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Spot de Northwinds Beach

Northwinds Beach

Northwinds Beach

Overview

Northwinds Beach is near Collingwood on Georgian Bay's south shore. The beach faces north with significant fetch across the bay. The Collingwood-Blue Mountains area is a major recreational destination in Ontario (skiing in winter, beach in summer).

Accessible beach with parking. Sand launch. North and northwest winds are most favorable. Close to Wasaga Beach but offers a different setting, closer to Collingwood.

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Georgian Bay facing north. Freshwater, moderate to sustained chop in north winds. Sandy bottom, gradual depth. Cooler water than Lake Erie (16-20°C in summer). 100+ km fetch to the north.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

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Hazards

Significant chop in sustained north winds (long fetch). Cold water — wetsuit needed except midsummer. Possible shore currents. Check forecasts before riding.

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