Photo of Nickel Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Nickel Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Nickel Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Nickel Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Nickel Beach located in natural area

Photo of Nickel Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

8.1

Very good

Nickel Beach

Port Colborne, Canada

#18 out of 108 in Ontario

8.1

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Kite or windsurfing Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Port Colborne • 1.5 km

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About

Nickel Beach is located on the Erie lake and it is in the 8th place out of 40 beaches in the Golden Horseshoe region 87.2 km away from its center, the city of Toronto. It is one of the beaches of Port Colborne settlement, just 1.5 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

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 partially crowded during the high season.

Nickel Beach 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 popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

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

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Cedar Bay Beach, which has a rating of 7.9.

Nickel Beach (Golden Horseshoe) is located outside the Port Colborne 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 Nickel Beach 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

+23 ^o C +19 ^o C

Air temperature

7.5 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Port Colborne • 1.5 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

What to do in Nickel Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Nickel Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

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Localities

Nearest

Port Colborne • 1.5km

Main locality of province

Toronto • 87.2km

Transport

Airport

YWQ • 27km

Train Station

Westfield station • 67km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Nickel Beach?

The coastline of Nickel Beach 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 Nickel Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Nickel Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Nickel Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing

Is the Nickel Beach good for swimming?

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

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

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Nickel Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Nickel Beach 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 Nickel Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Nickel Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Nickel Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Nickel Beach.

How far is the Nickel Beach from parking?

The Nickel Beach 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 Nickel Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Nickel Beach is July. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 1°C and water 0°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Nickel Beach (Golden Horseshoe) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Nickel Beach (Golden Horseshoe) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.