Notable beach · Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador

Back Cove

Back Cove is a beach in Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador.

Back Cove: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this beach: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Back Cove

Season: October to March; rough seas and lifeguard warnings June to September.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

Visiting Back Cove: tips

  • Swim only where lifeguards or flags show it is safe.

How to reach Back Cove — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 52.40129, -55.65731. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Back Cove?

    October to March; rough seas and lifeguard warnings June to September. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Back Cove?

    Nearby: Cape St. Charles (beach, 27 km), Belle Isle Northeast Light (beach, 63 km), Belle Isle (river spot, 68 km), Barren Bay (beach, 3 km), Beachy Cove (beach, 6 km), American Island (river spot, 8 km).

    Is Back Cove worth visiting?

    Back Cove is listed as a notable beach in Newfoundland and Labrador on Spotwander.