Hanlan's Point Beach
7.8Locals Score / 10#3 of 7 Beaches in Toronto
free
Known forislandclothing-optionalLGBTQ+ friendlysecluded
Hanlan's Point is Toronto's only clothing-optional beach, located at the western tip of the Toronto Islands and designated as such since 1999. Beyond the naturist section, it also has a conventional sandy beach with some of the best swimming and least crowded shores on the islands. It requires a ferry to Ward's Island or Centre Island followed by a bike or walk, making it a bit of an adventure to reach — which is exactly why it stays quieter. The beach has a genuinely free-spirited, inclusive atmosphere unlike anywhere else in the city.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | free |
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| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Locals Score
7.8/10- Value9.0
- Iconic6.5
- Excellence7.5
- Crowd level4.5
- Authenticity9.0
- Accessibility5.0
Nearby in Ask Toronto
- Toronto IslandsPark1.23 km · 15 min walk
- Centre Island BeachBeach1.66 km · 21 min walk
- Boxcar SocialCafé2.28 km · 28 min walk
- Ontario Science CentreMuseum2.3 km · 29 min walk
- Day Trips from Toronto: Niagara and BeyondAttraction2.57 km · 32 min walk
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