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This sand and pebble beach near Victoria is one of BC’s best swimming spots

If you love lounging on the beach but want to branch out from Vancouver’s popular beaches, why not hop on a ferry to Victoria and head to Cordova Bay Beach?

Situated under 13 km away from downtown Victoria, the beloved beach is a short drive that’s well worth the stop – whether you’re passing through to Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park or the Malahat Skywalk, or making a day of swimming in its warm waters.

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Note that there are several public access points to the prime swimming and sunbathing spot along Cordova Bay Road.

So there you have it, BC! If you’re looking to extend your trip to Victoria with a visit to one of the area’s best beaches, you know where to look.

Cordova Bay Beach 

Where: Cordova Bay Road, Victoria

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