Blue Flag Tip of the Day: Time Travel

The footprints of past beachgoers may have washed away, but their stories remain. Beaches are rich in history, and any day can be turned around with a trip back in time. Explore some of these exciting places and dip into the history of Blue Flag Beaches!

• Take a tour of the historic lighthouses of Bruce County
•  Visit the Bayfield Beach Historical Society
• See the 110-year-old remains of the ship Anna Maria at Kincardine’s Station Beach!
• Take a tour of Gibraltar Point Lighthouse on Toronto Island, only steps away from Gibraltar Point Beach. 
• Kincardine also hosts the only remaining dance pavilion in Huron County. Built in 1922 with three layers of flooring, it’s still taking the hits today.
• Port Stanley visitors can enjoy a Historic Walking Tour of its well-preserved landmarks, including a ride on a restored 1940s London & Port Stanley railcar.
• If you are heading toWasaga Beach from August 17-19, take the opportunity to check out the War of 1812 bicentennial celebrations.