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This quaint small town in Ontario is surrounded by white sand and warm sapphire water

It's a magical spot to spend a summer day.

Lead Writer, Travel

There's nothing like spending a day at a charming beach town and Ontario is brimming with enchanting waterside villages to visit before the end of summer.

With sandy shores, glistening waters and cute streets, you can enjoy the warm weather to the fullest at destinations around the province.

This hidden gem beach town is an especially charming spot for a summer getaway. Located three hours from Toronto, the tiny village is surrounded by warm, turquoise water and gorgeous views.

The peninsula town is home to scenic trails, local shops, ice cream parlours and sandy beaches, making it an idyllic spot for a summer escape.

The small village of Erieau is located on the shores of Lake Erie and Rondeau Bay. You can spend an afternoon on Erieau Beach, which features "some of the warmest waters on Lake Erie as well as some of the region’s best fishing," according to Ontario's Southwest.

You can also stroll along the scenic pier and grab a cone from the nearby ice cream parlour to cool off.

During the summer months, you can explore the Erieau Boulevard Trail, grab a drink at Bayside Brewing Co., check out Rondeau Provincial Park and head to McGeachy Pond Conservation Area for some stunning lake views.

Don't forget you swimsuit!

Erieau


Chatham-Kent website

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.

This article has been updated since it was originally published on June 24, 2024.

  • 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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