Blueback Beach Access 6300 Icarus Dr, Nanaimo, BC V9V 1B5

Blueback Beach Access





433 Reviews
  • Thursday6 AM–11 PM
  • Friday6 AM–11 PM
  • Saturday6 AM–11 PM
  • Sunday6 AM–11 PM
  • Monday6 AM–11 PM
  • Tuesday6 AM–11 PM
  • Wednesday6 AM–11 PM




Blueback Beach Access 6300 Icarus Dr, Nanaimo, BC V9V 1B5




About the Business

Blueback Beach Access | City of Nanaimo |

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Hours

  • Thursday6 AM–11 PM
  • Friday6 AM–11 PM
  • Saturday6 AM–11 PM
  • Sunday6 AM–11 PM
  • Monday6 AM–11 PM
  • Tuesday6 AM–11 PM
  • Wednesday6 AM–11 PM

Features

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Good for kids




Recommended Reviews

Tosha Patterson
22.10.2023
Blueback Beach Access
Hiking those steps was a workout. A really good one. Honestly, the view of the sunset from the top was great.If you are a fitness buff looking for a challenge, do it. The beach was all rocks and not necessarily worth climbing 276 steps.The steps however were in good condition. You won't slip.The sign at the top should warn that there are 276 steps to climb back up from the beach.
Brian Kates (Big B)
10.09.2023
Blueback Beach Access
I love it. It's an easy walk down the stairs. To a majestic rocky beach. This spot has a beautiful place to watch the sunset. The air is clean and crisp with that effervescent smell of the ocean and the salty air. When the tide is out; there is a Very sandy beach, soft and smooth to walk on, play on, bring the kids down and play in the sandy tide pools.And then there is the climb back up the stairs. Like a stairway to heaven climb..... well at least it is good for your heart.
Alban
21.08.2023
Blueback Beach Access
Not sure how many stairs, approximately 200+ to get down to the beach. There are rest benches every so often. Bring water if you are going. The beach is also a nice walk and a nice view.
Tammi Parsons
15.08.2023
Blueback Beach Access
Stunning expanse of Sandy Beach as far as the eye can see. Ocean breezes are always blowing here to keep you cool. Not for those with mobility issues as access is via incredibly long stairs. (100 plus) Worth the trek though just for the scenery. There is a convenience store close to one public access point where you can grab a few snacks. Washroom facilities available there. None at the beach.
Keith Li
09.08.2023
Blueback Beach Access
Fairly long flight of stairs, but great quiet beach. Amazing at low tide. Lots of sand dollars and even saw a star fish. Great sunset view
Booyaka Stubbs (ExplorewithStubbs.com)
01.08.2023
Blueback Beach Access
This place was a bit of a challenge for me personally as I have had multiple knee surgeries and going down 296 stairs only to come back up them after enjoying the beach was a bit much for my knees. Took a couple breaks coming back up just catch my breath and rest. The beach itself was great and we arrived during low tide so it was a long walk to the water. Really enjoyed taking in the views of the big open sky and the mountains. Plenty of crabs, sand dollars and starfish along the waters edge and rocks. Watched an otter eat a fish on the rocks nearby us and then went to look for more. Not overly crowded at all, great place for dog walking and kids loved it too. Highly recommended for the views, exercise and fresh air. Enjoy!!
Tere Arboleda
29.07.2023
Blueback Beach Access
Beautiful during the low tide or high tide. Its long long stairs is really great if you want a real deep exercise. A great outdoor gym. You will really sweat it out.Gorgeous views. It has a great location for parking than Invermere beach. It has a long stretch of sandbar which is great particularly during the summer. Kids would really have fun playing in the sand. And building sandcastles.If you walk farther to the right you will reach Invermere beach. Invermere beach is really great if you have dogs.I usually start my walk to Bueback beach access then go to Invermere to avoid walking up the long long stairs.Overall, they are both equally a lovely beach.
Bryanna Njegovan
24.07.2023
Blueback Beach Access
Beautiful beach! But be warned, there is a moderately steep 298 staircase to get down/back up to parking
Jodie Parkin
10.07.2023
Blueback Beach Access
If you like doing stairs, this is the beach for you! Very private, not too busy and somewhat of a hidden gem.

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6300 Icarus Dr, Nanaimo, BC V9V 1B5
Blueback Beach Access