by Carolyn Batt
Now that June’s here, the beach is one of the most popular weekend destinations for Buffalonians. With nearly a dozen sandy shores along Lake Erie all within a half hourdrive, Western New York offers a variety of great places to soak up the sun.
Beaver Island- A half-mile beach for swimming with adjacent nature trails and picnic areas. Perfect for spending the day with your family.
Sunset Bay- Famous for its beach club, Sunset is the place to be on Sundays. There’s barely an inch of sand left by mid-afternoon as hundreds flock to catch the rays, play beach volleyball or have a drink at one of its bars.
Angola-on-the-Lake- The site of Mickey Rats Beach Club and Captain Kidds Waterfront Restaurant, the crystal clear waters and soft sands make this gorgeous beach a favorite destination. Grab a bite at Captain Kidds or a drink at Mickey Rats and make a day—or night of it!
Southern Ontario also offers a variety of beaches and many prefer to jet across the Peace Bridge for an afternoon of sun. As of June 1st, you’ll need a Passport, Passport card or Enhances Driver’s License to go across.
Crystal Beach- Once a well-known amusement park, Crystal Beach has preserved its legacy of being a fun place to spend the day. Plenty of sand and rock-less water make this beach the place to go for spending the day in the water.
Sherkston Shores- A family beach resort, Sherkston maintains its own little community with restaurants, a grocery store and accessibility through golf carts. This is one of the only beaches that allows you to drive your car right onto the beach.
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