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8.2

Very good

Pinery Dog Beach

Grand Bend, Canada

#13 out of 108 in Ontario

8.2

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Troy • 131.5 km

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About

Pinery Dog Beach is located on the Huron lake and it is in the 5th place out of 40 beaches in the Golden Horseshoe region 200.2 km away from its center, the city of Toronto. It is one of the beaches of Troy settlement, just 131.5 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a long lasting coastline with 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, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Pinery Dog 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, sup-surfing.

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 Grand Bend Beach, which has a rating of 8.7.

Pinery Dog Beach (Golden Horseshoe) is located outside the Troy 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 Pinery Dog 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

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+24 ^o C +17 ^o C

Air temperature

4.6 M/S

Wind

+21 ^o C

Water temperature

0 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Troy • 131.5 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.7 (Very good)

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

If you like outdoor activities, the Pinery Dog Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

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Localities

Nearest

Troy • 131.5km

Main locality of province

Toronto • 200.2km

Transport

Airport

YCE • 24km

Bus Station

Exeter at Wonderland FS WB - #2828 • 58.8km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Pinery Dog Beach?

The coastline of Pinery Dog Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Pinery Dog Beach?

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

The Pinery Dog Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Pinery Dog Beach good for swimming?

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

Pinery Dog 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 Pinery Dog Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Pinery Dog 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 Pinery Dog Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Pinery Dog 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 occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

What are the key audiences of Pinery Dog Beach?

Pinery Dog Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Beachgoers with pets

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Pinery Dog Beach.

How far is the Pinery Dog Beach from parking?

The Pinery Dog 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 Pinery Dog Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Pinery Dog Beach is August. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in July, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature -2°C and water -5°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Pinery Dog 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.Pinery Dog 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.