Point Edward

Murphy Road Beach

Good for Relax

7.6

/ 10 Very good

#50 out of 108
in Ontario

About

Murphy Road Beach is located on the Huron lake and it is in the 21th place out of 40 beaches in the Golden Horseshoe region 253.8 km away from its center, the city of Toronto. It is one of the beaches of Troy settlement, just 181.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Murphy Road Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Lakeside Beach, which has a rating of 8.2.

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+19 ^oC +11 ^oC

Air temperature

8.8 M/S

Wind

+14 ^oC

Water temperature

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Troy, Ontario, Golden Horseshoe

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Bad

1/10

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Murphy Road Beach (Golden Horseshoe) is located outside the Troy settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Murphy Road Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

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- Public free entry
- Virgin beach with no amenities
sharks
- Zero prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
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- In a natural environment, there are no roads or buildings within the beach

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Lakeside Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

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8.1

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

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8.1

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

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Ipperwash Beach

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

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Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

YZR• 6.5km
Exeter at Wonderland...• 91.1km

Localities

Troy• 181.2km
Toronto• 253.8km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Murphy Road Beach?

The coastline of Murphy Road Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Murphy Road Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Murphy Road Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

Is the Murphy Road Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.

Murphy Road Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Murphy Road Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Murphy Road Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Murphy Road Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Murphy Road Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Murphy Road Beach.

How far is the Murphy Road Beach from parking?

The Murphy Road Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Murphy Road Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Murphy Road Beach is August. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in July, the average value is 21°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature -2°C and water -5°C. See more details in weather section.