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Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park
Beautiful long beach with mountain views
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Need to stretch your legs after the ferry ride? Head to Rathtrevor Beach in Parksville. This long beach is a mix of golden sand and pebbles and is breathtaking at any time of the year.
When the tide is out, it feels like you can walk for miles. The views stretch endlessly too, towards offshore islands and distant mountain ranges.
Although there are a lot of great beaches in the area, Rathtrevor Beach is convenient as it has a lot of parking.
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Waterfront resort with renowned spa in Parksville
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Forested campground close to lake beach
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Series of waterfalls and rapids in mossy canyon
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Short, unique hike with fissure
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Scenic driving route next to ocean
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Scenic spot for a picnic next to Cameron Lake
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First Nation rock art carvings in small forested park
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Giant Sitka Spruce tree in old growth grove
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Old growth forest next to Highway 4
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Small lakeside campground with basic services
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