Wasaga Beach

Travel Guide
Wasaga Beach Provincial Park featuring a beach
Vacation in a town on the southern banks of Lake Huron that is renowned for its long freshwater beach, skiing, hiking and history.

Lying on the southern shores of Lake Huron’s Georgian Bay is the pretty and outdoor adventure-loving town of Wasaga Beach. It is where you will find valleys, wetlands, a forested park and one of the longest freshwater beaches.

Visit Wasaga Beach, a large Blue Flag beach that stretches for approximately 9 miles (14 kilometers). Swim, sunbathe, go Jet Skiing and windsurfing and picnic on the white sands. On Tuesday evenings during July and August attend free jazz concerts. At the eastern end of the beach, find Beach Drive, a vibrant area of waterfront bars, cafés and restaurants.

The beach is part of Wasaga Beach Provincial Park, a pine-oak forested park that also features 18 miles (30 kilometers) of trails that are ideal for hiking and biking. Wildlife enthusiasts will enjoy spotting deer and endangered birds, among other fauna. In the winter months, come here for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. 

Venture deeper into the park by renting a kayak and exploring the 20-mile (32-kilometer) Nottawasaga Canoe Route. The Nottawasaga River weaves through picturesque valleys and wetlands where you might see beavers, herons and swans.

During your tour of the park, learn about local history at the Nancy Island Historic Site. Enjoy theatrical performances, watch the video presentation and take part in cannon-firing exhibitions to discover more about HMS Nancy, a British ship that served in the War of 1812.

Treat the children to an afternoon at Elmvale Jungle Zoo where there are more than 300 animals including lions, lemurs, jaguars and giraffes. For even more animal experiences, go to Rounds Ranch, a working farm in nearby Elmvale. 

Wasaga Beach has a year-round schedule of cultural events. Among the highlights are June’s Kite Fest, September’s Wasaga Beach Blues Festival and the Christmas parade. 

Wasaga Beach is less than a 2-hour drive from Toronto and served by intercity buses. Stay at family-friendly resorts, beachside hotels and camping grounds.

Enjoy a combination of relaxation, recreation and adventure and take advantage of Wasaga Beach’s location as a gateway to popular Ontario attractions such as Blue Mountain Ski Resort and Collingwood Scenic Caves.

Beachfront at Beach1 Motel
Beachfront at Beach1 Motel
2.5 out of 5
130 Mosely St, Wasaga Beach, ON
The price is CA $123 per night from Jun. 6 to Jun. 7
CA $123
per night
Jun. 6 - Jun. 7
Stay at this motel in Wasaga Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 beach bars. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in our reviews. ...
6.4/10 (232 reviews)
"Beach front was a great location"

Reviewed on May 29, 2023

Beachfront at Beach1 Motel
Saga Resort
Saga Resort
2.5 out of 5
88 Main Street, Wasaga Beach, ON
The price is CA $161 per night from Jun. 6 to Jun. 7
CA $161
per night
Jun. 6 - Jun. 7
Stay at this hotel in Wasaga Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (546 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful Close to water! Handy that each room has a kitchen, especially with children. Building and playground older than expected from pictures. Still fully functional and worked for what we needed with a family."

Reviewed on May 28, 2023

Saga Resort
Villa Nova Motel Resort
Villa Nova Motel Resort
2 out of 5
45 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach, ON
The price is CA $150 per night from Jun. 6 to Jun. 7
CA $150
per night
Jun. 6 - Jun. 7
Stay at this motel in Wasaga Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the overall value in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (108 reviews)
"The room I was nice a clean"

Reviewed on May 29, 2023

Villa Nova Motel Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Dock Life Beach 1 - Walkout River 13, 5 bdrm Sleeps 14, 3 min walk to Beach 1
Dock Life Beach 1 - Walkout River 13, 5 bdrm Sleeps 14, 3 min walk to Beach 1
Wasaga Beach
Stay at this cottage in Wasaga Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Skull Island Adventure Golf and Nancy Island Historic ...
Dock Life Beach 1 - Walkout River 13, 5 bdrm Sleeps 14, 3 min walk to Beach 1
Wasaga Beach Staycation B&B w/ hot tub minutes from Beach 1!
Wasaga Beach Staycation B&B w/ hot tub minutes from Beach 1!
Wasaga Beach
Stay at this vacation home in Wasaga Beach. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and an arcade/game room. Popular attractions Marlwood Golf and Country Club and Skull ...
Wasaga Beach Staycation B&B w/ hot tub minutes from Beach 1!
Dock Life Cottage 5 - Riverside, 1 Bedroom, Wasaga
Dock Life Cottage 5 - Riverside, 1 Bedroom, Wasaga
Wasaga Beach, Ontario
Stay at this cottage in Wasaga Beach. Enjoy WiFi, onsite parking, and barbecue grills. Popular attractions Wasaga Beach Nordic Centre and Tower Island are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Too short of a stay
"Good times"

Reviewed on Oct. 26, 2022

Dock Life Cottage 5 - Riverside, 1 Bedroom, Wasaga
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Wasaga Beach

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Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
Oct. 13, 2019

Staff was great and understanding of everything when checking in. Cute room just enough room for two people quit area. And there is a pizza vending machine that is 24/7 down the street 10 mins from this location. Everything was great

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
Sep. 22, 2019

We love wasaga beach! Best beach in Ontario. Soft sand, easy access to public washrooms, shallow, clean water, sunsets!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
Sep. 18, 2019

Beautiful but Was so quiet and empty when we visited it

4/5 - Good

Dennis
Sep. 6, 2019

Enjoyed the location of Beach 1 which had many stores and restaurants on the waterfront. Also enjoyed free visit to the Nancy Island Historic site Great history lesson of the the area (HMS Nancy) and of the war of 1812 including a movie.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
Aug. 26, 2019

It is a nice and sandy beach, easy on the feet and clean. Very busy with people, and at times the tide was high were there was not much space for towels and umbrellas. The town itself seems a little hard done by, many storefronts closed

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
Aug. 18, 2019

Was very surprised and disappointed that in the middle of summer there were no venues on a Saturday night offering live music. Called every place advertising causal dining/bar and nothing. Only options were super loud canned music at the beach.

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