Cool off this summer at one of HCA’s four beaches and two pools!
Be smart this summer season and follow all water safety rules. There are no lifeguards at HCA beaches. Adults, children are your responsibility.
Water Quality Testing
The City of Hamilton Health Department tests the beaches at Christie Lake, Confederation Beach Park and Valens Lake weekly. Testing results can be found on the City of Hamilton website.
Fifty Point is tested weekly by Niagara Region Public Health and results are posted on the Niagara Region website.
Beaches
Christie Lake
Located in the heart of the conservation area, Christie Lake’s 360-metre long sandy beach is a great place to enjoy the summer sun! Build a sandcastle while you enjoy views of forested area across the lake. There are also many picnic tables located right beside the beach, to have a picnic during your visit.
Confederation Beach Park
Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, the sand beach is a great spot to lay out your towel and go for a swim this summer season. Enjoy a walk down the Waterfront Trail, pack a picnic to enjoy at one of the many picnic tables located throughout the area, or stop by one of the restaurants located within the park.
Fifty Point
Fifty Point is proud to have one of the warmest and cleanest beaches on Lake Ontario. As you build your sandcastle, you can enjoy views of the boats heading in and out of Fifty Point’s Marina as they go by on Lake Ontario.
Valens Lake
The Valens Lake beach is the perfect spot to enjoy the summer sun. Go for a swim, play in the sand, or simply relax and enjoy the view.
Pools
Lakeland
Located within Confederation Beach Park, Lakeland Pool is the perfect spot to cool off on a hot summer day. Lifeguards are on duty and the pool has a depth of 4 feet.
Wild Waterworks
Offering one of Canada’s largest outdoor wave pools, Wild Waterworks also has two tube slides, four body slides an Eazy River and Little Squirt Works. Private cabanas, and pavilions are available to rent for the perfect summer day.
