Curated Guide
2 hours 15 mins drive east along Highway 401 & PEC $ 5.0 Local Beaches & Waters

Sandbanks Provincial Park & Dunes Beach

World's largest freshwater baymouth dune formation with powdery golden sand

Sandbanks Provincial Park & Dunes Beach

Personal Travel Notes & Description

A breathtaking day trip from Toronto into Prince Edward County. Sandbanks boasts colossal golden sand dunes dropping directly into warm, shallow Lake Ontario waters. Perfect for swimming, beachcombing, and enjoying picnic lunches in a tropical-like freshwater paradise.

Insider Tip & Advice

Book your day-use vehicle permit online up to 5 days in advance via Ontario Parks—summer capacity fills quickly. Pair with wine tasting in PEC on your drive back.

Atmosphere & Highlights

#Day Trip #Sand Dunes #Lake Ontario #Swimming #Prince Edward County

Place Essentials

Drive Time 2 hours 15 mins drive east along Highway 401 & PEC from Toronto, Canada
Address 3004 County Rd 12, Picton, ON K0K 2T0, Canada
Phone (613) 393-3319