Calling all beach and outdoor enthusiasts! Brampton’s lakes, outdoor pools and wading pools are now open.
Due to the current pandemic, all outdoor recreation facilities, lakes and pools were closed. However, the city has finally started to reopen with some safety measures.
Professor’s Lake is now open; however, visitors must reserve a three-hour timeslot to visit the beach by calling (905) 874-2350. The lake is open, dependent on the results of Region of Peel water quality testing results. Visitors must also stay in the installed markers, which denote beach areas for both group and individual use as well as stay two-metres away from other visitors. Staff will be on-site to take visitors to their reserved beach areas and to monitor physical distancing. The change room facilities will not be available to residents.
The Eldorado Park outdoor pool is also open pending the pool temperature and, as always, weather permitting. However, change room facilities, floatation devices and pool toys will not be available at this time, but visitors can bring their equipment. Visitors will have access to lifejackets upon request. In washrooms, every other sink and stall will be closed to encourage physical distancing.
The city’s wading pools will also open, weather permitting. Brampton currently operates three wading pools located at Gage Park, Chinguacousy Park and Balmoral Recreation Centre. Spray pad operating hours have been extended to 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, depending on the weather.
Peel Public Health encourages everyone to stay apart, wash your hands, wear a mask and get tested. Hand sanitizer will be available on-site at all locations. Residents must also wear non-medical masks or face coverings in all Brampton indoor public spaces, which is required by law since July 10.
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