Know Before You Go
Important information to know before visiting Grand Bend Beach
BEACH RULES:
- Tents, sun shelters, and canopies of all sizes are prohibited
- Single pole umbrellas with a diameter of 2.4m (8 feet) or less are allowed,
- Umbrellas must be erected in an upright position (not laying on the sand)
- Grand Bend Beach is smoke and vape-free
- No alcohol, glass or BBQs
- No dogs are allowed on the beach*
- Sports and sport equipment are not allowed on the main beach
- Single person and two person inflatables are allowed. All other larger inflatables are not allowed
*Dogs are not permitted on the main beach during the beach season (May 1 - September 30). Leashed dogs CAN be on the North and South beach from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. AND 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Please be respectful to each other, staff and by-law enforcement. For additional information, please see the Lambton Shores Parks and Facilities By-Law.
Location |
90 Main Street West Grand Bend, ON N0M 1T0 Map |
Beach Rules |
Before you visit Grand Bend Beach, please note that the following rules are in place for the safety and enjoyment of all visitors:
For additional information, click here or read Lambton Shores Parks and Facilities By-Law. |
Parking |
Learn more about parking locations and regulations. |
Public Washrooms (Beach House) |
Summer Operating hours (until Labour Day):
September Operating hours (Until September 27, 2024):
Facilities will be closed when they are being cleaned. |
Public Washrooms (North Beach Parking Lot Washroom Facility) |
There is an automatic washroom facility located near the North Beach Parking Lot. This washroom facility is open year-round. Operating Hours:
Facility hours may change without notice due to cleaning or maintenance. |
Highlights |
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Grand Bend Beach Cams |
Planning to visit today? Check out the Grand Bend beach cams before you head out! |
Beach Safety |
Lifeguards are on patrol at the Grand Bend Main Beach from mid-June until Labour Day. Visit the beach safety page to learn more about the beach patrol and other safety measures including our life jacket lending program. |
Beach Water Quality Status - program completed for the season |
Lambton Public Health takes water samples to monitor beach water quality. These samples are tested for high levels of bacteria, excessive algae growth, or other contaminants that could cause negative health effects associated with swimming. Warnings are posted by Public Health when the levels of E. coli exceed the provincial guidelines. Check the beach water quality status before you head out to the beach.
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Planning Your Trip |
Before your visit, we encourage you to check out the Visiting Lambton Shores page to help you plan your trip. |
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