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Beach · Picton, Ontario
Sandbanks Provincial Park
A park on Lake Ontario with long beaches of pale sand and dunes up to about 25 meters high, one of the largest bay-bar dune systems in the world.
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About Sandbanks Provincial Park
Sandbanks Provincial Park is on the west shore of Prince Edward County, about 15 km from Picton. Winds and currents on Lake Ontario have deposited sand over thousands of years to form bars that close bays and lagoons, covered by dunes up to about 25 meters high.
The park has three main beaches. Outlet Beach, about 2 km long, has shallow, calm water for many metres, good for children. Sandbanks Beach, facing the open lake, has waves and coarser sand. Dunes Beach lies at the foot of the larger dunes, which can be climbed via marked paths.
Trails cross the dunes, forests and marshes of the park, which shelter rare plants and migratory birds in spring and fall.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Half a day to a full day.
Best time
July and August, when the water is more pleasant. On summer weekends the park usually fills up; reserve the daily entry in advance.
How to get there
Via County Road 12, about 15 km from Picton.
Tip
Arrive early or go on a weekday, and reserve the daily entry on the park’s website in summer.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Sandbanks Provincial Park
How high are the dunes at Sandbanks?
About 25 meters high.
Which Sandbanks beach is best for children?
Outlet Beach, with shallow, calm water for many meters.
Do you need to book to visit Sandbanks?
In summer, daily entry often requires advance booking.