The Muzhappilangad Beach (15 km from Kannur) :

Black rocks protect this long, clean beach from the currents of the deep, making is shallow water a swimmer's paradise.

This is perhaps Kerala's only drive-n beach where you can drive down the entire length of 4 km.

The Ezhimala Beach (50 km from Kannur) :

The beautiful beach here has a hillock nearby (286 m height). A naval academy is being developed here.

The Payambalam Beach (2 km from Kannur) :

This long, lovely beach is a local picnic spot.

The Kizhunna Ezhara Beach (11 km from Kannur) :

This beautiful stretch of sand is one of the most secluded beaches in Kerala.

The Dharmadam Island (17 km from Kannur) :

The small 5 acre island covered with coconut palms and green bushes is a beautiful sight from the beach. Permission is required to enter this privately owned island (100 metres away from the mainland at Dharmadam ).