Wasaga Beach is hailed as one of the premier tourist destinations in Ontario. For over a century tourists have traveled to the welcoming shores of southern Georgian Bay to stroll along the 14 kilometers of white sand beach, swim in warm, clean waters and enjoy the panoramic mountain views across the bay. Perhaps the best kept secret is our endless recreation trails for hiking, cycling, cross country skiing and snowmobiling.
Attractions

Beach Area 1

 Beach area 1 is the busiest beach area in the community.  It is home to many shops, restaurants and this is also the site of many of Wasaga Beach's Special Events where you'll find everything from triathlons, Human Rainbow, Corvette Weekend (Beach Cruise), vintage auto displays to Kitefest and Fireworks. 

But Wasaga Beach Provincial Park has eight beach areas (entry fees for vehicles only), each with its own washrooms, change facilities and picnic tables. As a rule, the farther west you go, the quieter and less crowded the beaches become. Families stake out picnic tables and set up camp for the day, building sand castles, reading paperbacks and relaxing in the sun. As for Nottawasaga Bay itself, remember that you can wade out quite a distance in the shallow water and sandbars, making it ideal for children.

Main Street Mall
Browse through the Main Street Mall for bargains on swimwear, beach toys, souvenirs and more!  Spend time at the Arcade or brave the Haunted House.  The Main Street Mall is alive with activity in the summer months.  

Big Shots Driving Range
 

Wasaga Waterworld Hwy 92 Location
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This complete water amusement park offers a kiddie playland, giant wave pool, speed slides, water slides, paddle boats and thermal pool. For current rates, please visit our website by clicking the link above.

Wasaga Waterworld Beachfront Location 
On the waterfront, between Beach Areas one and two, four high speed water slides provide lots of thrills and spills. 18 hole mini-putt winds around the water flumes.
Telephone: (705) 429-4400. For current rates, please visit our website by clicking the link above.

Wasaga Beach Paintball Adventure
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Enjoy the exciting, safe sport of paintball on 60-acres of rolling wooded terrain. Playing field site rated the best paintball in Canada. Top notch equipment. Safety is our main concern.  Open April to November, groups welcome, call for reservations. Phone: (705) 429-5065

Wasaga 500 Go-Karts Ltd.
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Hwy. 92, P.O. Box 180, Wasaga Beach.  Telephone: (705) 322-2594.
Provides entertainment for the whole family including a one mile go-kart track, nine professional batting cages, 36 hole miniature golf and snack-bar.

Rounds Ranch Farm Adventures
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Canada's most spectacular cornfield maze (435,000 sq. ft. - 5 km of trails) promising to be adventurous and entertaining for all ages. Some of the other attractions include horse & tractor drawn wagon rides, pedal carts, giant straw maze, roped tree maze, soybean maze, apples away, plus much more. Rounds Ranch Farm Adventures guarantee unique exciting experiences for individuals of all ages, families, groups, clubs, and companies. There is also a farm market where you can find farm fresh eggs, meats, home baking, produce and preserves and it's located only 4 km east of Wasaga Beach on County Road 92.

Nancy Island Museum
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This museum displays the original hull of the schooner HMS Nancy, which was sunk by the British Commander in the Nottawasaga River in 1814 to avoid a superior American force. The museum offers regular tours daily, special events and evening programs which take place around a campfire.  

Off Duty Fishing Charters and River Cruises
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16 Harbour Crescent, Wasaga Beach, (705) 429-1615/Cell (705) 446-4383. All tackle included for Salmon, Rainbow, Splake, and Lake Trout. English, French, and German spoken.

Phatwakes Wakeboarding/Sea-Doo rentals
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Ever wanted to try wakeboarding..now you can!  Check out Phatwakes to book a lesson or sign your children up for wakeboard day camp.  Also available are Sea-doo rentals. Phatwakes is located at the main end of Wasaga Beach near Beach Area 1 right beside the Main Street bridge on the Nottawasaga River.

Wasaga Beach Provincial Park
Within the Town of Wasaga Beach is a Provincial Park, 14 km in length, consisting of 350 acres of beach and picnic areas.  There are six gated beach areas (areas 1-6) and two ungated beach areas (Allenwood and New Wasaga Beach).  While provincial cutbacks eliminated the Beach Patrol Program some years ago in Wasaga Beach, teams consisting of a qualified lifeguard and a Park warden patrol the beach daily on ATV's and mountain bikes. A patrol boat augments these teams providing safe surroundings for a visit to the beach.

Wasaga Nordic Centre
The 30 kilometre Wasaga Nordic Trails are located in the 500 hectare dunes area of Wasaga Beach Provincial Park. The combination of raised beach ridges and swales, various sand dune features and rare plant life make this area unique in Ontario.  It is highly sensitive to human disturbances and therefore has been set aside as a nature reserve zone of the park.

The Dunes
Enjoy spectacular scenery and explore the riverside trails. The pristine beauty of this area of Wasaga Beach is almost a secret, even among locals! You'll need a map to find the dunes as they are hidden behind a residential neighbourhood. 

WITHIN DRIVING DISTANCE

Fishing

• The shore on the river in front of the Wasaga Beach Public Library is an excellent fishing spot.
   
• A valid fishing licence is needed. You can purchase it locally at Wasaga Marine, 1237 Mosley Street OR Great Lakes Outfitters, Highway 26 just west of Wasaga Beach
  Canadian residents, click here for fishing licence information.
  Non-Canadian residents, click here for fishing licence information.
   
• You must obey the regulations for recreational fishing. Pick up a copy of the Recreational Fishing Regulations Summary to find out which fish are in season and other important information that can keep you out of trouble.
   
• You can contact the Wasaga Beach Fish camp; Game Club for a current fishing report.  Weather and water temperature can dramatically alter the fishing conditions.
   
• You can find information about Ontario fishing at the Ontario government page. Download their Recreational Fishing Regulation Guide.  http://www.mnr.gov.on.ca/MNR/pubs/pubmenu.html

Boating

GUIDELINES FOR SAFE BOATING
(Reproduced from a brochure by the Town of Wasaga Beach River Resources Committee.
Some important rules and regulations to follow.)
 

NAVIGATION PROCEDURES

• Private navigation buoys are to guide you through the deepest part of the river. It is important to stay between the markers.
• Red spar buoys should be on your starboard (right side) when proceeding upstream.
• Green spar buoys should be on your port side (left side) when proceeding upstream.upstream.

SPEED LIMIT

• Maximum speed limit is 50 kilometres (30 miles) per hour on the river. This limit is enforced by federal statute. There is a maximum fine of $400.00 following a conviction for speeding.
• Plowing is not permitted on the river. The creation of excessive wake is not allowed. Boaters may be charged for excessive wake, and are legally responsible for any damage they cause. Boats should be at a planing speed (provided there is no excessive wake), or at a dead slow speed of 10 kilometres (6 miles) per hour.

BOATING SAFETY PROCEDURES Personal watercraft riders must wear a properly fitted C.S.A. approved life jacket. Boaters must have the correct number of properly fitted C.S.A approved life jackets for their boat, as described in the Small Vessels Act. Fire extinguishers should be located in an accessible area and be in proper working order. All sources of ignition should be removed prior to fueling the boat. When available, ensure blower fan is activated prior to starting the engine. Ensure all portable cooking equipment is properly secured and never used inside the boat. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (about Boating and Watercraft Safety taken from the 1997 Provincial Park Information Guide) Wasaga Beach is a great place for recreational boating; however, safety must be everyone's number one consideration. Watercraft Free Zone No boats or watercraft are allowed between Beach Area 1 or 2 in the Mall Area. This zone is identified by orange marker buoys. Violators will be charged and watercraft may be seized. Beaching Your Watercraft Stay clear of Watercraft Free Zone Within 150 metres of shore, use extreme caution and approach Dead Slow. Stay well clear of swimmers. When swimmers are in the area, turn all engines off. Raise motor, when approaching shallow water. Safety Considerations There is a 50 km speed limit on the Nottawasaga River. The river is a dangerous play area. Reduce your wake. Show Respect for fellow boaters, canoeists and shoreline property owners. Use caution around channel into mouth of Nottawasaga River. Follow navigation buoys. Be aware of changeable weather conditions on Georgian Bay. Park Wardens and O.P.P. Officers will enforce any violations. Dangerous operation of any watercraft is an offence. Local Boating Services Beach Area 1 in the Park offers a wide boat launching ramp, ample parking for vehicles and boat trailers, and nearby washrooms and picnic areas. There is a second public boat launching ramp at Nancy Island. There are two local marinas; Sturgeon Point marina is located at the mouth of the Nottawasaga River just off River Road East and Wasaga Marine is several kilometres upstream on Mosley Street near the Schoonertown Bridge. ATTENTION PERSONAL WATERCRAFT OPERATORS Personal watercraft use and sales are one of the fastest growing outdoor recreational sports in Ontario.  Here in Wasaga Beach, the increased use of the PWC's has become overwhelming.  The vastness of Nottawasaga Bay, the sandy beach and its proximity to the Toronto area make Wasaga Beach an ideal area.  With increasing popularity, comes responsibility for every owner/operator of a PWC.  Listed are some responsibilities you should be made aware of while visiting Wasaga Beach. Restrict recreational riding to the open waters of Nottawasaga Bay.  The river is a dangerous play area. Do not operate watercraft within 150 metres of swimmers. Keep a safe distance between your craft and other watercraft users. Approach shore with extreme caution at dead slow speed. Drive straight in and straight out. Never travel parallel within 200 metres of shore. Obey all boating regulations. Wear an approved lifejacket. Tell someone where you are going and for how long. Use the Buddy system. Dangerous operation of any watercraft is a criminal offence. Please ride safe!

Golfing

GOLFERS LOVE WASAGA'S COURSES

Baywood Golf and Country Club
305 River Road West
Wasaga Beach, Ontario
(705) 429-1449
 

Baywood Golf and Country Club is an 18 hole course, links style, 2,608 yards, par 37 challenge with four tee blocks on each hole.  White sand bunkers and water on most holes.

Big Shots Driving Range
2000 Klondike Park Road ( & Powerline)
Wasaga Beach, Ontario
( 705) 429-0947
bigshotsgolf@rogers.com
www.bigshotsgolf.ca

Marlwood Golf and Country Club
445 Golf Course Road
Wasaga Beach, Ontario
(705) 429-5600
www.marlwood.ca

A landmark golf course in Wasaga Beach since the 1940's, this 18 hole course has lots to offer, especially since its complete redesign.  Facilities on site include a dining room, outdoor pool, patio and pro shop.  Lessons are available upon request.

Wasaga Sands Golf Course
10 Club Court
Wasaga Beach, Ontario
(705) 429-2791
www.wasagasandsgolf.ca

This scenic 18 hole golf course winds through the basins of McIntyre and Lamont Creeks.  The course is family owned and operated, fully licensed by the LLBO.  Snack bar and pro shop in the clubhouse.

AREA GOLF COURSES

Cranberry Resort
Highway 26 West
Collingwood, Ontario
(705) 444-2699
Resort Reservations:  1-800-465-9077
www.cranberry-resort.on.ca

Duntroon Highlands Golf Club
P. O. Box 104, Concession 10
Duntroon, Ontario
(705) 445-9127

Monterra Golf
R. R. #3
Collingwood, Ontario
(705) 445-0231
www.bluemountain.ca

Talisman Mountain Golf Course
Kimberley, Ontario
(519) 599-2520
Accommodations:  1-800-265-3759
www.talisman.ca