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Many public beaches are maintained by the City of Kenora. Enjoy beaches with sandy shores as well as docks, piers, lookout decks and boardwalks. Rent a boat or take the shuttle service to get to Coney Island Beach. You can rent a kayak, canoe, or paddle board for your day at the beach too.

Please be considerate of others enjoying theses recreational spaces. Always be water safe.

  • Follow all COVID-19 Provincial guidelines and directives for safe physical and social distancing
  • Wear a mask or face covering when physical distancing is a challenge
  • Bring hand sanitizer
  • Practice good hand hygiene

Report a beach maintenance issue

Beaches

View our beaches and the amenities that make each the place to be on a warm summer day. Open May 1st to November 1st from 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. unless otherwise posted.

Anicinabe beach

Take Miikana Way off Highway 17 East to Anicinabe Park at 955 Golf Course Road. 

• 80+ campsites

• beach

• boat launch and parking

• general store

• picnic area

• BBQ pits

• playground

• washrooms

• stage

Coney Island beach

On Lake of the Woods, with boat access only in summer.

  • beach
  • concession
  • docks
  • picnic area
  • play structure
  • washroom
  • stage

This summer, you can take a shuttle to Coney Island to spend the day on Kenora's number one beach. Green Adventures and Lake of the Woods Marina and Service Centre offers scheduled pontoon rides to Coney Island from the Kenora Harbourfront. 

Schedule

The shuttle runs every day to and from Coney Island on the following schedule:

  • 10  to 11 a.m.
  • 1 to 2 p.m.
  • 4 to  6 p.m.

Fees

View the price list for the shuttle for all guests over 4 years of age. Children under 3 years ride free!

Shuttle price list
TripFee (including HST)
Return trip per person $10.00
One-way trip per person $5.00

For more information about the shuttle service, please call 807-546-5689. 

Garrow park beach

Rabbit Lake Road at the end of Birchwood Crescent on Rabbit Lake.

  • accessible water entry by Mobi Mat
  • beach
  • docks
  • Kenora Rowing Club
  • outdoor exercise stations
  • pickleball courts
  • picnic area
  • play structure
  • Rabbit Lake Trail – paved accessible trail
  • washrooms

Keewatin beach

On Lake of the Woods, turn off Hwy 17 West on to Main Street, then right on to Beach Road. 

  • beach
  • dock for drop-offs only
  • picnic shelter
  • play structure
  • washrooms

Norman beach

Located at 35 Minnesota Street in Kenora, just off Highway 17 West. Turn off at the lights by Dairy Queen.

  • gazebo
  • Hoopla Island
  • play structure
  • Railroaders Museum
  • Rotary Splash Park
  • washrooms

Water quality

Contact the Northwestern Health Unit for beach closure postings.

Beach etiquette

While enjoying a day at the beach, please be courteous to others. Review our rules and regulations:

Pets

  • Pets are not permitted on City beaches, sports fields, playgrounds, gardens or green space areas
  • Keep pets on a leash
  • You are required to clean up after your pet – look for doggie do-do bags provided for free by the City of Kenora
  • Animal Control By-law 150-2010 applies
  • Dogs are allowed to run leash-free at the Kenora Off-leash Dog Park only

Cleanliness

  • Do not litter – always use trash cans or take your garbage home for disposal
  • Practice “Pack it in, pack it out”

Enjoyment for all

  • No merchandise sales
  • Post posters or signs on event boards only
  • No soliciting business
  • Play organized sports and games in only designated areas
  • Use BBQ in designated areas only
  • Alcohol is not permitted
  • Be respectful of wildlife
  • Do not disturb or damage ground, vegetation or gardens
  • Practice “Take photos, Leave footprints”
  • Be aware of your own noise levels, including music, to not disturb others
  • Overnight camping is not permitted
  • No fireworks
  • No firearms

Parking and vehicles

  • Park vehicles in designate parking lot only during open hours
  • Leave accessible parking spaces for persons with disabilities
  • Keep fire routes open
  • Stay on pathways and roadways, follow the posted signs
  • No off-road vehicles or all-terrain vehicles

No smoking

No smoking or use of tobacco products on City beaches in accordance with City of Kenora By-law 084-2015.

Smoke Free Ontario Act applies to children's playgrounds and publicly owned sport fields and surfaces (e.g., areas for basketball, baseball, soccer or beach volleyball, ice rinks, tennis courts, splash pads and swimming pools that are owned by a municipality, the province or a postsecondary education institution)

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