Vernon BC Area Beaches - Cosens Bay Beach

Description:
Roughly 700 metres in length and 20 metres in width, Cosens Bay Beach is the second best beach in Vernon BC and one of the least known beaches due to poor access and promotion. Located in Kalamalka Provincial Park a couple kilometres from the nearest parking spots. The sand is a natural yellow with some round rocks in the water. Sometimes there are bears in the area but I've never heard of anyone being hurt by them. Other wild animals include deer (morning), mountain goats, ducks, geese etc.

Distance from Downtown Vernon BC:
Located 8 km south of Vernon city centre off Hwy 6.

Amenities:
Pit toilet on the south end of the beach. Bring lots of water to drink if walking since heat exposure can be an issue during summer time.

Access:
Mostly visit this long beach by boat, however some walk the 2-3 kms from Jade Bay Parking lot (one of the most beautiful views in the world ... I'm not exaggerating this fact) or walk from the Cosens Bay Parking to the east of Cosens Bay on a nice developed path. In the morning look for deer or mountain goats.

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