HCA Contact Information
Phone: 905-525-2181
Email: nature@conservationhamilton.ca
Confederation Beach Park
Open 7 days a week, from 6 AM to 11 PM, unless otherwise posted.
Location & Contact Details
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680 Van Wagners Beach Road
Hamilton, ON, L8E 3L8 -
905-547-6141 x 2
Lakeland Pool: 905-547-6141 x 5004 - confed@conservationhamilton.ca
Activities & Amenities
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.
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. There are no lifeguards at HCA 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.
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-kilometres west to Burlington ship canal. Picturesque views of the shoreline and plenty of park space make this a perfect spot for any outing.
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
- Groups 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 and complex 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.
Hours of Operation
The Lakeland Pool and Splashpad have now closed for the 2025 season.
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.
Click here to learn more about Lakeland Pool.
The Lakeview
Weddings and rentals of the Lakeview are through Carmen’s, and bookings can be made by calling 905-383-4100 ext. 223.
Confederation Beach Park features many attractions throughout the area, including:
Adventure Village
Barangas on the Beach
Hutch’s on the Beach
Outdoor Ball Hockey League
The Lakeview
Wild Waterworks
Lakeland Pool Parking Lot: 2 spaces
Waterfront Trail Parking Lot 2: 3 spaces
Hutch’s Parking Lot: 6 spaces
Waterfront Trail Parking Lot 4: 5 spaces
Waterfront Trail Parking Lot 6: 6 spaces
Waterfront Trail Parking Lot 7: 8 spaces
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