You really shouldn’t be afraid to go to the beach in winter, especially with the amazing weather we’ve been having. It seems like what was known as a typical winter season here in BC is changing, so what we know as winter activities will be changing too. For us, winter now includes going to the beach.
Recently we’ve had a few nice days with 15C weather, I’m guessing it means Spring is right around the corner. We decided to make the most of our nice weather this weekend and head to the beach. When we got there it seems like several other families had the same idea.
If you are going to be trekking to the beach during the colder time of year make sure everyone is dressed appropriately. It’s not like you can splash in the water, and expect to be dried off, and warm in the sun. Our preschooler had on a warm rain coat, and her rain boots. We couldn’t find her rain suit, with that she can go into the water. Another must were sunglasses for all of us. The sun sure was bright, especially reflecting off the water.
We loaded everything into the bottom of the stroller, and I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was to move across the sand when we turned it around and pulled with the large wheels first. Thanks to the wet weather I guess the sand is more compact right now. During the summer season this was always harder to do. We picked our perfect spot to set up our base area, and let Evie go play.
The beach is the perfect place to explore, and discover any time of year. Kids get to be kids when here. Evie had lots of fun building castles, and squashing them all under her boots. We even brought a kite with us and attempted to fly it. I’ve seen some parents with scavenger hunts for their kids, and I love that idea. I think next time I will put one together that works specifically for this beach.
This visit we went to Blackie Spit, which is located in Crescent Beach. It’s probably our favourite beach to go to any time of the year because of where it is located, and you do not have to pay for parking. There are lots of little restaurants just a bit down the beach, and they are open during the summer season. Keep your eyes open because there are lots of birds in this area, but you also might catch a glimpse of a seal out in the water.
Don’t be afraid to go to the beach in the winter, just go prepared. It makes for a nice change of environment, and activity for everyone. Plus there is just something so calming about being by the ocean. Both our girls had great naps after our beach outing, which is a huge bonus for us!
Thanks for sharing! I miss the ocean. I grew up in Tofino so we went to the beach a lot in the winter time. It was always fun to see what had washed up on shore.
We live in California! Winter is the best time to go to the beach!
This is gorgeous. I wish I lived close enough to visit the beach in winter! It’s spring, and I still don’t know if I’ll visit soon.
What a great winter activity! I wish we lived near a beach so we could go do this!
Beautiful! I just came back from the beach this past weekend, and it’s winter here! It was beautiful, but definitely cold! I love this article! It’s a great idea and not always something people think to do in the winter time.
Awwwwww I love the beach any time of the year! Wish I had a beach closer to me so I could take my daughter!
what a good idea! i would never have thought to visit the beach in the winter, but it makes so much sense. it’s on the list now! 🙂
It has been way too rainy and windy for us to be at the beach but as soon as there are a few good days we will have to go. We really love spending time at the beach it is a great place!
What a fabulous day at the beach! I’m all about the beach life, so spending time at the shore when the weather is great is my favorite thing to do. I love the photos of your beautiful tiny ones. They are so adorable!
Beautiful photos, looks like you all had a great time. I live by the beach so we go there year round too – it’s so much fun so long as the wind isn’t howling!
These are some great pictures, they made me smile. I never would have thought about visiting the beach in the winter but it looks like a lot of fun. That was such a smart idea.
Such fun! Great thing to do with the kids to get out and about in the wintertime!
Oh what fun it looks there! And it’s beautiful, too!
It looks like you had a lot of fun. We love going to the beach in the winter.
This looks like so much fun! If only we had a beach here!
Beaches are great in autum and winter. Our personal favourite is Wreck Beach at UBC. Clothing is not an optional thing those days at that beach 🙂
Love going to the beach in winter! Great article.
I actually prefer the beach in the winter. There’s so much to see and do, plus it’s blissfully quiet.
I remember doing this when I was a kid with my family! The tide pools were the coolest. Just goes to show, sometimes the most affordable trips are the most memorable!
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What a fun day at the coast
Awww, it looks like you and your family had a ton of fun! We don’t live near the beach, but there have been times when I’ve thought about loading up the family for a winter vacation for the coast, and now I won’t be afraid to do so!
What a fun idea, never thought of doing that before.
looked like so much fun! Invited us next time 😉