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Sidney Waterfront walk
As well as the view to Mt. Baker and Sidney spit, highlights are the Seaside Sculptures, the Fish Market at the foot of Beacon Ave. The one way 2.35 km Heart Smart Walkway is a flat walk, so good for all – followed by a boutique shopping trip. You can enjoy both, nature and shopping.
Sidney.
Parking along Lochside Drive and at Tulista Park.
Cordova Bay Beach
Sand and pebble beach, just around the corner from Mattick’s Farm where you can find all the elements of shopping. Cordova Bay Beach with its stunning ocean vistas and views is accessible along Cordova Bay Road for example right next to ‘the Beach House’ restaurant.
Cordova Bay Beach,
Saanich.
Access points along Cordova Bay Road.
Horth Hill Regional Park
Hike and get your heart beat going. Follow the winding, weaving paths up to the summit. Being 136 metres above sea level you are on the highest point in North Saanich and able to enjoy spectacular views all year round.
Horth Hill Regional Park,
North Saanich.
Pat Bay Highway, Wain road exit. Follow Wain Road, turn right on Tatlow, which leads to the park entrance on the right.
Island View Beach
Family fun. Bundle up and enjoy the long sandy beach, dune, wetland and birds. Capture the panoramic seascape views of Haro Strait, James Island and Mount Baker. Sidney is close by to warm up at any of the many coffee shops and stores.
Island View Beach Regional Park,
Saanichton.
Pat Bay Highway from Victoria. Turn right on Island View Road, then left on Homathko Road, which leads to the park entrance. Parking lot right at the beach access.
Tod Inlet – Snidcel
The “Place of the Blue Grouse” is one of the best kept secrets on the Island. Discover a mosaic of open ecosystems, Garry oak meadows and the breathtaking view to water and mountains.
Gowlland-Tod Provincial Park,
Brentwood Bay.
Parking at the Wallace Drive gate. Walk down to the inlet along the trail is about 15 minutes.
