Location
Key Information
| 9 km2 | MARINE AREA |
| 16 km2 | TOTAL AREA i |
Regulations: Government of Ontario
Boundary: Canadian Protected and Conserved Areas Database (Unmodified)
2.0
April 2023
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Purpose
To protect provincially significant freshwater baymouth dune formations and associated ecosystems as well as significant cultural heritage resources, while offering a range of high quality, compatible recreational experiences.
Species of Concern: marsh wren, swamp sparrow, white-rumped sandpiper
Regulations Summary
Restrictions
In accordance with the Provincial Parks and Conservation Reserves Act, the following activities shall not be carried out on lands that are part of a provincial park or conservation reserve:
1. Generation of electricity.
2. Prospecting, staking mining claims, developing mineral interests or working mines.
3. Extracting aggregate, topsoil or peat.
4. Other industrial uses.
Additionally, the following conditions apply in accordance with the Sandbanks Provincial Park Management Plan:
1. Motorized access of all kinds will be prohibited on the dunes in Nature Reserve Zones, except in emergencies.
2. Jet-skis and parasails will be prohibited within park waters, including the Outlet River below the County Road 18 bridge.
3. Motorboats will be allowed to operate on the Outlet River, but with restrictions on speed in combination with a no-wake policy.
4. Recreational uses that contribute to pollution in the lakes will be prohibited.
Allowed
Scientific research by qualified groups and individuals within the park will be encouraged to gain a greater understanding of the natural and cultural values and resource of the park. Research that may be used to enhance the operations of the park and the delivery of visitor services will also be encouraged. All research will require the approval of the Ministry of Natural Resources.