Beach Rules

The following rules apply to anyone visiting Bay Beach during our hours of operation:

  • Before entering, all beachgoers must present a valid Bay Beach resident, commercial, or day pass to staff. Proof of residency is not required.
  • The Bay Beach hours of operation are Monday to Sunday (including holidays) from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Public access to the beach is available outside operation hours unless otherwise mandated.
  • There is a set number of people allowed on Bay Beach each day. Once Bay Beach reaches its capacity limit, it is closed to new patrons.
  • When entering Bay Beach, security may ask you to show the items in your bags.
  • Pass holders can enter Bay Beach through the Ashwood or Main Street entrances and leave through the Ashwood or Schooley Road exits.

The following items are not permitted on Bay Beach:

  • Fires
  • Glass containers
  • Littering
  • Alcohol
  • Smoking or vaping tobacco/cannabis
  • Barbecues
  • Pavilions
  • Tents or umbrellas of any size or type over 10ft
  • Watercrafts such as boats

Beach staff, security and by-law enforcement will enforce beach rules.

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