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Whites Lake, (Nova Scotia) can refer to a few different things in the beautiful Canadian province of Nova Scotia. It's the name of a small community, and it's also the name of several lakes found across the region. Let's explore what Whites Lake refers to!

The Whites Lake Community

The community of Whites Lake is located in the Halifax Regional Municipality. This area is a part of Nova Scotia where people live and work. It's a lovely place to find a home, nestled not too far from the main city of Halifax.

44°31′43″N 63°45′32″W / 44.52861°N 63.75889°W / 44.52861; -63.75889 (Whites Lake)

Whites Lake, Nova Scotia is located in Nova Scotia
Whites Lake, Nova Scotia
Location in Nova Scotia

Lakes Named Whites Lake

It might seem a bit confusing, but there are several lakes in Nova Scotia that are all called Whites Lake! These lakes are spread out across different counties in the province.

Whites Lake in Guysborough County

One Whites Lake can be found near the community of East Ennville in Guysborough County. This lake is a natural water body, often a peaceful spot in the landscape. 45°20′27″N 61°44′14″W / 45.34083°N 61.73722°W / 45.34083; -61.73722 (Whites Lake)

Whites Lake in Halifax Regional Municipality

The Halifax Regional Municipality is home to two lakes named Whites Lake.

  • One of these lakes is located near the First Nations reserve of Shubenacedie 13. This area is important for the local Indigenous community.

44°55′8″N 63°37′52″W / 44.91889°N 63.63111°W / 44.91889; -63.63111 (Whites Lake)

  • Another Whites Lake is very close to the residential community of Whites Lake itself. This means residents of the community might have a lake with the same name right nearby!

44°32′3″N 63°45′17″W / 44.53417°N 63.75472°W / 44.53417; -63.75472 (Whites Lake)

Whites Lake in Richmond County

In Richmond County, you can find another Whites Lake. This one is situated near the community of Whiteside. 45°36′57″N 61°9′9″W / 45.61583°N 61.15250°W / 45.61583; -61.15250 (Whites Lake)

Whites Lake in Shelburne County

Finally, there's a Whites Lake located in Shelburne County. This lake is near the community of Sable River. 43°58′21″N 65°19′52″W / 43.97250°N 65.33111°W / 43.97250; -65.33111 (Whites Lake)

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