Dec 20-23

Botanical Beach, a beach on the west coast of Vancouver Island, is well known for its rich tidal pools, abundant intertidal marine creatures, and fantastic geological formations. The area is so significant that the University of Minnesota first established a marine station there in 1901. Killer whales, gray whales, California and Stellar Sea Lions can also frequent the area. In addition to the marine life, Juan de Fuca Park (which includes Botanical Beach) also provides a protected habitat…

Sandcut Falls, Vancouver Island,Sandcut Beach,BC West Coast

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Map Vancouver Island Sooke to Port Renfrew BC. Need to plan a new adventure.

Head to British Columbia’s west coast, avoid the crowds, and explore some of the most breathtaking secret beaches.

“Sunset at Sandcut Falls Jordon River, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, Adam Gibbs”

What I loved about Vancouver Island was that it was totally different to the Canada I expected. I didn't know British Columbia was quite so geographically blessed. I didn't expect ski resorts in the middle of an island, let alone lush, ancient rainforests, all right beside the Pacific Ocean, existed

Sandcut Beach Falls Jordon River, Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada.

Think of a beach in British Columbia, and you probably imagine the steady cadence of waves crashing against a rocky shoreline. What about warm water and white…