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| - Ashbridges Bay is one of the places in Toronto that makes you truly appreciate this great city.
With more than 90 beach volleyball courts available to the public the bay is a great place to spend a day (you have to bring your own net, ball and lines if you want to play volleyball). And be forewarned, on weeknights from 6:30-8 a lot of the courts are used by OVA (Ontario Volleyball Association) for their league. There are also often tournaments going on on the weekends but you should be able to find a court none the less. There are certainly enough of them.
There is also a big sandy beach where you can find lifeguards, sunbathers and swimmers. There are bike paths and walking paths, picnic benches, play structures, water fountains, washroom and change room facilities.
Parking is a nightmare if you arrive around 6pm on a week night. Finding a spot isn't the problem, it's the 15-30 minute wait to pay the $3 for your ticket that drives me crazy. It's free before 5pm and after 9pm.
There's a nice pub in the park too, perfect for grabbing a bite or beverage, but if you're really smart you'll bring a cooler and pack a picnic.
Check Ashbridges Bay out if you haven't been, especially around sunset, it's beautiful.
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