Fun Ways To Beat The Heat In Durham Region This Summer

Don't let soaring temperatures keep you and your family from enjoying summer! Put on some sunscreen, grab a hat, and get outside to live it up on the longest days of the year. Check out our guide below on all the ways you can keep cool while exploring Durham Region. For more information on staying safe during bouts of extreme heat and humidity, visit Durham Public Health's website.

Go For A Paddle

Cruise the waves in style the summer! There are many spots in Durham Region that offer paddle board, kayak, canoe and pedal boat rentals. Hours and availability may vary so check their website in advance for details.

Have a paddle board of your own? Level up your skills with a lesson from Taga Lawa in Oshawa. They offer flat water SUP instruction and SUP surf instruction.

Get out on the water for some mindful breathing and deep stretching by joining a SUP yoga class. Strong Roots Yoga and Paddleboarding hosts weekly classes in Beaverton and Sunderland and boards are provided.

Make A Splash

Cool off this summer at one of many Durham Region’s outdoor pools, splash pads or even a water park. For outdoor pools or water parks, check their website and regulations to book a time to visit in advance.

Life's A Beach

Durham Region stretches from Lake Ontario to Lake Scugog to Lake Simcoe and is home to a number of beaches. Whether you're searching for the perfect place to build a sandcastle or just want to feel the sand between your toes, you're never too far from a beach in Durham. As for beaches, always check the Health Department beach status report prior to swimming and follow all posted signs.

View list of Durham Region beaches

We'd love to see how you are beating the heat this summer! Tag @DurhamTourism on socials so we can follow along in your adventures.