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oliviakellis
July 17, 2026
Parksville is famous for its broad sandy beaches, where the tide can recede nearly a kilometre at low tide, exposing vast sand flats along the Salish Sea. Originally established as a railway town in the late 1800s, it's now one of Vancouver Island's best-known seaside destinations and the home of the annual Parksville Beach Festival sand sculpting competition.
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27.4km
07:06
160m
160m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 20 m
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