there is a parking lot at the end of Crow Island Road with room to turn around and park.
- There is a hiking trail not far from this beach at the Belding’s Reef Nature Preserve.

Location
Located just a 30-minute drive south of Saint John, this would be part a great day trip. Coming from as far as Moncton or Fredericton, you may wish to plan more stops along the way are enjoy some beachcombing. There are many coastal beaches located along the shoreline in this area.
Please respect any private property or nature reserve areas.