Most people don't know, or simply forget during the long cold winters, that Toronto has some beautiful beaches! But they are there, and incredibly fun to explore!
There are two main beach areas on Toronto Island - Hanlan's Point and Ward's.
Here's an illustrated map of the area to give you an idea of where the beaches are:
This beach is considered 'less busy' than other places on the island - though if you go during the weekend, and especially during pride weekend, expect to search for a spot for your towel on the beach! There are both clothing mandatory, and clothing optional areas - and just because your in the clothing optional area that does not mean you have to be naked. There are people of all levels of dress in this area, and it's very accepting and inviting to people of all body types and sexual orientation - and wow is it a fun party when people get their music playing and drinks flowing!!!
This a more family friendly area, full of picnic benches and space for you and your family or friends to enjoy the water and sandy beach! This is also considered a more residential area, as there are many cottages and homes on Wards Island. Even though it's called an island - don't worry you don't have to take another ferry to get to Center Island or even to Hanlan's Point on the other side - it's all walkable, with a beautiful boardwalk along the waterway.
Getting to the Beaches
Taking the Ferry from downtown to Toronto Island is easy-peasy... especially when you buy your ticket online! Bypass the line and buy your ticket from the Toronto.ca website - click HERE for a direct link.
There are 3 lines when you get into the Jack Layton Ferry Docks, one for Hanlan's Point, one for Center Island, and one for Ward's Island - pick your destination of choice and hop in line! The ferries come approximately every half, but click HERE to see the updated schedule.
Michaychay Tip: The lines are always smaller for Wards Island and Hanlan's Point, than Center Island - but you if you have a half hour or so, can walk to Center Island from either of these beaches!
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