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Eight tempting little treats
Tuesday, August 20th, 2002 by GetawayBC.com
During your visit, don’t forget to take a look at these hidden gems of Oak Bay:
1. Gonzales Beach
If the mobs at Willows Beach are too much, try chilling out at Gonzales Beach. At the south tip of Foul Bay Road, Gonzales is a spectacular (and secluded) crescent-shaped sandy beach.
2. Par 3 golf
Try Henderson Pitch-and-Putt. Just off Cedar Hill Cross Road. The nine-hole Par 3 is open to the whole family and features night golfing. Rental clubs available, 370-7200.
3. Feed the seals
Enjoy local marine life at the Oak Bay Marina. Home to three (or more) chubby resident seals whose main pursuit of happiness involves gobbling the salty sea sustenance fed to them. Seal snacks are available at the Marina.
4. Willows Beach Tea Room
The Kiwanis-run Willows Beach Tea Room offers snacks, meals and beverages – right on the beach.
5. The Native Plant Garden
This botanical jewel, located at the corner of Margate and Beach Drive (across from the Oak Bay Beach Hotel), features many local plants and trees that are indigenous to Vancouver Island and the Oak Bay area. Pack a lunch and enjoy the leguminous plant selection.
6. Walbran Park
Enjoy the best view in the city. Climb Denison Road to the old, white-domed observatory and then head east to the two lookouts – 360 degrees of magnificence.
7. Uplands Park
Features seventy-five acres of pristine, undisturbed nature. Great walking paths through the woods, makes for an easy to medium walk or hike. (See “Explore the Uplands Area” on Page 15).
8. The Rose Garden
Bountiful blooms and a fragrant feast at the lush Rose Garden located in Windsor Park at Newport Avenue. A great place for a picnic amidst a surrounding of various roses.;