Lakes

Lake Eugenia is centrally situated in Grey Highlands and offers excellent boating, fishing and swimming.  The lake is a man-made lake featuring a mix of cottages and natural forests.  The area around Lake Eugenia is part of the Niagara Escarpment and known for its picturesque views available year-round. 

The only Municipal public access to Lake Eugenia is at the Public Boat Launch and Beach Area area located off of Canrobert Street. Any other access points are private property. 

Public Beach

Canrobert Street, Flesherton 

Fishing

Eugenia Boat Launch Information

The Eugenia Boat Launch is operated by the Eugenia and District Community Improvement Association by authority of a memorandum of understanding with the Municipality of Grey Highlands. For more information visit eugeniagoldrush.com/boat-launch

Flesherton Pond

Located at 56 Durham Street in Flesherton, the pond offers a covered pavilion along with a beach and swimming area.

Swimming, fishing and picnic area.

Swimming/water test results

From June to September, the Municipality does weekly water resting at both the Flesherton Pond and Lake Eugenia. Results are received by the Municipality on Thursday and notice/website updates will be done at the earliest convenience.

For more information on Recreational Water Sampling click here, or contact Parks and Recreation for any specific questions about water sampling or beach closures.

Below is the current swimming advisory. Okay to swim means that there is no swimming advisory in effect, while unsafe to swim means no swimming due to high bacteria levels which may pose a risk to your health.

Blue-green algae has been reported in Lake Eugenia by the beach. Do not swim or drink the water where an algae bloom is present or visible. For more information of blue-green algae visit http://ow.ly/s6JY50KopCZ. Blooms can look like foam, scum or mats. Even though they are called blue-green algae they can appear olive-green or red. If you spot blue-green algae contact the Grey Bruce Health Unit.

 *Note as of July 28th, Blue-Green Algae has been found in Lake Eugenia.  Read more about Blue-Green Algae and it's health risks here.

*As of August 4, a swim advisory is in effect and to swim at your own risk.  Caution signs have been posted with the risks of Blue-Green Algae.