If you're fond of sand dunes and salty air Quaint little…read morevillages here and there You're sure to fall in love with old Cape Roger Curtis Lighthouse (Cape Roger Curtis Lighthouse, that old Cape Roger Curtis Lighthouse) It reminded me of a set off of Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom. All that was missing was my man, a cat, suitcase of books, and a portable record player. But I was content with the miles-long green ocean that stretched on beneath the blue sky. Waves that crashed violently against the pebbles and rocks. An enchanting scene that cannot be eclipsed. It's the smallest lighthouse you'll ever see.

The boardwalk boasts an impressive backdrop of the Howe Sound, snow-capped mountains, and clear…read moreblue sky. This is the most southerly fjord in North America. With the parking lot being near the highway and free, many visitors (both people and dogs) stroll the area.  Watch out for the webby tents of caterpillars in the trees. They're a bit unsightly. Other things to do at Porteau Cove: - Scuba dive among shipwrecks, artificial reefs, sunken sculptures, and diverse marine life - Explore tide pools - Camp along the waterfront Porteau Cove was a picturesque stop along our Sea to Sky Highway road trip. I wish I could come back here to watch sunset or the stars at night. (Part 2)

This place has been my escape and sanctuary for a few years now. Whenever I need to escape the city…read moreI usually drive up here. I have also used this place many times to capture pictures. I find this location great for night photography. Stars, Moon, Milky way and have even been able to capture Northern Lights. Not the best Northern Lights but considering it is close to home a score. Worth checking out.

This is a water access only marine park, over looking Georgia Strait towards Vancouver located on…read morethe edge of Porlier Pass.. A few camp sites for the boaters and a nice sandy beach if you can get to it..

Part of the fun of living in Vancouver is having little pockets of loveliness like Bowen Island,…read moreavailable to visit as a day-trip. As of yet, I haven't accumulated the funds to purchase my own private island a la Richard Branson...but Tunstall Beach allows us to indulge such fantasies. This gorgeous, sheltered beach can be accessed by car, bike or bus. At times it is busy, and other days we have had the beach to ourselves. When folks are there, it is fun to watch people kayaking, swimming and picnicking. There are 'rustic' but totally functional washroom facilities (bring Purel :) I do not recommend it for ones with mobility issues, as there is a small incline down from the parking to the beach area. Other beaches on Bowen Island are flat. Our favorite thing to do is pack a blanket, some pate, cheese and crackers, fruit, prosecco...and watch the sunsets that are truly breathtaking. It is a short ferry ride home to be back to work/life the next day but you will feel as if you have had a mini holiday! Bowen Island has some cute shops, restaurants, artisans and a riot of fabulous scenery if you feel like kicking around a bit longer during the day...

Nice beach with relatively easy access to water. A generally pleasant place to sit around. As with…read moreother beaches on the island, lots of mussels and sea stars.

We stopped here cause we wanted to see beautiful views of mountains and water and this area did not…read moredisappoint. It's really not much of a beach, but the views are absolutely spectacular. It's located behind a bunch of houses, but in such a beautiful area. If you want a little stop off and to see spectacular views, this is definitely the place to come.

I discovered Furry Creek Beach and Lookout through Google Maps while driving Sea to Sky Highway…read more It's located 20 kilometers south of Squamish, BC and 48 kilometers north of Vancouver. The beach and lookout are situated in the back section of the Furry Creek Golf and Country Club. Basically, this residential community is the host for visitors and tourists to leisurely walk the shores and take in the surroundings. To come here would definitely be getting away from the crowds of the popular attractions in the area. As I entered the community, the entrance sign stated that there's a golf course, restaurant and ALL OUTSIDE VISITORS ARE WELCOME! So, although I was feeling a little unsettled that I was entering what appeared to be a private community...the entrance sign reassured me to come in and start exploring. And btw, it's free to do this. I did park on a side street though I believe I would have been better served leaving my car at the clubhouse lot so as to not look like an intruder. Regardless...I did walk through someone's backyard (which felt a little uncomfortable, lol) and then the scenery opened up. I wasn't expecting this but there were undisturbed views of the Howe Sound waters along with the hazy looking mountains set in the distance...and this for being around 5pm in late September. Because of the sun's strong appearance for the afternoon time, I'd suggest coming here in the morning, but this is just my opinion. While here...all you have to do is walk the paved pathway at your own pace and enjoy the setting. Depending on which way you go, you will have residential homes to one side of you, but still...the atmosphere was pleasant and you don't have to work hard to capture worthwhile photographs. You can venture off the walkway and reach the waters if you care to do so. Though, I didn't see anyone swimming. There was an inlet section where a few boats had lowered their anchors. And it was at this inlet area that (from my pov) featured the biggest highlight of Furry Creek Beach...and that being the observation platform. You can sit down here at a few of the benches and soak up the surroundings. There's a flagpole raised with the Canadian flag waving from above. Also, there's a small island centered in the middle of Howe Sound that acts as the focal point to the lookout experience. I'd suggest grabbing a picture with the island, Canadian flag, Howe Sound and mountains within one photogenic moment. At the very least, take 15 minutes to appreciate the scenery. In total, I walked 1 mile of the pathway before returning towards my car. Finally, although there is so much to see and do along Sea to Sky Highway going from Vancouver to Squamish to Whistler...if you feel like getting away from the popular attractions and crowds of the area, then I'd recommend stopping for a little bit here at Furry Creek Beach and Lookout.

If you enjoy nature this place is worth visiting. It is calming and has great views and a few…read morelarger rocks to climb around. There are many areas to snap great touristy photos and nice for the sunset too. Park is well maintained and easily accessible with parking lots nearby.

Many people go to Horseshoe bay to take the ferry to Bowen island but a stop at Whytecliff Park on…read morethe way is clearly a nice Idea. Lovely views of the bay, lazy sea lions sunbathing on the rocks, easy trails to walk on and lots of benches to sit, relax and enjoy the view. There's even a cafe in the parking lot near the entrance. Hot food, snacks and drinks, if you forgot to bring food you won't starve there.

This park is like a scene out of a movie. It's breathtaking during winter and summer, only with…read morethe water changing to a pretty cool looking aquamarine green during the summer time. Fitzsimmons Fan Park is tucked away on the right side of Green Lake in front of Nicklaus North Golf Course. Its an easy stroll from Table 19 restaurant on the course and if you are not visiting the course, you'll need to park in the parking lot designated for Dream River Park. The main area of this park is a sandy Delta that sticks out quite far into the lake. Its a great area for those that love fishing and this park is very dog friendly. Its almost like a sandy beach in the middle of a lake and my three fur babies love getting their feet wet in the water and digging holes. I have seen many owners allows their dogs to roam around off leash so I think its ok to do that, just make sure to watch your surroundings for bears. There have been many bear sightings by others in this area and I've seen the trail leading up to the sandy delta covered in bear poop. The views behind the lake of mount currie are spectacular and even during the summer time, the peaks up there are still snow capped. It makes for amazing photos and a different contrast between beautiful blue water and sky and the snow of the mountains. It's also nice to set up a few beach chairs, have lunch and watch the seaplanes fly in from Victoria and Vancouver. Overall this is a spectacular spot to take in the lake and mountain beauty of Whistler!

Nice little beach…read more There were several groups of families and friends when we were here. It was a hot summer day and the water was clear. I went to dip my foot in the water and it was surprisingly not cold. Not warm either. Now I got why people were out in the water swimming and chilling in there. Parking is available with maybe 10-12 spots. There are several benches by the parking area if you do not want to get down to the beach.

Online made it sound like Georgia Beach is some hidden secret beach but no...in reality. It was…read morequite obviously pointed out on Google map. Nothing too surprising. The beach is somewhat small though. Parking is meh as well. It seems like cars can only go in one way and from the looks of it, there is only one parking spot. The park is very quiet and the view is nice. There are mosquitos here at night. Yes, I got bitten.

Alice Lake gets super busy during the summer, especially on weekends. However, we got their at 5pm…read moreon a Saturday so it was not as crowded and we were easily able to find a space by the water to lay our picnic mats and chairs. We also found parking immediately! The lake is pretty clear and wasn't too cold!! We were able to get into the water without freezing.. of course this is only during peak summer. We took our boats and paddle board, it was so serene! The lake itself wasn't too crowded to we were able to relax in the water while playing our music for hours. We had enough privacy. Only complaint I have is their bathrooms... I'm not sure if this was only because it was a crowded weekend, but the women's bathroom was pretty dirty. The changing rooms did not have any doors either. I wasn't too upset because it is expected at a campsite but I wish they were cleaned more regularly. They also have camping grounds but it was pretty packed during the weekend.

Alice Lake is a super busy and popular camp ground for locals and tourists. It is also a popular…read morespot for hiking, camping, kyaking, swimming etc. To book a spot on the camp ground, the wait list is about 6 months out. It also has over 100 camp sites. At the gate, there is a gate keeper who keeps tracks of who is coming in and out of the camp ground. I like how the camping table/benches are all treated and finshed. The camp site was kept very clean when we were there. Unfortunately, when we went (June 2023), there was a ban on fire. So no cooking over fire. You could bring your own propane tank and start bbq from there. The camp ground is being patrolled several times through out the day. There is a outhouse. I have noticed many people prefered to rent an RV or bring their RV here camping. There is some spotty internet reception on the camp ground. I realized I was still able to make phone calls in and out which was quite nice. So you are not completely disconnected from the world. Definitely a nice place to go camping.