Saratoga Beach

South of Campbell River, the coastline shifts from rocky shores to a wide expanse of hard-packed sand. When the tide retreats at Saratoga Beach, the water pulls back hundreds of metres. This leaves behind shallow tide pools that warm up quickly under the summer sun.

The firm ground provides a solid surface for walking along the water line or setting up lawn chairs. Beachcombers often walk south towards the mouth of the Oyster River to watch fishing boats pass by. Driftwood lines the upper edge of the shore, offering natural seating for those watching the waves.