Where is Sandbanks Provincial Park?

Sandbanks Provincial Park is on the Lake Ontario shore of Ontario, Canada.

How much time do you need at Sandbanks Provincial Park?

Allow a full day to explore Sandbanks Provincial Park.

Does Sandbanks Provincial Park have a beach?

Yes. Sandbanks Provincial Park has a Lake Ontario beach. Check local beach advisories and swim conditions before going in the water.

Can you camp at Sandbanks Provincial Park?

Yes. Sandbanks Provincial Park offers camping. Summer sites can book up early, so reserve through the official park system.

Provincial Park · Lake Ontario

Sandbanks Provincial Park

Prince Edward County's dune and beach landscape on Lake Ontario.

Photo: Maxime Laterreur · CC BY-SA 4.0

Lakeshore Beach at Sandbanks Provincial Park.jpg by Maxime Laterreur · CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and converted to WebP; display crops vary.

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On the coast

About Sandbanks Provincial Park

Sandbanks is a natural anchor for a stay in Prince Edward County, with beach areas and dune scenery around the western county shore. Combine a reserved park day with small-town and rural stops rather than expecting spontaneous entry during peak season. Check Ontario Parks for day-use reservations, campsite availability and current beach conditions.

LakeLake Ontario

RegionOntario

Park typeProvincial Park

BeachYes

CampingYes

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Best time

July and August for the warmest water; September for mild beach days with far smaller crowds.

Time needed

A full day

Best months

Don't miss

Highlights of Sandbanks Provincial Park.

Spend a family afternoon at Outlet Beach, where shallow water and a gentle sandy bottom stretch well offshore.
Swim or paddle at Dunes Beach on sheltered West Lake, with the great dunes rising behind you.
Catch sunset over Lake Ontario from Sandbanks Beach, the park's long open-lake strand.

Know before you go

Tips for visiting Sandbanks Provincial Park.

Book a day-use reservation ahead for summer weekends and holidays — the park regularly reaches capacity.
Beaches are unsupervised; on windy days the open-lake waves at Sandbanks Beach can create strong currents.
Protect the fragile dunes by keeping to marked paths and designated beach access points.

Great for Beaches & dunes Camping & dark skies Islands, boats & paddling

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Questions about Sandbanks Provincial Park

Where is Sandbanks Provincial Park?: Sandbanks Provincial Park is on the Lake Ontario shore of Ontario, Canada.
When is the best time to visit Sandbanks Provincial Park?: July and August for the warmest water; September for mild beach days with far smaller crowds.
How much time do you need at Sandbanks Provincial Park?: Allow a full day to explore Sandbanks Provincial Park.
Does Sandbanks Provincial Park have a beach?: Yes. Sandbanks Provincial Park has a Lake Ontario beach. Check local beach advisories and swim conditions before going in the water.
Can you camp at Sandbanks Provincial Park?: Yes. Sandbanks Provincial Park offers camping. Summer sites can book up early, so reserve through the official park system.

Travel well

Make it a good visit.

Check access before leaving.

Opening hours, parking, permits and step-free access change by season. Confirm your needs with the official destination; a map pin is not an entrance.

Give the shoreline time.

Leave room for weather delays and a quieter side trail. Stay on marked paths, respect closures and support the local communities that make the coast special.

Travel thoughtfully

Look beyond the air forecast.

Waves and water temperatures can tell a very different story. Use marine forecasts and local beach advisories before any water activity.

Official weather resources

Road trips

Put this place on a longer route.

4-6 days

Toronto to Prince Edward County & Kingston

An Ontario waterfront journey from city promenades to dunes and limestone streets.

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Events

Seasonal traditions on this coast.

These events share the region and lake—not necessarily this destination. Confirm current dates with organizers.

August through Labour Day

Canadian National Exhibition

Toronto's late-summer exhibition near the Lake Ontario waterfront.

Organizer & event guide