What is the water and sand quality of the Shades Beach?

The coastline of Shades 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 Shades Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Shades Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Shades Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.Shades 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 Shades 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 Shades Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Shades 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 Shades Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Shades Beach.

How far is the Shades Beach from parking?

The Shades 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 Shades Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Shades Beach is July. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 1°C and water 0°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Shades Beach (Pennsylvania) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Shades Beach (Pennsylvania) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

Photo of Shades Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Shades Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Shades Beach with spacious shore

Photo of Shades Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Shades Beach located in natural area

Photo of Shades Beach - popular place among relax connoisseurs

Shades Beach

Kanty, United States

7.1

#10 out of 11 in Pennsylvania 0

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Short walking distance Parking nearby

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About

Shades Beach is located on the Erie lake and it is in the 10th place out of 11 beaches in the Pennsylvania region 334.8 km away from its center, the city of Harrisburg. It is one of the beaches of Harborcreek settlement, just 2.5 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

Weather

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+19 ^o C +12 ^o C

Air temperature

6.5 M/S

Wind

+19 ^o C

Water temperature

0.6 M

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Located outside the settlement

Harborcreek • 2.5 km

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Park Gravel Pit Park

8.4km

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Area

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Localities

Nearest

Harborcreek • 2.5km

Main locality of province

Harrisburg • 334.8km

Transport

Airport

ERI • 21.1km

Bus Station

Port Colborne City Hall • 97km

Train Station

Westfield station • 35.1km

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