Guelph Lake Conservation Area

Lovely place. Awesome lake and ideal for family picnics and BBQ.

Guelph Conservation Area is one of the most affordable and enjoyable summer destinations. We typically spend the whole day there, taking advantage of the numerous activities available. You can camp, go on scenic trail walks, swim in the lake, and even go boating. For BBQ enthusiasts, you can bring your own grill or use the public charcoal BBQs by the lake.

The staff patrols frequently, ensuring the area remains safe and secure. The facilities are well-maintained, with clean showers and washrooms available for public use. Guelph Conservation Area offers a great combination of affordability, safety, and fun, making it a perfect spot for a summer outing.

Overall, the Guelph Conservation Area is a fantastic place for a day trip. Whether you're interested in kayaking, looking for a clean and family-friendly environment, or just wanting a lovely picnic spot, this park has something for everyone. We highly recommend it for a fun and relaxing outdoor experience. I will soon visit again here.

I’m very happy that places like this exist. The staff keep the grounds very clean and other members of the public seemed respectful. Front entrance staff were very friendly. Great access to facilities and overall a nice lake for a picnic or camping getaway

It is a lovely beach with a sandy shore for kids to play on. There is ample parking (small fee of $17 for day pass, if noone is at the booth, it's quick and easy to use the QR code to pay). There are boat launches, hiking trails, picnic areas and BBQ pits. Lots of seating areas and shady trees if you love taking your picnic mats with you. Great place for solitude or family time. There are washrooms 🚻 (these were locked when we visited), but there are also portable toilets around. I saw reviews about lots of geese and gulls, there weren't many today and the water and shoreline were very clean.

Decent campground close to GTA. Water at the beach was murky but didn’t stop us from taking a dip. Bathrooms are average. Most sites are covered with grass which is really nice to keep things clean. Definitely doesn’t have the Ontario Parks vibe but still pretty good as a last resort camping trip.

It is a really nice spot picnic spot. They rent kayaks and canoes, so you can paddle on a calm lake. There's a simple path for hiking that's not hard, and you can see a small waterfall too. They have a lot of grassy space where you can have a picnic, and they even let you cook on a BBQ. They also have plenty of trees and benches where you can sit and rest.
I think it's a great place if you want to have a fun day outside with easy things to do and nice views.