Ashbridges Bay, Beaches and Woodbine Park

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Ashbridges Bay, Beaches and Woodbine Park feature sheltered bays, expansive beaches, a cycling path and a boardwalk along the shore of Lake Ontario

View of Woodbine Beach from Ashbridges Bay Park cc licensed photo by wonkanerd

Ashbridges Bay, Beaches and Woodbine Park are together located in a Toronto neighbourhood known as The Beach or Beaches east of downtown on the shore of Lake Ontario. Ashbridges Bay Park features sheltered coves with Marinas on the west and borders Woodbine Beach on the east.

Woodbine Beach is an expansive sandy beach extending an impressive 270 metres back from the water at its widest point. It narrows toward the east, where it joins up with Beaches Park, a sandy strip of beach that lines the lakeshore. Between the 2 beaches, you can enjoy a 2.7 km stretch of sand.

Beaches Boardwalk and the Martin Goodman Trail

A long wooden boardwalk follows the perimeter of Woodbine Beach and extends most of the way along Beaches Park too. Parallel to the boardwalk is the popular Martin Goodman Trail which is popular for cycling, jogging and lakeside strolls. This famous Toronto trail extends for miles beyond the park itself. It even goes all the way to Humber Bay Park on the west side of the city.

Amenities and Activites

This is a very popular summertime locale for both locals and tourists. BBQ meals and refreshments are available at the very popular Boardwalk Bistro, however, expect a line-up in the summer months. The parks include trails, a playground and water park, a boat launch and a marina. Donald D. Summerville Pool complex located on the edge the beach features several outdoor pools for summertime swimming. It is also a popular spot for kite flying. Many species of waterfowl make their home here.

Ashbridges Bay Beach Volleyball

If you enjoy watching beach volleyball, you're in luck. Ontario Volleyball Association Ashbridges Bay Beach Volleyball Leagues play on the beach starting with the Spring Season in May. Events include everything from recreational tournaments to provincial and national championships and even international competitions.

Ashbridges Bay Fireworks

Ashbridges Bay is a premier location for watching fireworks when they are on. Fireworks events are usually held in May on Victoria Day and on July 1st to celebrate Canada Day. These events are great fun, but as you can imagine, they draw large crowds so you'll want to get there early to get a good spot. The fireworks usually begin a little after 9:30 pm.

Access by public transit is easy - just a short bus ride from Woodbine Station on the Bloor-Danforth Line or via Streetcar along Queens Street or King Street in downtown Toronto.

Facts For Your Visit

Fee: No

Address: 1561 Lake Shore Blvd E, Toronto, ON M4L 3W6, Canada

Phone: (416) 392-2489

Official Website: Ashbridges Bay and Beaches Park

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Directions

TTC Subway Line	Nearest Station	Walking Time
Bloor Danforth Line	Woodbine Station	0 Minutes

How to get to Ashbridges Bay and Beaches Park by TTC Subway

From Woodbine Station take #92 Woodbine South to Lakeshore bus south on Woodbine Avenue to Ashbridges Bay Loop which is located right in the park.

As an alternate to the Subway / Bus combination above, you can also catch the 501 or 502 Streetcar East along Queens Street or the 503 Streetcar East on King Street and get off at Coxwell Avenue or Woodbine Loop. Exit and walk south along Coxwell Ave or Northern Dancer Boulevard into the Beaches.

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Rated 4.5 out of 5 Ashbridges Bay Park Star Rating

Great place to spend a day or couple hours! Good place to gather with family.friends or just relax by yourself!

Marco Thauvette - 2 days ago

I love Ashbridges Bay park. There’s so much to see and do. You’re right by the water so you can walk along the boardwalk or head to the beach. Or just walk along the trail with your puppy or family. Most of the trees and benches are dedications which is a very nice touch.

Chantel Whitter - 8 days ago

Came by for a brisk fall walk. Was really windy by the water but walked round to the other side from the bus stop and it was gorgeous by the rocks with the opposing side of fall foliage ♥️

Sarah Yeung - 1 month ago

A spectacular view of the skyline, as you are south of the downtown. Find a quiet spot facing the water (of which there are many) and forget you are in Toronto for a bit. Great for biking, running and picnics. Just east of the park you'll find a a beautiful vast sandy beach in downtown Toronto (Woodbine Beach). A great place to visit year round. Summer looks like Cali; Winter it's a great empty spot for a solitary walk and once a year check out installation art. Love this spot.

Thierry Josic - 1 month ago

This pool was so cool, looking down at the beach and taking in the warm summer day was fantastic. The pool was clean and bustling with people. There are three different pools to choose from, good for children of all ages. A great Toronto summer experience

a McTaggart - 4 months ago

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Ashbridges Bay Beach Volleyball Leagues enjoying some summer fun cc licensed photo by John Vetterli
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