The Beaches Park is probably one of the nicest places in Toronto. Although some of the beach has receded into Lake Ontario, Kew Gardens, Woodbine Beach and Balmy Beach are awesome places to visit. Kew Gardens has a spectacular garden and a gazebo where there are occasionally concerts. There are sometimes movies in the summer. There are tennis courts, an ice/hockey rink, a basketball court, picnic tables a children's playground, and amazing Oak Trees predominate the park. Closer to the lake, there is a food concession, an ice-cream parlour and a hamburger truck. The beach is overrun with mad dogs and rude dog owners over the winter months, with the beach closed off with...
Read moreThere’s a low quality food vendor, so if your kid is very hungry, you can feed them there but the food is not great. It’s very crowded and the boardwalk is usually packed during weekends o if you plan on having a peaceful time, I recommend other beaches. It’s very sandy so don’t wear your best shoes if you plan on spending half a day there. I usually get food for my boys from the restaurants in the neighborhood and carry them there. There’s a huge dog park if you have a dog. My boys like the beach, I’m not about fan. I think Tommy Thomson park is a more fun...
Read moreThe boardwalk is a gem of a stride. Great during the daytime or evening walk, great exercise along the shore of Lake Ontario. The water is always cold and not very clean so don't swim over your neck and don't swallow any water. The beach sand is ok in some areas but the pea gravel is awful, the only plus side to it is skipping rocks along the water is lots of fun for the kids. There are sporting clubs that require a membership, and the area is well maintained by the city and is safe. Parking on the street is free as well as city parking lots are available...
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