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Aug 14, 2025

Have you explored the map yet? Check out this destination:

Herring Bay, near Ladysmith, BC

Herring Bay is a hidden coastal area, it’s a beautiful clamshell beaches and not too big. It is worth the hunt to find it.

Must do activities are:  anchor, island hopping, relaxing with a scenic cruising, sunset, swimming.

Thank you Geoff Crocker for sharing this spot.

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