Beaches

With an abundance of freshwater lakes, rivers and waterways, Ontario is blessed with diverse and beautiful beaches.

Discover wild, rocky beaches and warm sandy stretches, perfect for picnicking and swimming.

Feel confident about the water quality and safety standards at our Blue Flag Beaches. And have your camera ready for spectacular sunsets.

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Blue Flag beaches in Ontario

The following beaches have met the highest standards for a Blue Flag.

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Six beautiful islands in Ontario

Let the timelessness and tranquility of the island spell engulf you on these floating jewels.

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Ontario’s bucket list worthy natural swimming holes

Make your way to these seven bucket-list-worthy swimming holes in Ontario to cool off this summer.

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Ontario's best urban beaches

Combine sun, sand and skyline views at these inviting, kid-friendly beaches located surprisingly close to the heart of the city.

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Stunning white sand beaches in Ontario

Discover sunny Ontario destinations with sandy beaches that will make you think you’re on a tropical island getaway.

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Summer fun for water-loving families

Share the water adventures you loved most as a kid and discover new ones while making family memories.

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Beaches, boat cruises and breweries 

Experience the perfect summer trifecta of beautiful beaches, boat cruises and local breweries in five of Ontario’s favourite destinations.

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Specific spots

Ready to dive into a specific spot? Here are some related things to do.

Grand Bend Beach

Grand Bend, a premier blue flag beach is one of the liveliest beaches in Ontario. Situated on the shore of Lake Huron in Lambton County, the...

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Killbear Provincial Park

Killbear Provincial Park’s proximity to Toronto, only three hours away, has made the park extremely popular with visitors from around the world...

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Sandbanks Provincial Park

Sandbanks Provincial Park lies tucked away on the southern edge of Prince Edward County, where shifting sand dunes meet the shallow turquoise...

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Kelso Conservation Area

Kelso Conservation Area is 3 square km outdoor recreation park set along the rocky Niagara Escarpment that packs in a lot of outdoor fun. With...

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Port Stanley Beach

Port Stanley Beach is the heart of the quaint town of Port Stanley in the Municipality of Central Elgin in Southwest Ontario. The beautiful beach...

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Balsam Lake Provincial Park

A forested oasis in the Kawartha Lakes community, Balsam Lake Provincial Park offers outdoor recreation seekers the ideal escape. Set on the...

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Cobourg Beach

Cobourg Beach is a treasured secret for the locals, but it’s just too good to stay a secret forever. For years, visitors from nearby cities have...

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Mara Provincial Park

Mara Provincial Park is a family favourite each summer for its safe, sunny beach, playground, nature trail and convenient campsites. The park is...

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Last updated: January 24, 2023

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