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Richmond Dyke & Terra Nova

49.16773 , -123.20024

Canada

The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the saltmarsh. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park, a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston.

At Terra Nova the Middle Arm of the Fraser River flows into the Salish Sea, forming a tidal estuary where shorebirds, grebes and waterfowl may be seen according to the season. Similarly at Garry Point at the south end of the Dyke, the South Arm of the Fraser River flows into the Salish Sea (named for the indigenous Salish people, the traditional owners of the area).

Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver, with over 200 species recorded. In winter waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk, Merlin and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur. Marsh birds such as Red-winged Blackbird and Marsh Wren are resident, Common Yellowthroat and Savannah Sparrow summer visitors.

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Coordinates were changed by Stephen Matthews : 49.1677/-123.2002 (2023-07-30 04:19:12 )

Coordinates were changed by Stephen Matthews : 49.1172/-123.3048 (2022-08-24 19:41:46 )

Coordinates were changed by Stephen Matthews : 49.1172/-123.3048 (2022-08-22 05:52:27 )

Coordinates were changed by Stephen Matthews : 49.1172/-123.3048 (2022-08-21 06:00:47 )

Coordinates were changed by Stephen Matthews : 49.1172/-123.3048 (2022-08-21 05:40:05 )

Coordinates were changed by Stephen Matthews : 49.1172/-123.3048 (2022-08-21 05:27:39 )

Coordinates were changed by Stephen Matthews : 49.1172/-123.3048 (2022-08-21 05:16:51 )

Coordinates were changed by Stephen Matthews : 49.1172/-123.3048 (2022-08-21 05:01:07 )

Coordinates were changed by Stephen Matthews : 49.1172/-123.3048 (2022-08-21 04:40:48 )

Coordinates were set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) : 49.1501/-123.1955 (2021-05-12 19:40:11 )

Site name was set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) as "Richmond Dyke & Terra Nova" (2021-05-12 19:40:11 )

Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2023-08-08 09:27:05
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the saltmarsh. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park, a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. At Terra Nova the Middle Arm of the Fraser River meets flows into the Salish Sea, forming a tidal estuary where shorebirds, grebes and waterfowl may be seen according to the season. Similarly at Garry Point at the south end of the Dyke, the South Arm of the Fraser River flows into the Salish Sea (named for the indigenous Salish people, the traditional owners of the area). Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver, with over 200 species recorded. In winter waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk, Merlin and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur. Marsh birds such as Red-winged Blackbird and Marsh Wren are resident, Common Yellowthroat and Savannah Sparrow summer visitors.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2023-07-25 04:19:53
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the marshes.saltmarsh. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park, a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. At Terra Nova the Middle Arm of the Fraser River meets the Salish Sea, forming a tidal estuary where shorebirds, grebes and waterfowl may be seen according to the season. Similarly at Garry Point at the south end of the Dyke, the South Arm of the Fraser River flows into the Salish Sea (named for the indigenous Salish people, the traditional owners of the area). Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver, with over 200 species recorded. In winter waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk, Merlin and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur. Marsh birds such as Red-winged Blackbird and Marsh Wren are resident, Common Yellowthroat and Savannah Sparrow summer visitors.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2023-05-30 13:45:26
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park, a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. At Terra Nova the Middle Arm of the Fraser River meets the Salish Sea, forming a tidal estuary where shorebirds, grebes and waterfowl may be seen according to the season. Similarly at Garry Point at the south end of the Dyke, the South Arm of the Fraser River flows into the Salish Sea (named for the indigenous Salish people, the traditional owners of the area). Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver, with over 200 species recorded. In winter waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk, Merlin and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur. Marsh birds such as Red-winged Blackbird, Blackbird and Marsh Wren and are resident, Common Yellowthroat are resident.and Savannah Sparrow summer visitors.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2023-05-30 13:40:17
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park, a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. At Terra Nova the Middle Arm of the Fraser River meets the Salish Sea, forming a tidal estuary where shorebirds, grebes and waterfowl may be seen according to the season. Similarly at Garry Point at the south end of the Dyke, the South Arm of the Fraser River flows into the Salish Sea (named for the indigenous Salish people who are people, the traditional onwers owners of the area). Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver, with over 200 species recorded. In winter waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk, Merlin and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur. Marsh birds such as Red-winged Blackbird, Marsh Wren and Common Yellowthroat are resident.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-24 20:02:04
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park, a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. At Terra Nova the Middle Arm of the Fraser River meets the Salish Sea, forming a tidal estuary where shorebirds, grebes and waterfowl may be seen according to the season. Similarly at Garry Point at the south end of the Dyke, the South Arm of the Fraser River flows into the Salish Sea. Sea (named for the indigenous Salish people who are the traditional onwers of the area). Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver, with over 200 species recorded. In winter waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk, Merlin and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur. Marsh birds such as Red-winged Blackbird, Marsh Wren and Common Yellowthroat are resident.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-24 19:41:46
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park, a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. At Terra Nova the Middle Arm of the Fraser River meets the Georgia Strait, Salish Sea, forming a tidal estuary where shorebirds, grebes and waterfowl may be seen according to the season. season. Similarly at Garry Point at the south end of the Dyke, the South Arm of the Fraser River flows into the Salish Sea. Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver, with over 200 species recorded. In winter waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk, Merlin and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur. Marsh birds such as Red-winged Blackbird, Marsh Wren and Common Yellowthroat are resident.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-22 06:01:21
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park, a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. At Terra Nova the Middle Arm of the Fraser River meets the Georgia Strait, forming a tidal estuary where shorebirds, grebes and waterfowl may be seen according to the season. Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver, with over 200 species recorded. In winter waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk Hawk, Merlin and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur. Marsh birds such as Red-winged Blackbird, Marsh Wren and Common Yellowthroat are resident.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-22 05:52:27
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park, a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. At Terra Nova the Middle Arm of the Fraser River meets the Georgia Strait, forming a tidal estuary where shorebirds, grebes and waterfowl may be seen. seen according to the season. Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver, with over 200 species recorded. In winter waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur.  Marsh birds such as Marsh Wren, Red-winged Blackbird Blackbird, Marsh Wren and Common Yellowthroat are resident.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 06:00:47
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park, a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. At Terra Nova the Middle Arm of the Fraser River meets the Georgia Strait, forming a tidal estuary where shorebirds, grebes and waterfowl may be seen. Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver, with over 200 species recorded. In winter waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur.  Marsh birds such as Marsh Wren, Red-winged Blackbird and Common Yellowthroat are resident.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:40:05
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park. This is Park, a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. At Terra Nova the Middle Arm of the Fraser River meets the Georgia Strait. Strait, forming a tidal estuary where shorebirds, grebes and waterfowl may be seen. Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver, with over 200 species recorded. In winter waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur.  Marsh birds such as Marsh Wren, Red-winged Blackbird and Yellowthroat are resident.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:27:39
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park. This is a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. At Terra Nova the Middle Arm of the Fraser River meets the Georgia Strait. Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver, with over 200 species recorded. In winter waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur.  Marsh birds such as Marsh Wren, Red-winged Blackbird and Yellowthroat are resident.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:22:31
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park. This is a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver, with over 200 species recorded. In winter waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur.    Marsh birds such as Marsh Wren, Red-winged Blackbird and Yellowthroat are resident.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:17:35
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park. This is a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver.Vancouver, with over 200 species recorded. In winter waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier, Cooper's Hawk and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur.  
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:16:51
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, extending for some 6km and providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park. This is a former residential area which has reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver. In winter waterfowl, waterfowl use the marshes, which are one of the best locations in the area to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier Harrier, Cooper's Hawk and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur.  
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:01:07
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consists of an extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, exteing extending for some 6km and providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park. This is a former residential area which has revrted reverted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver. In winter waterfowl, one of the best locations to view Snow Geese. Raptors such as Northern Harrier and Bald Eagle are resident, and several species of owl occur.  
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 04:57:41
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consits consists of an etensive extensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, exteing for some 6km and providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park. This is a former residential area which has revrted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 04:40:48
The western edge of Lulu Island, on which the city of Richmond stands, consits of an etensive salt marsh. A dyke runs continuously from north to south, providing views of the marshes. At each end of the dyke is a park. At the north end is Terra Nova Rural Park. This is a former residential area which has revrted to wooded parkland with a slough running through it. At the south end is Garry Point Park in Steveston. Easily accessed from several points in Richmond, this area is one of the most productive birding sites in Greater Vancouver.

  • Top species

List up to ca. 25 species that:
• have a limited distribution range and/or are rare on a global level
• are most sought-after by birdwatchers at this site
• and are relatively easy to see at this site (year-round or seasonally)

Snow Goose (Anser caerulescens)
Trumpeter Swan (Cygnus buccinator)
Hooded Merganser (Lophodytes cucullatus)
Northern Harrier (Circus hudsonius)
Merlin (Falco columbarius)
Marsh Wren (Cistothorus palustris)
Savannah Sparrow (Passerculus sandwichensis)
Common Yellowthroat (Geothlypis trichas)

Trumpeter Swan (Cygnus buccinator) was added by Stephen Matthews (2022-08-24 19:32:46)

Hooded Merganser (Lophodytes cucullatus) was added by Stephen Matthews (2022-08-21 05:59:30)

Savannah Sparrow (Passerculus sandwichensis) was added by Stephen Matthews (2022-08-21 05:22:54)

Common Yellowthroat (Geothlypis trichas) was added by Stephen Matthews (2022-08-21 05:20:39)

Merlin (Falco columbarius) was added by Stephen Matthews (2022-08-21 05:20:13)

Marsh Wren (Cistothorus palustris) was added by Stephen Matthews (2022-08-21 05:15:52)

Northern Harrier (Circus hudsonius) was added by Stephen Matthews (2022-08-21 05:15:34)

Snow Goose (Anser caerulescens) was added by Stephen Matthews (2022-08-21 05:15:16)

  • Timing and strategy

The area is rich in bird life at all seasons, but waterfowl are more numerous and diverse in winter. 

The main dyke runs north-south for some 5.5km and allows cycling as well as walking. One can walk all or part of the dyke beginning at Terra Nova or Garry Point Park, or various segments in between. 

In general the salt marsh itself is not accessible, so birds may be distant. However, apart from the main dyke, a footpath (beginning at the west end of Westminster Highway) follows the edge of the salt marsh, giving closer access to a section of the marshes. In addition a network of well-marked trails criss-crosses Terra Nova Rural Park.

Give recommendations for making your visit as productive as possible.
This may include for instance:
• best season
• best time of the day
• how much time to spend at the site
• best means of locomotion within the site
• recommended routes / areas within the site
• guiding

Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2023-08-08 09:25
The area is rich in bird life at all seasons, but waterfowl are more numerous and diverse in winter.  The main dyke runs north-south for some 6km 5.5km and allows cycling as well as walking. One can walk all or part of the dyke beginning at Terra Nova or Garry Point Park, or various segments in between.  In general the salt marsh itself is not accessible, so birds may be distant. However, apart from the main dyke, a footpath (beginning at the west end of Westminster Highway) follows the edge of the salt marsh, giving closer access to a section of the marshes. In addition a network of well-marked trails criss-crosses Terra Nova Rural Park.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2023-07-25 04:21
The area is rich in bird life at all seasons, but waterfowl are more numerous and diverse in winter.  The main dyke (shown as a dotted blue line on the map) runs north-south for some 6km and allows cycling as well as walking. One can walk all or part of the dyke beginning at Terra Nova or Garry Point Park, or various points segments in between.  In general the salt marsh itself is not accessible, so birds may be distant. However, apart from the main dyke, a footpath (beginning at the west end of Westminster Highway) follows the edge of the salt marsh, giving closer access to a section of the marshes. In addition a network of well-marked trails criss-crosses Terra Nova Rural Park.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-22 05:58
The area is rich in bird life at all seasons, but waterfowl are more numerous and diverse in winter.  The main dyke (shown as a dotted blue line on the map) extends runs north-south for some 6km and allows cycling as well as walking. One can walk all or part of the dyke beginning at Terra Nova or Garry Point Park, or various points in between.  In general the salt marsh itself is not accessible, so birds may be distant. However, apart from the main dyke, a footpath (beginning at the west end of Westminster Highway) follows the edge of the salt marsh, giving closer access to a section of the marshes. In addition a network of well-marked trails criss-crosses Terra Nova Rural Park.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:44
The main dyke (shown as a dotted blue line on the map) extends for some 6km and allows cycling as well as walking. One can walk all or part of the dyke beginning at Terra Nova or Garry Point Park, or various poits points in between.  In general the salt marsh itself is not accessible, so birds may be distant. However, apart from the main dyke, a footpath (beginning at the west end of Westminster Highway) follows the edge of the salt marsh, giving closer access to a section of the marshes. In addition a network of well-marked short trails criss-crosses Terra Nova Rural Park.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:42
The main dyke (shown as a dotted blue like in line on the map) extends for some 6km and allows cycling as well as walking. walking. One can walk all or part of the dyke beginning at Terra Nova or Garry Point Park, or various poits in between.  In general the salt marsh itself is not accessible, so birds may be distant. However, apart from the main dyke, a footpath (begining (beginning at the west end of Westminster Highway) follows the edge of the salt marsh, giving closer access to a section of the marshes.  marshes. In addition a network of well-marked short trails criss-crosses Terra Nova Rural Park.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:29
The main dyke (shown as dotted blue like in the map) allows cycling. Apart cycling as well as walking. In general the salt marsh itself is not accessible, so birds may be distant. However, apart from the main dyke, a footpath (begining at the west end of Westminster Highway) follows the edge of the salt marsh, giving closer access to a section of the marshes.  In addition a network of well-marked short trails criss-crosses Terra Nova Rural Park.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 04:54
The main dyke (shown as dotted blue like in the map) allows cycling. Apart from the main dyke, a footpath (begining at the west end of Westminster Highway) follows the edge of the salt marsh, giving closer access to a section of the marshes.  In addition a network of well-marked short trails criss-crosses Terra Nova Rural Park.
  • How to get there

The site happens to be very close to Vancouver International Airport, making it (along with Iona Island) readily accessible during a brief stopover in the city. If staying at the airport or in nearby Richmond, it could easily be visited by bus or taxi.

By car or bicycle, the site is easily accessed by travelling west along River Road, Westminster Highway or Chatham Avenue. Garry Point Park at the southern end of the dyke can be reached by taking a bus such as no 406 or 407 to Steveston.

Explain from where and how to get to this site with private and public transport.

Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2023-08-08 09:14
The site happens to be very close to Vancouver International Airport, making it (along with Iona Island) readily accessible during a brief stopover in the city. If staying at the airport or in nearby Richmond, it could easily be visited by bus or taxi. By car or bicycle, the site is easily accessed by travelling west along River Road, Westminster Highway or Chatham Avenue. Garry Point Park at the southern end of the dyke can be reached by taking a bus such as no 406 or 407 to Steveston.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2023-05-30 13:42
The site happens to be very close to Vancouver International Airport, making it (along with Iona Island) readily accessible during a brief stopover in the city. If staying at the airport or in nearby Richmond, it could easily be visited by bus or taxi. By car or bicycle, the site is easily accessed by travelling west along River Road, Westminster Highway or Chatham Avenue. Garry Point Park at the southern end of the dyke can be reached by taking a bus to Steveston.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-22 06:03
The site happens to be very close to Vancouver International Airport, making it (along with Iona Island) readily accessible during a brief stopover in the city. If staying at the airport or in nearby Richmond, it could easily be visited by taxi. By car or bicycle, the site is easily accessed by travelling west along River Road, Westminster Highway or Chatham Avenue. Garry Point Park at the southern end of the dyke can be reached by taking a bus to Steveston.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-22 06:02
The site happens to be very close to Vancouver International Airport, making it (along with Iona Island) readily accessible during a brief stopover in the city. If staying at the airport or in nearby Richmond, it could easily be visited by taxi. By car or bicycle, the site is easily accessed by travelling west along River Road, Westminster Highway or Chatham Avenue.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:51
The site happens to be very close to Vancouver International Airport, making it (along with Iona Island) accessible for during a brief stopover in the city. If staying at the airport or in nearby Richmond, it could easily be visited by taxi. By car or bicycle, the site is easily accessed by travelling west along River Road, Westminster Highway or Chatham Avenue.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:49
The site happens to be very close to Vancouver International Airport, making it (along with Iona Island) accessible for a brief stopover in the city. If staying at the airport or in nearby Richmond, it could easily be visited by taxi. By car or bicycle, the site is easily accessed by travelling west along River Road, Westminster Highway or Chatham Avenue.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:46
The site happens to be very close to Vancouver International Airport, making it (along with Iona Island) accessible for a brief stopover in the city.

There are numerous access points to Terra Nova Rural Park and to the West Dyke, including:

- At the west end of River Road (parking available: see map)

- At the west end of Westminster Highway (parking available: see map)

- At the west end of Blundell, Williams and Francis Roads in Richmond

- At the west end of Chatham Avenue in Steveston (limited parking available at Garry Point Park: see map)

Provide information on how to enter this site, which may include:
• entry points
• entry permits / entry tickets and fees
• opening hours / opening season
• other restrictions

Note that this section should only contain information on how to ACCESS (= enter) a site. Info on how to REACH a site should be added to "How to get there" section.

Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-22 06:04
There are numerous access points to Terra Nova Rural Park and to the West Dyke, including: - At the west end of River Road (parking available: see map) - At the west end of Westminster Highway (parking available: see map) - At the west end of Blundell, Williams and Francis Roads in Richmond - At the west end of Chatham Avenue in Steveston (parking (limited parking available at Garry Point Park: see map)
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:23
There are numerous access points to Terra Nova Rural Park and to the West Dyke: Dyke, including: - At the west end of River Road (parking available: see map) - At the west end of Westminster Road Highway (parking available: see map) - At the west end of Blundell, Williams and Francis Roads in Richmond - At the west end of Chatham Avenue in Steveston (parking available at Garry Point Park: see map)
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 04:46
There are numerous access points to Terra Nova Rural Park and to the West Dyke: - At the west end of River Road (parking available: see map) - At the west end of Westminster Road (parking available: see map) - At the west end of Blundell, Williams and Francis Roads in Richmond - At the west end of Chatham Avenue in Steveston (parking available at Garry Point Park: see map)
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Coyotes are common in the area (signs warn visitors not to interact with them).

In summer the marsh is a paradise for dragonflies and damselflies. In particular, the ponds along the footpath beginning at the west end of Westminster Highway host several species including the Western Pondhawk and Eight-spotted Skimmer.

The walk along the dyke is pleasant with open views. Terra Nova Rural Park contains a popular children's playground.

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• wildlife (apart from birds)
• sights (natural, cultural, archaeological, etc.)
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Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:52
Coyotes are common in the area. Signs area (signs warn vistors visitors not to interact with them. them). In summer the marsh is a paradise for draginglies dragonflies and damsleflies.damselflies. In particular, the ponds along the footpath beginning at the west end of Westminster Highway host several species including the Western Pondhawk and Eight-spotted Skimmer. The walk along the dyke is pleasant with open views. Terra Nova Rural Park contains a popular children's playground.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:43
Coyotes are common in the area. area. Signs warn vistors not to interact with them. In summer the marsh is a paradise for draginglies and damsleflies. In particular, the ponds along the footpath beginning at the west end of Westminster Highway host several species including the Western Pondhawk and Eight-spotted Skimmer. The walk along the dyke is pleasant with open views. Terra Nova Rural Park contains a popular children's playground.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:08
Coyotes are common in the area. In summer the marsh is a paradise for draginglies and damsleflies. In particular, the ponds along the footpath beginning at the west end of Westminster Highway host several species including the Western Pondhawk and Eight-spotted Skimmer. The walk along the dyke is pleasant with open views. Terra Nova Rural Park contains a popular children's playground.

At the south end of the dyke, Steveston offers several seafood restaurants and cafes, the closest being a Japanese and a Mexican restaurant on Chatham Avenue near Garry Point Park. The nearby city of Richmond has a wealth of authentic Chinese and other Asian restaurants.

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or near this site, including:
• information centers / information points
• catering
• accommodation
• hides and watchtowers
• restrooms / toilets

Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-24 19:35
At the south end of the dyke, Steveston offers several seafood restaurants and cafes. On cafes, the closest being a Japanese and a Mexican restaurant on Chatham Avenue near Garry Point Park are a Japanese and a Mexican restaurant. Park. The nearby city of Richmond has a wealth of authentic Chinese and other Asian restaurants.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:56
At the south end of the dyke, Steveston offers several seafood restaurants and cafes. On Chatham Avenue near Garry Point Park are a Japanese and a Mexican restaurant. restaurant. The nearby city of Richmond has a wealth of Chinese and other Asian restaurants.
Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:10
At the south end of the dyke, Steveston offers several seafood restaurants and cafes. On Chatham Avenue near Garry Point Park are a Japanese and a Mexican restaurant.

The site is very safe. Although popular with visitors, the length of the dyke means that it is rarely crowded. There is some noise pollution from aircraft around Terra Nova Park.

Are there any security issues or other annoyances at this site? For
instance, these may include:
• offenses like robbery or theft
• natural hazards
• dangerous or annoying animals or plants (mosquitoes, leaches, thorn bushes, etc.)
• noise pollution

Edited by Stephen Matthews on 2022-08-21 05:54
The site is very safe. Although popular with visitors, the length of the dyke means that it is rarely crowded. There is some noise pollution from aircraft around Terra Nova Park.
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