Saint-Zotique Beach — Attraction in Saint-Zotique

The pros:

Clean (very clean) - The sand is not dusty despite that its a dark sand. You won't find cigarette butts anywhere. There are garbage bins and recycling ♻️ bins all along the beach entrance. There are ash receptacles dedicated to BBQ remains. Affordable - Family of 4 is $30 for the day. Residents have a great discount. Activities on site are also very affordable. Activities - kayak, paddle boarding, peddle boats, volleyball courts, playground for little ones with slides and monkey bars etc, and a floating parcour you can sign up for. It's $8 for one hour. must register ahead I recommend doing so at arrival if you want to choose your time slot. You can even rent a BBQ on site. Amenities - 2 bathroom facilities* one on each end of the beach, huge picnic area with enough tables for a full beach on a Saturday, free parking on site (also pretty extensive without leaving you when a trek back), a dedicated area for Daycamp kids, shade huts on the beach (no cabanas).

The water is clean and like many beaches, you have to go pretty far in before it gets deep. At the buoy line, most adults are chest deep.

Even with Covid restrictions on capacity, weekends and construction vacation was quite busy. Max capacity is ~ 2K but I still recommend buying your entry online. The site tells you how many entries are left at the time of booking so it gives you a good idea how busy it will be.

One small con: some areas do have a rocky entrance in the water. The best place to be is on the left side (if you're facing the water).

Personally, I find it to be the best beach...

This beach offers an array of amenities that make it a great destination for a day of fun in the sun. Firstly, the abundance of parking space ensures you won't spend precious beach time searching for a spot.

For those seeking relaxation, numerous benches are scattered along the shoreline, providing an ideal spot to unwind, read a book, or simply take in the stunning views.

Active beachgoers will appreciate the couple of volleyball courts available for friendly matches and a bit of exercise.

After a day of sun and sand, the shower rooms come in handy to rinse off and freshen up before heading home.

When hunger strikes, there's a convenient light snacks place nearby to grab a quick bite, keeping you energized throughout your beach day.

The unique grey sand gives this beach a distinctive look, setting it apart from others in the area. However, the water can sometimes appear a bit muddy, which may not be ideal for those looking for crystal-clear waters.

But worry not, there's plenty of space for sunbathing and building sandcastles. You'll find ample room to spread out, ensuring a relaxing experience even on crowded days.

In conclusion, while the water might not always be crystal clear, the beach's convenient amenities, including parking, benches, volleyball courts, showers, and snacks, make it a fantastic spot for a day of sun, sand,...

As always, book your spot online. We're family of 4 (2 kids aged 5 & 7 years old) payed $35 including parking.

I like the nice "beach vibe" here maybe because of the wooden palapas along the shores. A lot of picnic tables in the shaded area near the parking. Some few picnic tables near the shores.

Bring your own beach umbrella if you don't want to share a tree shades or wooden palapas with anyone. The side of the beach are reserved for the day camp, it's divided by the floating lines. 3 lifeguards station post along the shores.

Giving only 4⭐ because the first 7 feet from the shores are full of rocks, it's hard to walk bare foot. You have to go on the middle of the water (around waist) to be able to feel the fine sand under the water. I find that the water in the shallow part was blackish colour & lots of floating leaves that's why I seldom saw small kids playing in the shallow parts. It's either toddlers playing on the sand or in the middle part of the water. We brought our own floaties, no problem.

Restaurant was closed when we went. Washrooms so-so but there was a staff cleaning regularly. There's a splash pad too near the parking area, playground, giant inflatable slides ($$), kayak ($$)...