Most Commonly Asked Questions

... and answers About Our Unique Community

  • How many people live in Lagoon City? - Approximately 2000 plus about 500 marina residents.

  • Where do they work? - Lagoon City, Orillia, Casino Rama, OPP Headquarters, Barrie, Beaverton, Oshawa, Whitby & Toronto, Markham and Pickering.

  • Who owns the Lagoons? - The Parks & Waterways of Ramara Township and Provincial Parks & Waterways.

  • How deep are they? - They are about six to eight feet in depth, but vary throughout the resort and in the main channels.

  • Can you swim in the lagoons? - No, - Swimming is not permitted due to danger from boat traffic.

  • Does the water level change? - Yes, - The water level does change, but does not cause flooding. High water is six ? eight inches below the shorewall and is the same level as Lake Simcoe which is controlled by dams on the Trent/Severn Waterways. Floor level of all residences must be six feet above high water level. Flooding has not occurred in all the years of Lagoon Citys existence.

  • Are there fish in the lagoons? ? If so, what kind? - Yes, - there are bass, perch, catfish and crappy & pickerel in the spring, northern pike. Lake Simcoe offers Lake trout, white fish and herring.

  • Is the beach clean Private Warm? - Yes, - the beach is raked, cleaned and maintained regularly. It is private to Lagoon City Resort residents and their guests, Harbour Inn  and their guests and boaters paying mooring fees. Lake Simcoe beach is relatively warm due to its shallowness.

  • Is there a place to swim in the winter? - There Sure Is The Pier One & Resort Club  offer a variety of reasonable family membership options at their indoor heated pool & spa. Membership fee schedules are available at the front desk, 

  • How many tennis courts are there? - Four .Two courts on Paradise Blvd as well as Pickle Ball For resident members of the Tennis Club . One court is exclusive for the Marina owners and their guests.

  • Pickle Ball is part of joining the tennis club

  • How many original building lots? - In phases 1 & 2 there are 402 single-family building lots.

  • Are they serviced? - All residential building lots are serviced with water, sewers, garbage collection, street lights, water hydrants, fire and police protection, snow plowing and cable T.V and internet 

  • Can you have a basement? - Generally No, due to high water level, but some homes on the natural ridge have basements.

  • Who owns & maintains the shorewalls? - The lot owners of single family dwellings and the individual condominium corporations.

  • What are the bridge clearances? - The highest bridge clearance is approx. 10 feet, with other bridges varying between 5 & 10 feet.

  • What about schools? - Students are transported by bus to public and private schools in Brechin, only 2 miles away. Secondary school students are bused 14 miles to Orillia. Georgian College  and Lakehead University is also located in Orillia.

  • Is there postal service? - Yes, we have daily mail delivery at three convenient locations throughout the resort. General delivery and parcel service is available in nearby Brechin.

  • What winter activities are available? - We have several winter activities such as outdoor skating, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing,  snow shoeing ,indoor pool & spa facilities at the Pier One. Various activities also available through our own community association.

  • Is there a community center? - Yes, our community center is located in the hub, adjacent to the Lagoon City Yacht Club, and has recently been expanded and houses our thriving association whose purpose is to promote and support our social activities, offering many clubs to which members can belong. Annual membership fee ? (optional)

  • How many townhomes & villas are there? - There are approx. 400 units throughout the resort with several styles, locations and floor plans to choose from.

  • Do they also have boat moorings? - Yes, however, depending on your personal boating requirements, it is wise to inquire about the actual size and bridge clearance, as they vary throughout the resort.

  • Is there a maintenance fee? - Yes, and what a bargain! For a reasonable monthly fee a Carefree Lifestyle can be yours. This is the perfect choice for Week-enders and Snowbirds .Just turn the key and Go! Services which include lawn care, snow removal, exterior building maintenance, shorewall maintenance, boat mooring, parking, building insurance and much more, allow you to enjoy the finer things in life such as boating, fishing, golf and travel.

  • Do the maintenance fees change? - Each condo corporation is managed independently with its own board of directors who in turn hire the management who tender maintenance contracts. Each owner holds a vote, and fees are structured on a cost basis, therefore, no fees are imposed on you  that are not imposed on themselves.