David Foster Harbour Pathway
David Foster Harbour Pathway
David Foster Harbour Pathway
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Rockiroads
Oshawa, Canada1,309 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
A must walk area to get anywhere and see the water, and people watching. The people watching at night was fun. Buskers, flea market type areas, people selling stuff, crazy character, good scenery of the harbor. There is a bit of everything here. At one point, it was crazy busy with people walking to and from all things night life. And watch your step out towards fthe road as bicycles were much quicker going by than cars. You must go here.
Written September 12, 2023
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Flowbleu
Bainbridge Island, WA214 contributions
Aug 2018 • Solo
The pathway is a relaxing way to walk from the inner harbor to the Fisherman’s Wharf. You have great views of the inner and outer harbor, the stunning sunset over the mountains, as well as the private houseboats docked along the waterfront. The little water taxies are entertaining to watch as they pass. One even stopped to do wheelies spinning round and round in the water. Just a relaxing place to walk and admire the views.
Written August 30, 2018
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JohnSMah
Vancouver, Canada175 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
MUST DO walk around the harbour to the Fishermans wharf. Wonderful sights, see great floating homes. See lively crafts along the way and an active harbour and floatplane terminal.
Written August 6, 2023
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GuiWong
Aurora, Canada4,737 contributions
Aug 2017 • Couples
A level walkway by the water. You can get close to see the water. Lots of benches to sit and watch the boats and ferries go by. One suggestion is to place more garbage cans and do better maintenance. Disappointing to see over flowing garbage bins and cigarette butts littering the grounds!
Written August 5, 2017
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Jim B
Grapeview, WA1,828 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
We enjoyed walking all along the harbor on this trail. It gives some great views of the harbor, boats going in and out, and cute houseboats near Fisherman's Wharf.
Written April 26, 2022
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Bkbak
Tempe, AZ1,407 contributions
Oct 2021
It's nice to have pathways, especially when they go along very picturesque areas. It's not only a nice walkway but also makes the walk to Fisherman's Wharf quite enjoyable.
Written October 23, 2021
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WRoverT
Nanaimo, Canada54 contributions
Dec 2019
If you like a good walk with great views and interesting marine traffic, this is for you, especially in the warmer months when you can buy fish and chips at the wharf!
Written December 31, 2019
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spokanenative
Spokane, WA238 contributions
Nov 2018
We had so much fun walking around here the beauty and people are fantastic. We found a little cafe just off the pathway and had a wonderful snack. We really needed more time to explore.
Written July 13, 2019
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Via_girl
Qualicum Beach, Canada2,976 contributions
Mar 2019 • Friends
Harbour views, flowers, eagles and seals, there's lots of nature to see on this pathway. Completion may take awhile, but in the mean time, enjoy the parts that are finished.
Written March 31, 2019
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PookyCake
Victoria, Canada14,505 contributions
Jan 2019 • Solo
Named after Victoria-raised musician, producer and philanthropist David Foster in 2013, the “David Foster Harbour Pathway” provides for a beautiful and scenic walk along Victoria’s inner harbour waterway all the way to Fisherman’s Wharf. Once completed, the pathway will extend just over 5 kilometers from Rock Bay to Ogden Point, making it one of the longest continuous pedestrian walkways in North America. As of late 2018 construction has started for the walkway’s extension under the new Johnson Street Bridge and, as of January 2019, parts of the pathway are undergoing renovation for general maintenance and to improve pedestrian access.
Looking at the Pathway from a bigger picture perspective, it functions as much more than just a scenic walkway; it is, rather, an experience – one that introduces and connects you to some of the very best that Victoria has to offer. Through it, you can see, feel and touch the city’s multicultural heritage while concomitantly enjoying the natural beauty of place as exemplified by the adjacent ocean. For instance, as you amble along the nicely maintained path, you can partake in, and learn about, First Peoples history and culture; Victoria’s development from colony to bustling city (Bastion Square, Government Street); our international friendships (Friendship Bell at Centennial Park near Laurel Point); and the overall importance of, and our connection with, the water. There are numerous fine shops and restaurants along the path, too. The David Foster Pathway, then, spurs both economic and cultural development in a fine and fair way.
I like the concept of the pathway because, while it seems like just another scenic walk, it is, in fact, so much more as outlined above. In an era and age where most of us tend to sit in front of our computers or play on our phones, this beautiful walkway encourages us to explore more of the “real” world and gain a deeper understanding in the process.
PS: One of the exit/entry points of the pathway brings you right by the Coast Hotel. If, after walking for an extended time, you find yourself getting a little peckish, the Blue Crab Seafood House -- featuring some of the best eats in Victoria -- is inside. Highly recommended eating!
Looking at the Pathway from a bigger picture perspective, it functions as much more than just a scenic walkway; it is, rather, an experience – one that introduces and connects you to some of the very best that Victoria has to offer. Through it, you can see, feel and touch the city’s multicultural heritage while concomitantly enjoying the natural beauty of place as exemplified by the adjacent ocean. For instance, as you amble along the nicely maintained path, you can partake in, and learn about, First Peoples history and culture; Victoria’s development from colony to bustling city (Bastion Square, Government Street); our international friendships (Friendship Bell at Centennial Park near Laurel Point); and the overall importance of, and our connection with, the water. There are numerous fine shops and restaurants along the path, too. The David Foster Pathway, then, spurs both economic and cultural development in a fine and fair way.
I like the concept of the pathway because, while it seems like just another scenic walk, it is, in fact, so much more as outlined above. In an era and age where most of us tend to sit in front of our computers or play on our phones, this beautiful walkway encourages us to explore more of the “real” world and gain a deeper understanding in the process.
PS: One of the exit/entry points of the pathway brings you right by the Coast Hotel. If, after walking for an extended time, you find yourself getting a little peckish, the Blue Crab Seafood House -- featuring some of the best eats in Victoria -- is inside. Highly recommended eating!
Written January 12, 2019
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