Blackie Spit Map – Map of Surrey

Blackie Spit is a protected natural area located in South Surrey near Crescent Beach, celebrated for its diverse birdlife, scenic walking trails, and stunning views of Boundary Bay. It is one of the region’s top birdwatching sites, especially during migration seasons when thousands of shorebirds rest and feed along the tidal flats. The park’s mix of salt marsh, sandbars, and coastal vegetation makes it an important ecological habitat and an educational site for nature enthusiasts.

Visitors can enjoy well-maintained trails, picnic areas, and interpretive signage that explains the site’s natural significance. Blackie Spit stands as a model of conservation within a rapidly developing region, offering both recreation and environmental stewardship in harmony.

Location: 49.0609498, -122.8798987

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– Description: Blackie Spit, named for Walter Blackie, New Westminster’s first blacksmith, purchased the land in the 1870s. Officially adopted in 1936; earlier maps show “Blackies Spit.” Possible earlier name “Too Wahk Point.”
– Name: Blackie Spit
– name:source: https://apps.gov.bc.ca/pub/bcgnws/names/5663.html
– Natural Feature: Beach

Neighbourhood	Region	Key Features	Nearby Landmarks	Public Transit
Aloha Estates	Cloverdale	Modern family-oriented neighbourhood with new housing, local parks, and quiet residential streets.	Cloverdale town centre, local schools, neighbourhood parks.	Local bus routes connecting to Cloverdale and Langley.
Anderson Walk	Cloverdale / Clayton	Growing residential community with townhomes, family housing, and walkable streets.	Neighbourhood parks, Cloverdale Athletic Park, local shopping plazas.	Bus connections to Surrey Central, Cloverdale, and Clayton Heights.
Anniedale	North Surrey	Semi-rural area transitioning to mixed residential and commercial development.	Highway 1 corridor, Port Kells industrial area, local green spaces.	Regional bus routes along nearby highway and arterial roads.
Birdland	Guildford	Established neighbourhood with mature trees, single-family homes, and quiet local streets.	Guildford Town Centre, local schools, neighbourhood parks.	Bus routes to Guildford Exchange and Surrey Central Station.
Bridgeview	North Surrey / Whalley	Riverside community with a mix of residential, industrial, and commercial uses.	Fraser River waterfront, Pattullo Bridge, Scott Road Station area.	Bus services and nearby Scott Road SkyTrain Station.
Brownsville	North Surrey / Whalley	Historic riverfront area with older homes, industry, and redevelopment potential.	Fraser River shoreline, Pattullo Bridge, New Westminster waterfront.	Bus routes with connections to Scott Road and Surrey Central stations.
Clayton Heights	Clayton / Cloverdale	Dense, walkable suburb with townhomes, shops, schools, and community parks.	Clayton Community Centre, local retail villages, neighbourhood parks.	Frequent bus routes toward Surrey Central and Langley.
Cloverdale	Cloverdale	Historic town centre with heritage buildings, events, and family neighbourhoods.	Cloverdale Fairgrounds, Cloverdale Rodeo site, Museum of Surrey (Cloverdale location).	Cloverdale bus hub with routes to Surrey Central, Langley, and South Surrey.
Colebrook	Newton / Rural Surrey	Semi-rural area with farmland, larger lots, and a quiet country setting.	Serpentine River, Colebrook parklands, Panorama Ridge area.	Local and regional bus routes along nearby arterial roads.
Crescent Beach	South Surrey	Seaside village with sandy beach, waterfront homes, and a relaxed coastal atmosphere.	Crescent Beach promenade, Blackie Spit Park, Boundary Bay waterfront.	Bus connections to Ocean Park, White Rock, and Surrey Central.
Crescent Heights	South Surrey	Leafy residential area with character homes, ocean views, and quiet streets.	Crescent Beach, Ocean Park Village, local schools and parks.	Neighbourhood bus routes linking to South Surrey and White Rock.
Douglas	South Surrey	Border-side community near Peace Arch with a mix of housing and parkland.	Peace Arch Park, Douglas border crossing, White Rock waterfront.	Regional bus routes toward White Rock, South Surrey Park and Ride, and Surrey Central.
Elgin	South Surrey	Prestigious residential area with large lots, estate homes, and mature trees.	Crescent Park, Nicomekl River, nearby top-rated schools.	Bus routes along major corridors connecting to South Surrey exchanges.
Fleetwood	Fleetwood	Central, family-focused suburb with parks, schools, and community facilities.	Fleetwood Community Centre, future SkyTrain corridor, local shopping plazas.	Frequent bus service and planned SkyTrain stations along Fraser Highway.
Fraser Heights	North Surrey / Guildford	Upscale residential area with large homes, quiet streets, and views over the Fraser Valley.	Fraser River, Highway 1 corridor, local parks and schools.	Bus routes to Guildford, Surrey Central, and neighbouring cities via Highway 1.
Grandview	South Surrey	Modern, amenity-rich community with shopping districts and new housing.	Grandview Corners, Morgan Crossing, Grandview Heights Aquatic Centre.	Bus services to South Surrey Park and Ride and White Rock.
Guildford	Guildford	Major commercial hub with a large mall, apartments, and surrounding family neighbourhoods.	Guildford Town Centre, Guildford Recreation Centre, Green Timbers Urban Forest.	Guildford Exchange with multiple bus routes to SkyTrain and nearby cities.
Hazelmere	South Surrey / Rural	Rural-suburban district with farmland, acreages, and golf course landscapes.	Hazelmere Golf Course, Campbell Valley regional area, U.S. border corridor.	Regional bus routes along nearby highways and arterial roads.
Johnston Heights	Guildford	School-centred neighbourhood with family housing and strong community ties.	Johnston Heights Secondary, Guildford Town Centre, nearby parks.	Bus routes linking to Guildford Exchange and Surrey Central.
Morgan Creek	South Surrey	Upscale golf course community with luxury homes and manicured streets.	Morgan Creek Golf Club, Grandview Corners, Highway 99 corridor.	Bus connections to Grandview, South Surrey Park and Ride, and White Rock.
Mud Bay	Southwest Surrey	Coastal wetlands, wildlife habitat, quiet rural setting with scenic views.	Mud Bay Park, Boundary Bay shoreline, nature viewing areas.	Bus routes along King George Blvd and Highway 99.
Newton	Newton	Diverse urban district with strong community services and cultural centres.	Newton Recreation Centre, Newton Arena, Newton Exchange.	Major bus hub at Newton Exchange with routes across Surrey.
Ocean Park	South Surrey	Coastal residential area with village charm, ocean views, and quiet streets.	Kwomais Point Park, Ocean Park Village, Crescent Beach.	Bus routes linking to White Rock and South Surrey exchanges.
Panorama Ridge	Newton / South Surrey	Prestigious hillside community with estate homes and sweeping views.	Panorama Park, Colebrook area, golf courses.	Bus routes on adjacent major roads toward Newton and Surrey Central.
Port Kells	North Surrey	Industrial and rural mix with farms, business parks, and open landscapes.	Fraser River, Highway 1 corridor, Port Kells Park.	Regional bus routes along major arterial roads near Highway 1.
Port Mann	Northeast Surrey	Riverside suburb with established homes and convenient Metro Vancouver access.	Port Mann Bridge, Fraser River trails, local parks.	Bus routes toward Guildford, Surrey Central, and Coquitlam.
Provinceton	Cloverdale	Modern family neighbourhood with new housing, parks, and quiet streets.	Local green spaces, Cloverdale amenities, schools.	Bus services to Cloverdale, Clayton, and Langley.
Rosewood Park	Surrey	Tree-lined residential area with family homes and community parks.	Neighbourhood playgrounds, local schools, walking paths.	Nearby bus routes offering connections to Guildford and Newton.
Semiahmoo Town Centre	South Surrey	Major urban hub with shops, services, condos, and walkable streets.	Semiahmoo Shopping Centre, White Rock border, parks.	Frequent bus routes to White Rock Centre and South Surrey Park and Ride.
South Surrey	South Surrey	Large coastal district with high-demand neighbourhoods and major amenities.	Morgan Crossing, Grandview Corners, Crescent Beach.	Multiple bus routes, South Surrey Park and Ride access.
Strawberry Hill	Newton	Busy suburban area with entertainment, retail plazas, and cultural diversity.	Strawberry Hill Cinema, local malls, community parks.	Bus routes along major Newton corridors toward Surrey Central.
Sullivan	Newton / Sullivan	Growing suburb with family housing, parks, and new developments.	Panorama Village, local schools, greenbelts.	Bus routes along Highway 10 and nearby arterials.
Sunnyside	South Surrey	Quiet, leafy residential area with parks and long-term community appeal.	Sunnyside Park, South Surrey Recreation Centre, local schools.	South Surrey bus services toward White Rock and Guildford.
Sunrise Estates	Surrey	Upscale neighbourhood with spacious homes and calm, landscaped streets.	Local parks, residential greenbelts, schools.	Local bus routes providing access to neighbouring communities.
Surrey Centre	City Centre	Downtown core with high-rises, transit hubs, and major civic buildings.	Surrey Central Station, SFU Surrey, City Hall.	SkyTrain, multiple bus exchanges, regional transit hub.
Whalley	City Centre / North Surrey	Diverse urban district undergoing redevelopment with new housing and services.	Surrey City Centre Library, Holland Park, Central City Mall.	SkyTrain stations and major bus routes throughout the area.