Centennial Park Cedar Bay Beach

We were looking for beach not far from Toronto and decided to pay a visit to this beach due to the large number of excellent reviews. Surprisingly the park was very nice with decent washroom facility and large FREE parking which was a huge surprise. The beach itself was not too clean, and while digging holes with my kids we uncovered number of trash and garbage that this beach was hiding. But the biggest upset was the sharp rocks in the water. I didn't have my water shoes and i hurt myself every time i entered the lake. It was one of the most painful experiences and i would not go back to this beach. One thing I can't stand is the rocks in the water and always try to avoid this type of beaches. If you can get past the rocks and garbage in the send this beach is perfect.

A decent quiet place for some relaxation and peace. This was not overly crowded the area was well maintained. It costs around $52 per family to get the day pass and visit and I think it was worth it considering the place to be less packed. The place has barbecue options and washroom facilities although the latter was a bit below par from a cleanliness perspective. If you not looking to drive too far away from the GTA and want to get to a decent beach then certainly look this up. Recommend bringing your own umbrella/tent and chairs as it got really hot... though are are few chairs and shaded trees to be in if you are okay to stay a bit far from the beach

Went here after we were turned away at nickel beach because they were sold out . Found out from a security guard that the beach is free to go to but the parking is not and said it was also sold out when I could clearly see parking spots that were empty. Overall I think you 'd be wiser to spend the extra money on fuel and go to Port Dover, Turkey point or Long point and enjoy an actual free beach.

Parking was almost empty but security charge $50 for car if you are not from region. We came from Mississauga and that is ridiculous discrimination price....all beaches should be public free access, we pay taxes for that and parking should be equal for everyone.....maybe soon government will charge people for everything insane ...private beaches are not legal in most countries in the world because people must have access to coastal leisure

Centennial Beach Park used to be place we'd go often each Summer. This year City of Port Colbourne has decided to charge 25 dollars a carload; so we won't be going there. Just Another GreedyTourist Rip-Off!