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Where are the singing sands?

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General Island

Good morning J.

Thank you for your inquiry to Ask an Islander. You will find the Singing Sands at Basin Head Provincial Park, a very popular beach for locals and visitors alike - definitely my favourite! It has been named "one of the best beaches in Canada" and is located 'up east' just a short drive beyond Souris.

This nickname speaks to the high silica and quartz content in the sand. In places, the sand actually squeaks or "sings" when you walk on it. Here's a video to demonstrate...

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We hope to see you soon on Prince Edward Island.

Verna Lynne

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