Horseshoe Beach (Pukaskwa National Park)
Marathon, ON, Canada
Horseshoe Beach is the calmest and most sheltered of the three sand beaches around Hattie Cove in Pukaskwa National Park, south of Marathon, Ontario. A boardwalk from the campground runs through wind-bent pines and over dunes to a crescent of golden sand, with driftwood piled at the back and granite cliffs on either side. The water is clear green and very cold.
A sheltered golden crescent in a wild national park, though the water is cold year round.
How we score beachesDo the 2.2 km Southern Headland Trail first for views over Hattie Cove and Horseshoe Bay, then finish on the beach.
Parking at the Hattie Cove visitor area; a Parks Canada pass is required.
An accessible boardwalk leads from Hattie Cove Campground to the beach.
The park is busiest in July and August. Superior stays cold all summer, so bring a warm layer even on sunny days.
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