Confederation Beach Park

680 Van Wagners Beach Road, Hamilton, ON, L8E 3L8

Phone: 905-547-6141 ext. 2. For Lakeland Pool, 905-547-6141 ext 5004

Email: confed@conservationhamilton.ca

Activities at Confederation Beach Park

Open 7 days a week, from sunrise to sunset, unless otherwise posted.

Washrooms Closed March 24, 2025: Both of the Beaches washrooms closed indefinitely due to a power failure. Portables are available on-site behind the building. Additional washrooms are available from 7 AM to 6:30 PM at Lakeland Centre, 180 Van Wagner’s Beach Road.

About Confederation Beach Park

Located on the shores of Lake Ontario, here you’ll find some of the area’s best food and fun throughout the year. There’s plenty of park space for sports, games and other activities. Do the Works with your family and friends at any of the outdoor attractions – from go-karts, batting cages, mini golf, and Wild Waterworks, to restaurants like Hutch’s and Baranga’s on the Beach. There’s also the Lakeland Centre, featuring a swimming pool, splash pad, volleyball & basketball courts and banquet hall.

Picnicking

Confederation Beach Park’s beautiful lakefront location makes it a popular spot for summer picnics and gatherings.

As a City of Hamilton property operated by HCA, no fees are collected for entrance to the park, however, there are certain requirements for planning picnics, events and other special occasions. This allows Confederation Beach Park to better manage the different user groups and ensures that your group can be accommodated, rather than face the possibility of being turned away if prior arrangements have not been made. It also ensures that staffing levels are appropriate for the level of visitors entering the park that day, so that we can keep Confederation Beach Park clean, safe and enjoyable for all.

Area Bylaws and Picnic Requirements

City of Hamilton by-laws require that groups of 20+ people obtain a permit to hold a picnic or event within Confederation Beach Park.
Large organized family groups or corporate picnics in excess of 20 people must preregister for a pavilion or group area in accordance with City of Hamilton Bylaw 01-219.
HCA requires notice of buses or other large vehicles entering the park.
Portable BBQ use is not permitted other than at designated spaces by permit in accordance with City of Hamilton Bylaw 01-219.
Smoking is not permitted at any City of Hamilton Park Bylaw 11-080

Large events may also be required to fill out a special event application form prior to their event being permitted and enter into a formal user agreement with HCA.

To make arrangements for your special event, please contact Confederation Beach Park at 905-547-6141. Click here for more information on pavilion rentals.

Trails

Take a scenic stroll, bike ride or skate along the 4.3 kilometre paved Hamilton Beach Trail. This promenade connects to the Waterfront Trail that runs another 4.2 km west to Burlington ship canal. Picturesque views of the shoreline and plenty of park space make this a perfect spot for any outing.

Beach Swimming

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.

Be smart this summer season and follow all water safety rules. No lifeguards are provided at our beaches. Adults, children are your responsibility.

Water Quality Testing
The City of Hamilton Health Department tests the beach at Confederation Beach Park weekly during the summer months. Testing results can be found on the City of Hamilton website.

Lakeland Centre & Pool

Lakeland Pool and Splash Pad

The Lakeland pool opens annually in June for the summer season. Lifeguards are on duty at the pool and it has a depth of 4 feet.

Contact Lakeland Pool at 905-547-6141, ext 5004.

Confederation Beach Park

680 Van Wagners Beach Road, Hamilton, ON, L8E 3L8

Phone: 905-547-6141 ext. 2. For Lakeland Pool, 905-547-6141 ext 5004

Email: confed@conservationhamilton.ca

Activities at Confederation Beach Park

Open 7 days a week, from sunrise to sunset, unless otherwise posted.

About Confederation Beach Park

Picnicking

Trails

Beach Swimming

Lakeland Centre & Pool

Click here to learn more about Lakeland Pool.

Attractions & Things To Do

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Current Water Levels

Water Level Explanations

Flood Status Explanations

	Normal No low water conditions exist.
	Level 1 Water users are asked to voluntarily reduce consumption by 10 percent. Precipitation totals are less than 80 percent of long-term averages and/or 30-day average streamflows are less than 100 / 70 percent (springtime / otherwise) of the minimum of the long-term average monthly flows for summer months.
	Level 2 Water users are asked to voluntarily reduce consumption by 20 percent. Precipitation totals are less than 60 percent of long-term averages and/or 30-day average streamflows are less than 70 / 50 percent (springtime / otherwise) of the minimum of the long-term average monthly flows for summer months.
	Level 3 There is also potential for economic harm to water takers and/or significant harm to the ecosystem. The Hamilton Water Response Team may ask the province to impose mandatory restrictions on those holding Permits to Take Water. Precipitation totals are less than 40 percent of long-term averages and/or 30-day average streamflows are less than 50 / 30 percent (springtime / otherwise) of the minimum of the long-term average monthly flows for summer months.

	Normal No flood conditions exist.
	Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety High flows, unsafe banks, melting ice or other factors that could be dangerous for recreational users such as anglers, canoeists, hikers, children, pets, etc. Flooding is not expected.
	Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook Early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.
	Flood Watch Flooding is possible in specific watercourses or municipalities. Municipalities, emergency services and individual landowners in flood-prone areas should prepare.
	Flood Warning Flooding is imminent or already occurring in specific watercourses or municipalities. Municipalities and individuals should take action to deal with flood conditions. This may include road closures and evacuations.