Five Awesome Activities to do in White Rock, British Columbia

Nov 14
12:04

2016

Joel Castro

Joel Castro

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Experience a real Canadian cultural and dining experience in White Rock. Just minutes from the US/Canadian Border. White rock offers a lot of activities for the family. Stroll along the shoreline and through picturesque neighborhoods, browse art galleries and craftsmanship, discover historic sites, eat at some exquisite restaurants, stay at hotels white rock and make it a point of joining in some of the many extraordinary occasions.

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1 Water Activities

The shoreline is White Rock's greatest draw whether it's for family picnics,Five Awesome Activities to do in White Rock, British Columbia Articles sandcastle competition or kayaking journeys. Natural West Coast Adventures dispatches kayak from the far west shores of West Beach and provide instructions and rentals to the starter to experienced paddler. The wharf is similarly fun. With its footpath striding into the water for somewhere in the range of 46m/1500ft, it's a favorite spot for angling, crabbing, swimming and enjoying the vista of Mount Baker, Semiahmoo Bay and some of the surrounding islands and headlands.

  1. Festival & Events

Seats along the promenade make a good resting spot to view the sunset. Listening to the busking folk's music and street performers. Enjoy coffee or gelato ice cream or simply benefit from the whirl of activities that always happened during many community events. Every year the Annual Polar Bear Swim happens January 1st. Participants take a plunge in the icy South Surrey waters for fun, then after the swim, participants and spectators enjoy hot chocolate and coffee to warm up and benefit from the rest of the day. The Spirit of the Sea Festival celebrated every year is a 3-day family fun filled event with a fireworks show, torchlight parade, and pirate costume contest. For Cyclist Tour de White rock is a must event. From humble beginnings in 1980. It’s first ever bike race has 35 participants. Today Tour De White rock is attracting over 150 pro cyclist coming from Europe, United States and Canada. Tour de White Rock has become a go-to event for pro cycling teams, fans, and media.

  1. Shopping & Dining

Marine Drive is always lively with people having a great time. A load of restaurant and patios is here with diners enjoying everything from quality steaks to much traditional and variety fish in chips restaurants lining up Marine Drive, Moby Dick's, Pearl on the Rock, Cosmos are a few famous restaurants to check out. You may try Vol Au Vent for top notch French cuisine or maybe the Boathouse for a great patio.

Former White rock author WP Kinsella wrote Shoeless Joe which was later turned into a popular 1989 film starring Kevin Costner. His books among another local author like Pummy Kaur and Kayleas Cross can be bought at the specialty shops, souvenir shops, and bookstores.

 

  1. Bird Watching

White Rock is near Boundary Bay, one of Canada's best places for bird watching. You may see Herons, Loons, Turkey Vultures, Emperor Goose, Eurasian Widgeon, Mallard, Horned Grebe, Bufflehead, Rough legged hawk and much more. It's nice to spend an afternoon at Blackie's Spit, Mud Bay Park, Elgin Park or Serpentine Fen.

  1. Museum, Craftsman and Art Galleries

The White Rock Museum is located in the old White Rock Train Station building on the beach. Its goal is the preservation and promotion of local culture and history. On display is over 100 years of White Rock and South Surrey history. The Archives of the Museum is an exciting collection of unique documents and photographs from private and public records. With the knowledge and understanding that they will be held in trust for future generations. The museum features a permanent history of White Rock exhibit as well as other changing exhibits throughout the year. After visiting the museum, you can walk up the hill via the pathways to check Uptown White Rock and the many galleries. The newly redesigned Coast Capital Theater Playhouse feature rotating art exhibition and public art program.

Visiting White Rock is a family fun filled experience. There are many options to stay, a favorite among White Rock Hotels isBest Western White rock. They have quality rooms and facilities that are clean, pleasant and fairly priced. Amenities includes an indoor heated pool, whirlpool, sauna and fitness center. Free Continental breakfast is also served from 6:30 am every day. Start your morning with a sumptuous healthy complimentary breakfast at the lobby Café with a wide choice of waffles, pancakes, boiled eggs, muffins, bread, tarts, toast,  yogurt, juices, coffee/tea and a wide variety of cereals. Needs to stay connected? The hotel also has 24 hours high-speed internet from the comfort of your room and all throughout the hotel. 

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