Another beautiful beach in Kye Bay, Qualicum Beach is located about a 7-minute drive from Parksville Beach. At low tide, Qualicum Beach has a wide sandy area, uncovered and wonderful for exploring. Looking from the water, there is Mount Arrowsmith in the background, Denman and Hornby Islands are to the north, and Texada and Lasquitti Islands are to the east. The Coast Mountains and the mainland loom far beyond. Qualicum Beach is easily accessible from Hwy 19A.The beach is becoming very popular for flatland skimboarding and stand-up paddleboarding, and the area now hosts a few large competitions in the two sports. Birdwatchers also like Qualicum Beach for the diversity of birds that make it their home.
Qualicum Beach, BC, Canada
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