Daytripping Destination ~ the Village of Steveston

Fishing boats at the wharf at Steveston Village in Richmond BCHave you noticed the beautiful scenery in our recent photoshoots? We've shown plenty of west coast sea views, piers, beaches and cool architecture too. It may have seemed like we were working at multiple locations since we had such a wide variety of views and diverse landscapes. 

Local designer Diane Kennedy at Steveston Village and South Dyke TrailLucky for us, all of those scenic vistas were available in one adorable town with plenty of history. If you feel like daytripping; the charming seaside village of Steveston may be just the place for your next adventure. Here's a quick tour of this historic town by the sea.

 

 

Model promenades in front of fishing boats wearing an outfit by Canadian designer Diane Kennedy
This seaside fishing port offers more than meets the eye. With heritage buildings, nautical themes and walk in museums, this quaint historical venue offers plenty to do and see with shops and merchants galore to tempt you. Get comfy while relaxing on a restaurant patio and you can watch the action as fishing boats maneuver in this working harbour (you can buy fresh caught fish and seafood on the dock).

Model poses in front of a historic Steveson Cannery in an outfit by Canadian designer Diane KennedyMany historic buildings are still open here, including original fish canneries like the Gulf of Georgia. This national historic site and museum commemorates the West Coast fishing industry.

Historic Britannia Shipyards and boardwalk at Steveston Village BCBring your walking shoes to enjoy the views from the spacious boardwalk that winds from Steveston Village along the river past vintage wooden boats and heritage buildings to the shipyard docks.  Historic Britannia Shipyards and boardwalk at Steveston Village BCBritannia Heritage Shipyard is 8+ acres with an historic waterfront park that includes turn-of-the-century cannery residences, boat works, shipyard, boardwalk, with stunning views throughout.

Historic Britannia Shipyards and boardwalk at Steveston Village BCA once-thriving community of canneries, boat yards and residences, these houses date back to the 1880s and were the living and working spaces of the cannery workers.

London Wharf near Steveston BCIf you walk further east along the river you come to London Wharf.This picturesque wide pier that gave us a different perspective of the Fraser river. We enjoyed the views of the estuary and hearing bird calls in the invigorating sea air.

 South Dyke trail with views of Steveston IslandEast of the dock, we discovered piles of driftwood that had washed downriver from the winter flooding and we were treated to a display of naturally beautiful and unique debris. 

South Dyke trail with views of Steveston IslandFrom here starts the South Dyke Trail with views of Steveston Island (aka Shady Island) and the historic Cannery Channel.

South Dyke trail with views of Steveston IslandIf you come, bring your most comfy shoes and a warm windbreaker jacket. There is plenty of walking and much to see and do in this town filled with natural treasures. Thanks for coming along for the trip!

 

 


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