Much of Victoria lies along the banks of an arm of the ocean called the Gorge. On its way inland the Gorge is crossed first by the Johnson Street Bridge, then the Bay Street Bridge and the Selkirk Trestle. Beyond the Selkirk Waters the Gorge passes through a very narrow rocky gap that is spanned by the Gorge Bridge. The photo above was taken from that bridge looking further up the Gorge. The Gorge Park walkway is visible on the left hand side of the photo above and over the next few days I will be pleased to show you a little more of this area.Below is a photo taken beneath the bridge showing how narrow the Gorge is at this point. This photo was taken just as the tide was changing. When it begins to run fully there is a rapid and powerful current here.
It looks like it could be dangerous. So are there things like starfish and anemones up this far? Or is it mixed with freshwater at this point?
ReplyDeleteWonderful place to have a walk ,nice photos !
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful surroundings!!
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a tropical paradise compared to our area. When I got up this morning everything was grey but now the sky is blue and the sun is out. Maybe my picture will include some colour next time.
ReplyDeleteLove the photo looking down, scary.
I need to get out exploring more. Thanks for helping me along with enticing photos.
ReplyDeleteOh wow! That is absolutely beautiful. I especially love the crisp colour of the water.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog and the nice comment. Your pictures are stunning!
ReplyDeleteinteresting timing I was just looking at a book of the Times Colonist 150th yr and there was a pic that showed the first gorge brige. just four logs made the bridge. If you want I could scan the pic and send it to you.
ReplyDeleteOk I put the old photo on my blog if you want to see it .
ReplyDelete