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2 Ontario Spots Were Named Among The Best Places To Swim In Canada & One Is A Dreamy Island

The best places for running and cycling were also revealed.

Man swimming by a rock formation. Right: Flowerpot Island in Tobermory, Ontario.

Man swimming by a rock formation. Right: Flowerpot Island in Tobermory, Ontario.

Lead Writer, Travel

It may be cold outside, but it's never too early to start dreaming of those refreshing summer swims. If you love the beach life then it looks like Ontario is the place to be, because two of its swimming spots were just named among the best in the country.

Athletic retailer Sports Shoes recently released a study showcasing the best places to run, swim and cycle in the world. The study analyzed over 100,000 Tripadvisor reviews to find the best spots for these activities in each country.

The 10 best spots to swim in Canada include two Ontario places. Flowerpot Island in Tobermory is listed at number seven and Arrowhead Provincial Park in Huntsville came in at number nine. The list is topped by two British Columbia destinations — Lost Lake in Whistler and Sooke Potholes Provincial Park in Sooke.

Flowerpot Island is a dreamy oasis accessible by boat. The area features crystal clear water and unique rock formations that give the island its name.

Arrowhead Provincial Park has a large, sandy Day Use Beach where you can enjoy the soft shores and nature surroundings.

Some Ontario spots are also listed in the best places in the country for cycling; the Burlington Waterfront Trail and the Cambridge to Paris Rail Trail. Canada came in at second place for the best country in the world for cycling with the United States topping the list.

As for running, Springbank Park in London and Point Pelee National Park in Leamington made the top 10 best spots in Canada.

Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.

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    • Lead Writer

      Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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