Blackie Spit
Known For
- •off-leash dog beach
- •5-km nature trail
- •sandy and pebble beach sunset viewpoint
- •kayak and paddleboard launch points
Insider Tips
Best Time
Weekday mornings or early evenings; arrive early on summer weekends to secure parking
Ideal For
Pro Tip
Get there early on warm weekends for parking and prime beach spots; note the off-leash area is seasonal so check local signage
Just north of Crescent Beach, Blackie Spit, located along the Pacific Flyway, is considered to be one of the best bird-watching areas in Western Canada. A major north-south flyway for migratory birds, Blackie Spit with its tidal marsh and eelgrass beds is perfect for spotting shorebirds and waterfowl. Keep your eyes peeled for sandpipers, northern flickers, pileated woodpeckers, brown creepers and yellow-rumped warblers, among many more. You may also see a few aquatic mammals such as harbour seals and their pups. With spectacularly unobstructed views of local mountain ranges that are especially beautiful in the Winter months, this is the perfect spot to sit on a bench and enjoy the beauty of the Pacific NorthWest.
Drifter Insights
Major destination with tourist appeal
TripAdvisor: Top 10% (#3 of 101)
Popular With
Tourist Awareness
TripAdvisor: #3 of 101 things to do in Surrey