Ten of Saskatchewan’s must-see beaches include a mineral lake, sand dunes, and even a purple-coloured beach.
For those looking to explore this Prairie province more, here are 10 must-see beach stops.
Manitou Beach
The waters of this beach give visitors an
experience similar to the Dead Sea in the Middle East. Swimmers will be able to float in the mineral water of Little Manitou Lake or lounge on the sandy beach. A busy summer spot, Manitou Beach offers a lot of outdoor activities to enjoy, including beach volleyball and a local drive-in theatre.
Good Spirit Lake
Just like the name suggests, this Saskatchewan beach will lift your spirits—offering a range of beach activities, including swimming, fishing, and beach volleyball, according to
Tourism Saskatchewan. Visitors can also enjoy amenities such as hammocks, palapas (shelter with palm leaves), and a beach library, adding to the relaxing atmosphere.
Purple Sand Beach
Making headlines for the purple tint of the sand on this remote beach in Candle Lake Provincial Park, visitors will enjoy the sparkling colours caused by the garnet mineral, according to a University of Saskatchewan
article. Surrounded by forests, visitors will need to take a boat to reach this tinted beach.
Minowukaw Beach
Located in the same provincial park as Purple Sand Beach, Minowukaw Beach is
famous for its gentle white-coloured sand. It’s an ideal stop for those who want a quieter beach experience. Minowukaw Beach is also surrounded by a forest of jack pine, and features a natural beach and sand dunes.
Athabasca Sand Dunes Provincial Park
For skilled outdoor enthusiasts, the
Athabasca Sand Dunes offer an amazing beach experience in Northern Saskatchewan. Stretching 100 kilometres and reaching about 30 metres high, the dunes run along the south shore of Lake Athabasca. However, visitors will need to book a float plane or boat to access this remote location.
Regina Beach Recreation Site
One of the most popular beaches in the province, the
Regina Beach Recreation Site is along the shores of Last Mountain Lake. Visitors can enjoy lounging on the beach, swimming, or getting involved in the activities at the site, including beach volleyball, a boat launch, and a picnic area.
Lake Diefenbaker
With over 800 kilometres of shoreline,
Lake Diefenbaker is the biggest beach in Saskatchewan. Visitors can swim, paddle, canoe, or paddleboard along the lake, or spend the day fishing or water skiing.
Kimball Lake Beach
Located in the Meadow Lake Provincial Park, Kimball Lake is an ideal beach for those looking for a traditional golden-sand experience. With a variety of aquatic
activities in the area, visitors can enjoy boating, swimming, canoeing, fishing, and sailing on this Saskatchewan gem.
Waskesiu Lake
At this lake in Prince Alberta National Park, there is not just one beach to enjoy, but seven sandy spaces for fun. Visitors can spend
time canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing, boating, sailing, water skiing, wakeboarding, and swimming. There is also a marina for those who want to bring their own boat.
Big Buffalo Beach
Another Saskatchewan secret is the 10-kilometre stretch of white sand on the shores of Peter Pond Lake, called Big Buffalo Beach. This secluded space has a picnic area, and visitors can also do some berry picking in the area, according to
Tourism Saskatchewan.
