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A detailed collection of historical seismic records associated with the geography of this British Columbia park.

Recorded Earthquake History and Seismic Data for Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park

This historical catalogue provides a structured overview of recorded earthquake events associated with the location of Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park. Users can examine event dates, magnitudes, depths, and epicentre distances to better understand the seismic context of this coastal region in British Columbia. All records represent historical data aggregated by proximity to the park boundaries rather than predictions or assessments of regional seismic hazards.

A stylized digital illustration of a sandy beach bordered by a coniferous forest, with driftwood in the foreground and mountains in the distance.

A long sandy beach, old-growth Douglas fir forest, and one of British Columbia's busiest coastal campgrounds on the eastern shore of Vancouver Island.

Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park

Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park is a 347-hectare protected coastal park in Parksville, on the east coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. It is known above all for a roughly two-kilometre stretch of fine sandy beach facing the Strait of Georgia, which at low tide extends almost a kilometre seaward. Inland from the beach, the park preserves a stand of old-growth Douglas fir trees, a rare feature along this heavily developed stretch of coast. The park combines a classic Pacific shore setting with surprisingly mature forest, and supports both day use and one of the province's most popular campgrounds. Managed by BC Parks, Rathtrevor Beach is a magnet for families, beach walkers, and birdwatchers, and is widely regarded as a defining natural landmark of the Parksville Qualicum region. Its combination of accessibility, beachfront scenery, and old-growth forest gives it an importance well beyond its modest size.

Location
Canada
Park type
State or regional park
Established
1967
Area
3.5 km²
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Investigate earthquakes near Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park

Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park’s earthquake view relates reported epicentres to its east Vancouver Island boundary by calculated distance, without assigning seismic meaning to the sandy shore, coastal forest, or Strait waters. Dates, magnitudes, depths, localities, sources, and park distances support historical comparison without claiming ecological effects, present hazard, or future activity.

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Explore beyond Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park

Rathtrevor Beach Provincial Park's earthquake page sits beside a two-kilometre beach, coastal forest, and sheltered Strait of Georgia setting. Other destinations appear to extend discovery, not because they share a beach, British Columbia designation, coastal geology, seismic conditions, nearby location, hazard level, recreation profile, or equal documentation.
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State or regional parkBritish Columbia
8.6 km away#1 closest

Southwest

Englishman River Falls Provincial Park: Regional Geography and Protected Area Overview

Vancouver Island river canyon and coastal forest terrain

Englishman River Falls Provincial Park protects a concentrated area of canyon scenery and old-growth forest on the eastern side of Vancouver Island. The landscape is characterized by the dramatic steps of the Englishman River, deep plunge pools, and mature cedar and hemlock stands. This geography provides an essential look at the coastal rainforest ecosystems and river-fed topography that define the recreational corridors of British Columbia.

Area
0.97 km²
IUCN
II
Relief
Upland
Access
Easy access
Watercolor painting of a tranquil body of water with gentle hills in the background and a cluster of trees on the right shore.
State or regional parkBritish Columbia
18 km away#2 closest

North

Jedediah Island Marine Provincial Park: Coastal Terrain and Regional Protected Area Map

Mapping island boundaries and sheltered maritime ecosystems

Jedediah Island Marine Provincial Park offers a unique study in coastal geography, featuring a complex shoreline of pebble beaches and indented bays. Located within the Strait of Georgia, the park serves as a protected landmass that blends maritime forest ecosystems with open water corridors. Its boat-only access ensures the landscape remains a quiet, preserved example of Gulf Islands terrain.

Area
6.03 km²
Established
1995
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
A soft watercolor illustration depicting a winding river flowing through a lush green valley with coniferous forests on the hillsides and mountains in the background.
State or regional parkBritish Columbia
19 km away#3 closest

West

Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park: Regional Protected Landscape and Atlas Geography

River canyon and mountain lake habitat in British Columbia

Explore the structured geography of Little Qualicum Falls Provincial Park, a protected area characterized by its sequence of dramatic river cascades and old-growth Douglas Fir stands. This entry maps the park's key natural features, including the Cameron Lake shoreline and the rugged canyon terrain of the Little Qualicum River.

Area
4.4 km²
Established
1940
IUCN
II
Relief
Mountain
A horizontal watercolor illustration featuring a wooden boardwalk winding through a calm, light-filled landscape with soft green trees, grassy foreground, and rolling hills in the distance.
State or regional parkBritish Columbia
About 28 km away#4 closest

West

MacMillan Provincial Park: Mapped Geography and Protected Forest Landscapes

Vancouver Island, British Columbia

Examine the mapped footprint of MacMillan Provincial Park, home to iconic old-growth Douglas fir trees and the Cameron River delta. This protected area serves as a biogeoclimatic transition zone, showcasing the rich, moisture-retentive coastal forest environment that defines this specific section of Vancouver Island.

Area
3.01 km²
Established
1947
IUCN
III
Visitors
543.7K annual
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State or regional parkBritish Columbia
About 30 km away#5 closest

Southeast

Petroglyph Provincial Park: Protected Indigenous Heritage and Coastal Geography

Cultural landscape and bedrock carvings in British Columbia

Petroglyph Provincial Park preserves a remarkable concentration of ancient carvings etched into the sandstone bedrock of the Nanaimo River estuary. This protected area on Vancouver Island provides a rare look at how Indigenous traditions integrated with powerful natural features, offering a unique geographic context for studying historical rock art in the Pacific Northwest.

Area
0.02 km²
Established
1948
IUCN
III
Relief
Lowland
State or regional parkBritish Columbia
About 35 km away#6 closest

West

Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park: Mapped Protected Landscapes and Cave Networks

Vancouver Island protected area and karst geography

Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park protects a distinct array of limestone cave systems, including Main, Riverbend, and Euclataws caves. The area bridges underground geological formations with surface-level river recreation along the Qualicum River, providing a comprehensive look at the karst and forested terrain of central-eastern Vancouver Island.

Area
1.58 km²
Established
1971
IUCN
II
Relief
Upland
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State or regional parkBritish Columbia
37 km away#7 closest

Southeast

Morden Colliery Historic Provincial Park: Heritage Infrastructure and Regional Coal Mining History

Industrial landscape and historic rail corridor in British Columbia

Located near Nanaimo, this heritage site preserves the substantial concrete remains of the Morden Colliery. The park serves as a physical archive of southern Vancouver Island industrial life, contrasting engineering landmarks with local forest environments and interpretive trails along former coal railway alignments.

Area
0.04 km²
Established
1972
Relief
Lowland
Scope
Terrestrial
State or regional parkBritish Columbia
About 58 km away#8 closest

East

Plumper Cove Marine Provincial Park: Protected Marine Geography and Coastal Landscapes in Howe Sound

Exploring the forested trails and sheltered marine anchorages of Keats Island.

Plumper Cove Marine Provincial Park represents a vital protected landscape on the coast of British Columbia, defined by its blend of upland coastal forest and intimate, boat-accessed marine anchorages. This geography-focused profile traces the park's terrain, including its rocky shorelines, forest-covered bluffs, and the trail networks that connect visitors to the broader Howe Sound maritime environment.

Area
0.66 km²
Established
1960
IUCN
II
Relief
Upland
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