Sechelt: Pink Salmon, Pink Skies
Overview
Small town, big time scenery. Sechelt is a laidback getaway, surrounded by mountains and water with views that inspire the many local artists. A great place to fish with kids, especially for Pink Salmon which pass by close to shore, and are also raised at nearby Chapman Hatchery.
AT A GLANCE
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REGION:Vancouver, Coast and Mountains |
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SUB REGION: Sunshine Coast |
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SPECIES:Salmon |
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SEASONS:Summer, Fall |
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CONDITIONS:The shore here is milder and warmer than many other parts of the region, although weather on the water can be unpredictable and rough. Weather varies by season and is typical for the Pacific Northwest. |
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ACCESSIBILITY:Approximately two hours from Vancouver via Ferry and Highway 101. |
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LENGTH:Half Day, Full Day |
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GUIDED:Self-Guided |
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COST: $$ |
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TOURISM: Sechelt Visitor Centre |
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SERVICES:Services and amenities are typical of a small, North American town. |
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EXPERIENCES:A popular tourism destination on the Sunshine Coast, Sechelt offers a wide range of activities including golfing, dining, shopping for local arts and crafts plus hiking, diving, kayaking. |
WEATHER AND MARINE FORECAST
STRONG WIND WARNING IN EFFECT
WEATHER
WEATHER
Sun, Aug 9
15°C
Mon, Aug 10
22°C
Tue, Aug 11
21°C
Wed, Aug 12
19°C
Thu, Aug 13
19°C
LUNAR
Current Moon Phase
Wind
Wind light becoming northerly outflow 5 to 15 knots early Monday morning then becoming southerly inflow 10 near noon Monday except southerly inflow 20 over northern sections.
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*No guarantees about the correctness of this tidal data.
