Beaches

Midland is home to three public beaches. Every summer (June - September) the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) tests beach water quality; before visiting, check SMDHU for advisories or closures.

Download the Swim Guide App for your iOS/Android device.

Beach monitoring has ended for the 2025 season and will resume in June 2026.

Beach Water Testing

Visit  Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) for status details.

Beach Address Status

Little Lake Park Beach - 606 Little Lake Park Road Open

Gawley Park Beach - 820 Gawley Drive Open

Pete Pettersen Park Beach - 159 Marina Park Avenue Open

If you see a possible blue-green algae bloom, do not swim and report it to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP).  Incidents can be reported online or by phone.

No Swimming Advisory

  • Bacteria levels are below 200 E. coli per 100mL (recreational water guideline).
  • Results are usually received 24 hours after sampling.
  • Water quality can change hourly due to environmental conditions.
  • Be aware of conditions and make an informed decision before swimming.

Swimming Advisory is Posted

  • Bacteria levels are above 200 E. coli per 100mL.
  • Risk of minor skin, eye, ear, nose, or throat infections and stomach illness.
  • Avoid dunking your head or swallowing water if you choose to swim during an advisory.
  • Advisories are lifted once bacteria levels return below the guideline.
  • Current swimming advisories.

Beach is Closed

  • A beach is closed when a significant health or safety risk is identified (e.g., sewage or chemical spill).
  • Closures are rare.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • the Health Unit will post any advisories on Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU)
  • advise the Town of the status of each Town beach,
  • Town Operations staff will post signage at each beach if there are swim advisories or closures.

There are no lifeguards on duty at our beaches. Make sure your beach trip centres on safety for you, your family and friends. Find important safety information by visiting these sites: Parachute, The Life Saving Society and Red Cross.

  • Bacterial pollution (E.coli) from the feces of warm blooded animals, such as birds and domestic pets
  • Contaminants such as organic chemicals, fertilizers, and pesticides
  • Water gaining heat, as it runs over hot streets and parking lots