TRAVEL LIKE A LOCAL | Top 10,000 Places to Visit in Canada
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Welcome Beach is one of the rare sandy beaches on the Sunshine Coast.
If you feel like sticking around the Halfmoon Bay area, take a quick five-minute drive north on Redrooffs road and discover the beauty of Welcome Beach. No street public directional signage and limited parking make this quiet beach with mostly locals.
Photo: Google Maps, Halfmoon Haven Beachfront Retreat and Spa
Located 400m before Trout Lake and 9 km north of Sechelt on Highway 101, this 4.5-km loop trail near Welcome Beach is a hidden gem.
The hike here is pretty easy, but you must stay on track to make sure you don’t get lost in the tiny interconnected trails. The loop generally takes 1 hour and 20 minutes to complete. The trails are pet friendly but require them to be on a leash.
Perfect for hiking, mountain biking, and walking, visit this quiet trail to get in touch with nature.
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The Frog Pond and Lohn Road Trail is an out-and-back trail filled with nature. The trail is 2.3 km long, and hiking here is quite easy. The short trail takes about 29 minutes to complete for an average hiker.
Great for hiking and running, this trail is considered a highlight in the abundance of trials found in the region. All pets must be on a leash. The trail is never overly crowded, so you can visit for a quiet escape and spend a relaxing day here.
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Nestled in a breathtaking, lush forest, Halfmoon Haven Beachfront Retreat and Spa is the highlight of leisure in Welcome Beach. The Halfmoon Haven is located on the beach in a secluded area so that visitors can rejuvenate away from the hustle and bustle of cities. It also overlooks the Pacific Ocean to provide a scenic view of the Gulf Islands.
The retreat offers two rental choices; the Halfmoon Haven Beach Cottage and the Halfmoon Haven Deluxe Suite. You can rent one or both, depending on how many people you travel with. Set against tropical backgrounds, the retreat includes a sand volleyball court, kayaking options, beach chairs and a spa-style hot tub. Stay at the Halfmoon Haven for a luxurious getaway to relax and rejuvenate!
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Connor Park is a charming forested area with plenty of short trails. Most of the trails here are of easy to intermediate difficulty.
The park also features playing fields, a playground and a biking area. This park is slightly challenging to access, but once you do, it is a memorable experience. Northwood Road has a gravel accessway that takes you into the park. Despite the slight challenges you may face in finding the park, it is an escape into one of Welcome Beach’s hidden gems.
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