One of the world’s best places for a cold plunge is along this Ontario shoreline

Hot and cold therapies have become one of the biggest wellness trends in recent years, and luckily, you don’t necessarily have to book a pricey spa day to take a world-renowned cold plunge.

According to a new analysis by Icelandic outdoor apparel company Icewear, one natural destination that sits along Ontario’s shoreline is among the best places in the world for a refreshing cold plunge.

The company analyzed over 54,000 Google reviews across more than 60 hot and cold therapy destinations worldwide, searching for positive keywords like “authentic,” “relaxing,” “transformative,” and “invigorating,” as part of its research.

“Experts suggest that hot therapy like saunas and hot springs can improve aches and pains along with improving cardiovascular health, while cold therapy, including cold plunges, can improve general wellbeing, boost the immune system and contribute towards better mental health,” Icewear notes.

The worldwide rankings include everything from geothermal spas to glacier-fed lakes, as well as several Canadian destinations, which earned spots among the world’s best natural cold therapy locations, including one with a shoreline in Ontario.

Although it was technically listed as a U.S. destination in the rankings, Lake Superior has shores along Ontario, making it a convenient option for those looking to partake in the cold plunge trend without leaving the province.

The biggest and deepest of the Great Lakes, it’s become a go-to spot for community cold plunges and open-water swims throughout the year. Water temperatures in Lake Superior typically range from around 0°C during the winter to roughly 11°C at the peak of summer, making it one of the coldest places to take a dip even during the sweltering hot months.