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This majestic Ontario park has crescent beaches with golden sand and clear emerald water

It's a summer paradise.

Lead Writer, Travel

Stunning trails, hidden beaches, sandy shores and towering cliffs await at this majestic Ontario park. If you're looking for an epic summer adventure, it might be worth packing your bags and taking a road trip to this stunning destination.

You can spend your time wandering through authentic boreal wilderness, exploring coastal trails or crossing a giant suspension bridge over a waterfall.

The park is also home to several sandy beaches with clear blue water where you can go for a dip.

Here's what to know if you're planning a trip to this magnificent destination.

Pukaskwa National Park, located on the northern shores of Lake Superior, is a natural wonderland brimming with rugged beauty.

The park has some stunning trails including the Coastal Trail which leads to The White Water Suspension Bridge where you can cross over a waterfall.

You'll find several sandy beaches with turquoise waves throughout the park. Horseshoe Beach is "Pukaskwa’s best summer getaway" and features "a crescent of golden sand secluded by boreal forest and flanked with rolling granite," according to the website.

You can take a dip in the emerald lake water and enjoy a picnic with a view.

The beach can be accessed by following the boardwalk trail from Hattie Cove Campground.

You can also check out Middle and North Beach, which offer sandy beaches, clear blue waters and rolling sand dunes.

Pukaskwa National Park

Price: $6.50 per adult

Address: ON-627, Heron Bay, ON

Parks Canada website

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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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