beginner
Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
McDonald Beach
McDonald Beach in Richmond near Vancouver offers protected saltwater swimming in the Fraser River estuary with sandy beach and calm conditions. The sheltered, warm summer waters suit beginner to intermediate swimmers seeking accessible ocean swimming near the city. Check tide tables before visiting as tidal ranges significantly affect swimming depth and current conditions.
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Details
- Location
- Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
- Type
- ocean
- Difficulty
- beginner
- Coordinates
- 49.2138, -123.1691