Situated on the scenic Strait of Juan de Fuca on the west coast
of southern Vancouver Island, French Beach Provincial Park offers
much more than just beautiful hiking trails through lush forests.
A wide swatch of green lawn fronts this sand and pebble beach, where
visitors can relax and enjoy a picnic or take a cool dip in the ocean.
In addition to offering fabulous views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca
and the Olympic Mountains, the 1,600-meter beach at this park is an
ideal location for exploring and whale watching. The magnificent Gray
whales pass by this park in the spring as they migrate to northern
feeding grounds, and return again in the fall. Roaming pods of resident
killer whales can also be seen offshore, as well as otters, seals
and sea lions. French Beach is also a good spot to observe Bald eagles,
ospreys and a variety of seabirds. (Text courtesy
of BC Parks)
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