Experience Lake Erie

EXPERIENCE LAKE ERIE

Come out and experience all that Lake Erie has to offer! Enjoy a variety of recreational activities such as boating, fishing, swimming, beach volleyball, sandcastle building, sunbathing, picnicking, and much more. There’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Beach and Harbour

It's easy to enjoy all that Colchester Beach has to offer. Take a refreshing swim in the blue waters of Lake Erie or cool off atop the scenic bluff. Borrow a volleyball from the harbour kiosk and challenge friends to a game on the beachside nets. Spend the day at the dock or set out on a fishing charter for an unforgettable experience on the water. For your safety and enjoyment, the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit monitors water quality at Colchester Beach weekly throughout the summer. Beach Water Quality Results are updated weekly online, or you can call the Beach Hotline at 519-258-2146 ext. 426 for updates.

Boating

Fishing charters operating out of Colchester Harbour include:

Trophy Taker Fishing Charters - 519-878-5735 

Can Am Charters - 519-562-6340

Need bait? The Town of Essex operates a bait shop that offers worms, minnows, and artificial bait. It's open every day during the season. You can also check out South Shore Tackle at 250 Clithrow St, Harrow, ON N0R 1G0.

Splash Pads

Colchester Beach is adjacent to a Pirate Ship Playground and Splash Pad at the top of the bluff. Borrow a volleyball from the harbour kiosk and spend some time spiking balls over the beachside nets. When it's time to refuel, cool down at The Wreck at Colchester Harbour or head up the street to a pub or restaurant.

For a second splash pad experience, head over to the Harrow and Colchester South Community Centre. The splash pad is located beside a new play structure that is perfect for small children.

Canoe and Kayak

For a peaceful, self-guided adventure, launch your canoe or kayak from the dock at Cedar Creek, located just off Arner Townline (County Road 23). Paddle to Cedar Beach in just over an hour, taking in breathtaking views of Carolinian woodlands, landscapes filled with rare flora and fauna, and abundant wildlife. Don’t forget to bring your binoculars!

Colchester Beach and Harbour offer a picturesque waterfront for residents of the Town of Essex and surrounding areas, featuring a variety of amenities for all ages and abilities to enjoy. Rent pedal boats, kayaks, or stand-up paddleboards, or launch your own canoe or kayak from the beach or docks for a relaxing day on the lake.

Fun Fact: In 2025, Colchester Beach was awarded the 'Best Beach' in the 10th annual Tourism Windsor Essex Best of Windsor Essex awards!