7 Stunning Ontario Beaches With Velvety Sand Shores & Sparkling Waters To Visit In 2024
Get that swimsuit ready!
With summer drawing nearer, it's time to start dreaming about beach days. Ontario has so many beautiful beaches with sandy shores and blue water to check out in 2024.
From vibrant beach towns to destinations with rolling sand dunes, you can enjoy swimming, relaxing and more at these dreamy spots.
Here are 7 gorgeous sandy beaches to visit in Ontario this year.
Wasaga Beach
Price: Parking fee
Address: Wasaga Beach, ON
Why You Need To Go: This dreamy summer destination has been called one of the "premier tourist destinations in the world" and you can spend the day lounging on the World's Longest Freshwater Beach. With over 14 kilometres of white sandy shores, you'll feel like you've jetted off to the tropics.
Long Point Beach
Price: Prices vary
Address: 350 Erie Blvd., Port Rowan, ON
Why You Need To Go: This 40-kilometre sand spit is a hidden gem and boasts velvety shores and crystal waters. Its warm temperatures make it an idyllic spot to take a dip.
Accessibility: The beach has mats for accessibility.
Sauble Beach
Price: Paid Parking is in effect from June 1 to Labour Day
Address: Sauble Beach, ON
Why You Need To Go: Nestled on the shores of Lake Huron, Sauble Beach is known as the "Daytona of the North" and has 7 kilometres of white sand beach.
The little beach town features restaurants, shops and attractions to enjoy.
Pinery Provincial Park
Price: Prices vary
Address: 9526 Lakeshore Rd., Grand Bend, ON
Why You Need To Go: With 10 kilometres of soft sand shores and rolling dunes, this spot is worth a road trip this summer. You can take a dip in the shining waters of Lake Huron and enjoy some of the scenic trails surrounding the beach as well.
Sandbanks Provincial Park
Price: Prices vary
Address: 3004 County Rd. 12 RR#1, Picton, ON
Why You Need To Go: This breathtaking provincial park is home to the "world’s largest baymouth barrier dune formation" and three white sand beaches that are "among the best in Canada."
It's a popular place during the summer so you'll want to book your vehicle permit in advance.
Grand Bend Main Beach
Address: Grand Bend Main Beach, ON
Why You Need To Go: This beach features magnificent sunsets and powdery shores where you can soak up some sun. The beach town is known as "one of Canada’s best" and has restaurants, shops and more.
Accessibility: The beach has mats for accessibility.
Port Stanley Main Beach
Price: Parking fee
Address: Port Stanley, ON
Why You Need To Go: This charming beach is located on Lake Erie and has East Coast vibes. It's known for its sandy shores and warm water, making it a great destination if you're planning a beach day this summer.
Aidan Goulding, 23, is shown in an undated handout photo alongside his mother Sonia Monk and brother Wylder Goulding. Goulding was one of four Canadian Armed Forces members who was killed in an out of control grass fire during a training exercise at CFB Wainwright Saturday night.
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Sgt. Morgan Wong, 26, is shown in an undated handout photo. Wong was one of four Canadian Armed Forces members who was killed in an out of control grass fire during a training exercise at CFB Wainwright Saturday night.
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