4 Things You May Not Know About Parksville Low Tide

Did you know these 4 things about Parksville's beautiful beaches at low tide?

Low tide at Parksville Beach. Tide pools are scattered along the sandy beach and the ocean is visible in the distance
"Parksville Beach. LOVE when the tide is out! Can walk forever before you reach the water! :) Gorgeous." - Christina Eckhart

1. When the tide is at its lowest, the distance from the shore to the water is about one kilometre!

2. Beach-combing expeditions may lead to the discovery of sand dollar beds, beneath-rock crab hideaways, and geoducks.

3. Low tide offers an expanse of sand marked with shallow pools - a skimboarder's delight!

4. During long summer days, Parksville's beaches are sun-baked at low tide. When the tide rises, the water is warmed by the hot sand, raising the water temperature for a gentle swimming experience.

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Relax on our sandy beaches, where the tides are welcoming year-round. Image: @juliiathompson

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