Wasaga Beach Provincial Park

Feel the sun on your back, sand between your toes and a fresh breeze on your face at Wasaga Beach Provincial Park, one of Ontario Parks’ crowning jewels. Soft, sandy shoreline stretching 14 kilometres makes Wasaga Beach the longest freshwater beach in the world and one of Ontario’s most beloved beach destinations.

The Nottawasaga River flows alongside the beach, through the park and into Nottawasaga Bay. The bay provides shelter from the open waters of Georgian Bay, creating an extended, shallow, temperate area perfect for swimming. Unique, protected sand dunes hug the riverside and wetlands and woodlands extend beyond. Well-maintained paths, trails and boardwalks offer cycling, hiking and snowshoeing adventures.

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A colourful beach umbrella provides shade over a towel on a sandy lakeside beach.

How to get to Wasaga Beach Provincial Park

By car: Wasaga Beach Provincial Park is located on the south shore of Georgian Bay, in the inlet of Nottawasaga Bay.

By transit: GO Transit provides train service from Toronto to Barrie and LINX offer a bus route to and from Wasaga Beach.

Know before you go

Wasaga Beach Provincial Park is a day-use park that operates seasonally from late spring to early fall. The park often becomes very busy on summer weekends. Once the parking lot reaches capacity, the gates are closed. To guarantee your spot, reserve an advance daily vehicle permit.

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Things to do at Wasaga Beach Provincial Park

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Relax on the beach

Swim in warm, shallow waters and play on Wasaga’s famous sandy beach, which draws thousands of visitors annually and features picnic areas, playgrounds and beach volleyball courts.

Go on a hiking adventure

Choose from over 25 kilometres of trails varying in length and landscape, from coastal to forest trails, past dunes and wetlands.

Master winter sports

The Wasaga Nordic and Trail Centre maintains trails throughout the park for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in the winter.

Spend time in nature

The Ontario Parks Discovery Program offers guided nature walks and interactive workshops to learn about the rich natural and cultural heritage.

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A sandy beach shoreline meets the calm blue waters of Georgian Bay. — Wasaga Beach | Destination Ontario

Interesting facts about Wasaga Beach

Wasaga was the first park in Canada to achieve Blue Flag status, a world-recognized designation awarded for strict adherence to environmental, accessibility and safety standards.

The park is a temporary home to over 200 species of migratory birds, most notably the Piping Plover. Over the past few years, this endangered shorebird has been increasing in population, nesting in the sand dune system.

Accessibility Features

Accessible washroom

An accessible washroom stall has adequate manoeuvring room for mobility devices. Includes grab bars, transfer space, accessible door latch, sink with knee clearance, and lever handles or automatic sensor faucets.

Service animals welcome

Service animal can be identified by visual indicators (guide dog or other animal wearing a vest/harness); or documentation available from a regulated health professional to confirm the animal is required due to a disability.

Support persons welcome

Support persons are welcome to provide services or assistance with communication, mobility, personal care, medical needs or access to facilities. Please check with the organization about entry fees, if applicable.

Wheelchair and/or mobility devices available

Wheelchairs and/or mobility devices are available, free of charge, or for rent.

Last updated: September 16, 2024