Cobourg Beach
Cobourg Beach is a treasured secret for the locals, but it’s too good to stay a secret forever.
Cobourg Beach is, in fact, two beaches. Most visitors head to the main beach, Victoria Park Beach. If you’re looking for a slightly quieter alternative, follow the locals around the bend. Cobourg’s lesser-known secret is West Beach, located west of Victoria Park Beach.
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How to get to Cobourg Beach
Location: 138 Division Street, Cobourg
By car: The beach is located south of Highway 401 in Cobourg. Daily and hourly parking is available in several waterfront lots within easy walking distance of Cobourg Beach.
By transit: Cobourg Beach can be reached by Cobourg Public Transit, while the town itself can be reached by Commuter Connect Northumberland with connections to GO Transit.
Know before you go
Victoria Park Beach flies a green flag when the water is safe to swim in and a red flag to indicate when lifeguards are not on duty. Check the beach water quality before you visit.
There is an accessible beach mat stretching from the boardwalk to the water’s edge.
Get equipment for water sports at Play It Again Sports in nearby Cobourg.
Things to do at Cobourg Beach
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Go for a swim
Grab a beach umbrella, pack the beach toys and some snacks, then spend the day hanging out on the beach.
Play outdoor sports
Reserve a beach volleyball net, play some badminton or bring your canoe or kayak to launch at the marina.
Enjoy beach amenities
Take advantage of beach amenities that make Cobourg Beach such as picnic tables, washrooms, playgrounds, splash pads and food trucks available most days.
Participate in fun events
Enjoy fun activities like volleyball tournaments, movie nights and the famous Cobourg Sandcastle Festival.
Tie up at a marina
If you’re visiting Cobourg Beach by boat, dock at the Cobourg Marina, a sheltered deep water harbour maintained by the town. Fueling services are available.
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Interesting facts about Cobourg Beach
Cobourg Beach is located a few minutes walk away from the Cobourg Conservation Area, part of the Waterfront Trail. The Conservation Area offers pristine wooded areas, a creek to explore and a bridge where you can watch salmon swim by.
Over the years, the beach has been featured in several films and television shows, including "Billy Madison" and "Road to Avonlea."
Cobourg Beach is also very popular with kiteboarders and windsurfers. On windy days, they can be seen zipping along the beach and flying into the air.
Accessibility features
Accessible beach access routes
Last updated: November 25, 2024