Toronto winters are cold but they make summers that much better. Our beaches are so beautiful, with soft sand and clean water. However, they are only viable for two months of the year, with the lake freezing over around Christmas Unless you are interested in the famous polar bear swim, I am betting that you are coming for “peak summer”. that is between June 21st and September 2nd in Best beaches in Toronto.
I mean, it looks cold but it doesn’t look frozen. What am I say? I would never do this, never in a million years. I like the idea of a hot outdoor whirlpool, the kind where your body is warm and your hair is frozen over.
This is not to say that you cannot have fun at the beach in the winter, only that you need to dress a little bit different! Imagine chilling in these awesome Muskoka Chairs, sipping on a hot chocolate or apple cider. Delish!
To provide a little bit of context, there is a difference between the beach and “The Beaches”.
Doesn’t the water look perfectly clear? Those towers could be anywhere, perhaps Miami or LA. While the winter is frigid and restrictive, the summers are open and tropical!
“The Beaches” is a hip community on the lake, radiating out from Queen and Woodbine. There are a whole bunch of cool things to do here, regardless of the time of year. You will find some interesting buildings in the area, a world removed from the urban core. The person here are super kind and friendly and I recommend coming here for the day!
This shot is taken under the Scarborough Bluffs, which is just east of the city. The view is amazing both from the top and from the bottom.