Photo of Old Woman Bay with bright sand surface

Photo of Old Woman Bay with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Old Woman Bay with long straight shore

Photo of Old Woman Bay with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Old Woman Bay located in natural area

7.5

Good

Old Woman Bay

Wawa, Canada

#53 out of 108 in Ontario

7.5

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Michipicoten River Village • 17 km

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Hiking Area Nokomis Trail

200m

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About

Old Woman Bay is located on the Superior lake and it is in the 8th place out of 19 beaches in the N. Ontario region The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Old Woman Bay coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

Old Woman Bay (N. Ontario) is located outside the Michipicoten River Village settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Old Woman Bay with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+15 ^o C +11 ^o C

Air temperature

4.4 M/S

Wind

+8 ^o C

Water temperature

0.2 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Michipicoten River Village • 17 km

Map of beach

Hiking Area Nokomis Trail

200m

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Area

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Localities

Nearest

Michipicoten River Village • 17km

Transport

Airport

YXZ • 21.1km

Train Station

Hawk Junction Train Station • 41.8km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Old Woman Bay?

The coastline of Old Woman Bay is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Old Woman Bay?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Old Woman Bay, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Old Woman Bay good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable.

Old Woman Bay does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

So the overall recommendation of the Old Woman Bay for swimming is positive.

Is the Old Woman Bay good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Old Woman Bay secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Old Woman Bay is visited only by a few travellers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Old Woman Bay?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Old Woman Bay.

How far is the Old Woman Bay from parking?

The Old Woman Bay has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Old Woman Bay?

The month with the highest temperature in Old Woman Bay is August. Its average value reaches 19°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 17°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature -4°C and water -2°C. See more details in weather section.