Beaches in Parksville
RATHTREVOR BEACH
Sunrise Ridge’s Parksville beach resort is located on this beautiful 5 kilometer sandy beach. A short walk from Sunrise Ridge takes you to Rathtrevor Park, with its woodland and oceanfront trails, and picnic grounds. At low tide the ocean recedes, at times, up to a kilometer from the shore. When planning any sort of water activity at Rathtrevor, be sure to check a tide chart beforehand to ensure you time your excursion appropriately
QUALICUM BEACH
Four kilometers of curved sand beach, Qualicum Beach, in the town of Qualicum Beach, is rimmed by a paved promenade for hikers, bikers, and sunset watchers. The beach has picnic tables, trees, and a change-room.
PARKSVILLE COMMUNITY BEACH
North of Sunrise Ridge, this Parksville beach is home to an excellent children’s beach playground with swings, slides, water canons, and picnic area.
LIGHTHOUSE COUNTRY
At the northern end of Oceanside, Lighthouse Country is home to many secluded bays and the beaches become rockier – perfect for beachcombing. This area is home to the communities of Qualicum Bay, Bowser, and Deep Bay and two picturesque lighthouses.