List of beaches in Nigeria

Beaches in Nigeria is a list of notable beaches along the Atlantic coast and the Gulf of Guinea in Nigeria. The country's coastline stretches across several states, offering a variety of public, private, and resort beaches. These beaches are known for recreation, water sports, cultural events, and tourism. ^{[1] [2]}

Lagos State

• Tarkwa Bay Beach - An island beach accessible only by boat, known for swimming, surfing, and picnics. ^[3]
• Elegushi Beach - A beach in Lekki known for nightclubs, restaurants, and social events. ^[4]
• Alpha Beach - A beach in Lekki for relaxation, picnics, and seaside walks. ^[5]
• Bar Beach - A Victoria Island beach used for jogging, picnics, and leisure. ^[6]
• Oniru Beach - A private beach in Victoria Island, for leisure and social gatherings. ^[7]
• La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort - A resort beach combining natural scenery with cultural activities. ^[8]

Akwa Ibom State

• Ibeno Beach - One of the longest sand beaches in Nigeria, known for walking, horseback riding, and water sports. ^[9]

Rivers State

• Finima Beach (Bonny Island) - A sandy coastal area on Bonny Island used for recreation and nature walks. ^[10]
• Port Harcourt Tourist Beach - Urban beach providing leisure space for residents and visitors. ^[11]

Other States and Regions

• Calabar Beach, Cross River State - Coastal beach near Calabar for local recreation. ^[12]
• Asaba Beach, Delta State - A coastal beach in Asaba for relaxation and seaside activities. ^[13]
• Ndibe Sand Beach, Ebonyi State - A sand beach in Afikpo-North used for leisure and coastal walks. ^[14]
• Patigi Beach, Kwara State - A riverfront beach along the Niger River popular for fishing and boating. ^[15]
• Okpoama Beach, Bayelsa State - Coastal beach used for local recreation and events. ^[16]

See also

• Tourism in Nigeria
• Geography of Nigeria
• List of islands of Nigeria

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