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Beaches

There’s no match to the feeling of being at the beach. Huron County has 14 public beaches located along 100 km of scenic shoreline.

AMBERLEY BEACH

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This natural and secluded beach is somewhat rocky with grassy patches and small trees for shade.

ASHFIELD PARK

A large, secluded beach. Take the steep and winding road down to the parking area. A small pavilion is located at top of the hill.

PORT ALBERT BEACH

Port Albert offers a mid-sized sandy beach. The river flowing into the lake offers excellent fishing opportunities.

POINT FARMS PROVINCIAL PARK

This large, sandy beach is located within Point Farms Provincial Park. Admission fee is required for day use.

SUNSET BEACH

A long path followed by stairs leads to the rocky beach and provides excellent opportunities for birdwatchers.

GODERICH MAIN BEACH

A large sandy beach featuring a boardwalk, snack bar and playground, making this an excellent choice for families.

* Please note that changing water levels can have an impact on beaches.

ST. CHRISTOPHER’S BEACH

A pavilion, playground and picnic tables make this rocky beach an excellent location for lakefront picnics and family gatherings.

ROTARY COVE BEACH

A large sandy beach, this location also offers picnic tables, benches, a snack bar, trees for shade, and a large playground for kids.

BLACK’S POINT ROAD BEACH

This natural area, popular with bird watchers, offers a wide beach with lots of grassy areas and small bushes.

BAYFIELD PIER BEACH

Bayfield’s Main Beach is located next to the pier and marina, visitors can rent canoes and kayaks.

HOWARD STREET BEACH

This beach is reached by a staircase, which leads to the white sand stretching along the village’s coastline.

HOUSTON HEIGHTS BEACH

This secluded location offers access by way of a staircase down to the sandy shores and a pavilion in a park-like setting.

PORT BLAKE PARK BEACH

A sandy beach that is often busy with visitors, the location offers a picnic shelter and playground. Admission fee is required.

GRAND BEND BEACH

The largest beach on the Huron shoreline. Popular with visitors, this beach is often busy and offers recreational opportunities.

HURON BEACH INFO

Huron Perth Public Health (HPPH) monitors all public beaches in Perth and Huron Counties by testing the water for unsafe bacteria. For up-to-date information on water

quality and beach openings, please check hpph.ca.