Van Wagner's Beach | Great Lakes Guide

Van Wagner's is a popular swimming area, located on the same beach strip as Confederation Park and Beach Boulevard beaches.
Van Wagner's and Confederation Park were created in the 1960s, replacing private cottages and homes.
The local women's civic club was credited with proposing the creation of public parks and generating support in the community.

Water Quality

Passes water quality tests 60-95% of the time.

Water quality information provided by Swim Guide with the support of RBC Royal Bank.

Current Weather

0.0° degrees celsius.

A mix of sun and clouds with a chance of rain

Great Lakes Waterfront Trail

This beach is on the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail.

Visit the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail website for more information.

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Anishinaabeg
Attiwonderonk (Neutral)
Haudenosaunee

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