Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site of Canada

Swimming

Thanksgiving "Cold Turkey Swim"
© Parks Canada

The warm, dark waters in Kejimkujik’s lakes and rivers offer a variety of swimming experiences. Ask at the Visitor Centre about the best swimming spots.

Supervised Beach

Merrymakedge Beach is supervised in July and August from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily. The canteen and picnic shelters are nearby.

Unsupervised Beaches

Slapfoot Beach, Kedge Beach and Meadow Beach are unsupervised beaches within walking distance of the campground.

Swimming Safety

Never dive as rocks may be completely hidden in the dark water.
Never swim alone.

Swimming at Kejimkujik Seaside

Swimming at Kejimkujik Seaside is not recommended due to dangerous currents, strong undertows and cold water temperatures.