All in Beach
Playa Sayulita is a long stretch of gorgeous sand that is situated in the town of Sayulita, Mexico. It is one of many popular spots along the Riviera Nayarit and brings in a ton of surfers looking to catch that near-perfect wave. The beach is divided into two sections the south beach and the north beach which are divided by the Sayulita River that runs out into the Pacific Ocean. The south end of the beach is where most of the action takes place and tends to be quite busy at times.
During your visit to Sayulita, Mexico you’ll probably feel the need to escape from the hustle and bustle of the busier beaches like Playa Sayulita or Playa de Los Muertos. One of the best remedies to the overcrowded downtown beaches is the picture-perfect getaway of Playa Carricitos, one of Riviera Nayarit’s most beautiful hidden gems. Playa Carricitos is located on the other side of the peninsula of Punta Sayulita and takes around 45-60 minutes walking, depending on where in Sayulita you’re starting from.
Playa Punta de Mita is a beach located along the coast of Mexico’s Bay of Banderas in the small village of the same name, Punta de Mita. Considered a part of the Mexican state of Nayarit, Punta de Mita attracts many visitors from the Puerto Vallarta area who come to witness the amazing beauty of the region.
Playa Bucerias is a beach that is situated in the popular resort town of Bucerias which lies in between the towns of Nuevo Vallarta and La Cruz de Huanacaxtle. It is a long and gorgeous stretch of sandy beach that sits on the edge of Banderas Bay in the Puerto Vallarta area of Mexico. Being one of the longest beaches in Banderas Bay means Playa Bucerias has a ton of fun for the whole family to enjoy.
Playa de Los Muertos is one of Sayulita, Mexico’s most prized possessions, and is a must-see attraction when visiting the Riviera Nayarit. Known to be one of Sayulita’s quieter and less crowded beaches, Playa de Los Muertos is the perfect day trip away from the crowds like the ones that gather at Playa Sayulita. The beach is situated in a crescent-shaped cove with rocky outcroppings and gorgeous mountain jungle scenery.
Playa La Manzanilla is a beautiful crescent-shaped beach that features lovely white sand and is around 1 km long. It is located in the small fishing village of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle (La Cruz) in Mexico and is just a short drive from its larger neighbor Bucerias.
Playa El Salado is situated on the gorgeous Bay of Banderas in the Marina area of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. It is lined with luxurious oceanfront resorts such as the Grand Velas, Sol Meliá, Marriott, Mayan Palace, and Westin hotel. The beach is somewhat difficult to reach on foot unless you are staying at one of the resorts. That being said El Salado can still be reached by locating the street called Bocanegra which is situated right next to The Bayview Grand Condo and the Puerto Vallarta Airport
Poplar Beach is a picturesque public beach that is located just off of Poplar Point Drive in the city of Kelowna, British Columbia. it lies on the shores of Okanagan Lake in the world-famous Okanagan Valley. The beach features idyllic views of the lake and its surrounding mountains and has unique smooth stones covering its shore. Poplar Beach features nothing in terms of amenities but is an excellent spot for a swim or a picnic and provides a quiet break from the busier beaches of Kelowna.
Proctor Lake is a small alpine body of water that is located in the mountains that surround the city of Vernon, British Columbia. it sits high above the bottom of the Okanagan Valley and has an elevation of 1,365 meters. The lake is accessible by taking Silver Star Road from Vernon and is also around 5.1 miles from the town of Armstrong.
Situated along Highway 6 of the Okanagan Valley in the village of Cherryville, British Columbia is a beautiful day-use park called the Shuswap River Picnic Area. The park makes an excellent stopover for road-trippers making the journey from the Okanagan Valley to the Kootenays region and at certain times of the year when the water is low visitors can even jump in and cool off in the crystal clear Shuswap River.
Beaver Lake is situated on a high alpine plateau in the popular Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. It is just one of many picturesque bodies of water that make up a chain of high mountain lakes. The lake sits at an elevation of approximately 4,600 ft / 1,400 m and is around 30 minutes from the town of Winfield in Lake Country as well as the Kelowna International Airport (KLW). Fishing is one of the main attractions at Beaver Lake as it is stocked with beautiful rainbow trout. Swimming, Kayaking canoeing, and paddleboarding are also popular activities to be enjoyed while visiting Beaver Lake.
Situated on the scenic shores of Mabel Lake, British Columbia Is one of the Okanagan Valley’s best-kept secrets and legitimate hidden gems, the Mystic Trail. The trail is essentially a walk through the forest in what could only be described as an enchanted forest full of quirky works of art that eventually leads visitors to a gorgeous beach
Cascade Beach is an idyllic recreation campsite that lies along the shores of beautiful Mabel Lake in the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. The site features several tent-only campsites that are equipped with an outhouse and plenty of flat spots to pitch a tent, including several directly on the beach. Camping at Cascade Beach is completely free and can be used on a first-come, first-serve basis.
King Edward Lake is a gorgeous body of water that is situated in the high alpine Aberdeen Plateau in the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. The lake has an elevation of 1,358 meters and is just one of many lakes that are located on the plateau. King Edward Lake is about 30 minutes drive from the city of Vernon and is an excellent place to get away from the busier lakes at the bottom of the valley.
Damer Lake is a small body of water in British Columbia that is situated high in the Okanagan Valley alpine area. The lake is located in a beautiful mountainous region that boasts a plethora of small lakes. Damer Lake is primarily used for fishing and camping and features the Damer Lake Recreation Site, which is an excellent campsite.
Oyama Lake is situated in the highland alpine of the beautiful Okanagan Valley, British Columbia. It is an 800-acre lake with a geologic history of volcanic origins. The lake has excellent fishing opportunities and is stocked with tasty rainbow trout, 15,000-30,000 per year, to be exact. Oyama Lake is very tranquil which makes it the perfect place for kayaking paddle boarding, and canoeing. There are a few hiking trails to choose from as well as 27 islands giving visitors plenty to explore
St. Ives Community Park is situated along the shores of scenic Shuswap Lake in the Canadian province of British Columbia. It is located in the small lakefront community of St. Ives and boasts a beautiful stretch of sand and pebble beach. The park is picturesque and even has a lovely little stream with crystal clear mountain water that trickles out onto the beach and then into Shuswap Lake.
Located at the far northern reaches of Shuswap Lake, British Columbia is the incredibly beautiful destination known as Silver Beach Provincial Park. The park is situated in the remote village of Seymour Arm at the original site of a historic gold rush town that was formerly named Ogden City. Silver Beach features a large public campground boasting 35 total sites, some of which are beachfront on what is perhaps the Shuswap’s most beautiful beach.
Deep into the forested hills of Enderby, British Columbia is the picture-perfect body of water known as Hidden Lake. The lake is an idyllic Okanagan getaway that features plenty of small beaches and coves with warm swimmable water. It also boasts 3 public campgrounds with a total of 46 campsites, as well as day-use spots for those coming for the day. Campsites go for a cheap $15 per night and cannot be reserved as they are secured on a first come first serve basis.
Beachcomber Bay Beach is a brand new beach access point that is situated on the outskirts of the city of Vernon, British Columbia. The park sits on the shores of Okanagan Lake just off of scenic Tronson Road heading towards Adventure Bay. It offers beachgoers a gorgeous spot to relax and enjoy the beautiful lake and mountain scenery and the peaceful lapping of the waves. The park features a small beach with a combination of sand and rock, as well as a nice park bench. There are currently no washrooms or outhouses at Beachcomber Bay Beach.
