# Where is swimming prohibited near boat traffic at Ashbridges Bay Boat Launch, Woodbine Beach, and the Outer Harbour channel?

**Category:** Policies & Rules
**Verified:** 2026-05-24
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## Quick answer

Swimming prohibited in launch channel, marked boat routes, and within 50 metres of ramps.

## Detailed answer

City of Toronto bylaws ban swimming within 50 metres of Ashbridges Bay Boat Launch ramps and all marked navigation channels. Woodbine Beach has designated swim areas only. Violators face fines. Stay within yellow buoys at Woodbine Beach; never swim across the Outer Harbour channel or near ABYC entrance.

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