CrescentRockBeach

SUN recommends people stay off the BNSF railway for their own personal safety and for the sake of the engineers operating the locomotives.

There are hazards to be aware of when visiting Crescent Rock Beach. First and foremost are the BNSF and Amtrak trains that run across this area. Walking on the tracks is extremely dangerous and considered trespassing, so stay on the shoreline whenever possible. If the tide is in and you choose to walk on the rail bed, remember that an average of four people are hurt or killed by trains along these tracks every decade. Do not wear headphones or use your cell phone if crossing the rails and keep alert for trains running in either direction.

The following is the "BNSF Hit List" which has the bloody track record of the trains on the peninsula. This historical data was assembled from a variety of sources and is in no way totally accurate or complete. If you know of any omissions or can make any corrections to the information your input would be greatly appreciated. Our thoughts and prayers go out to these victims and their families.

1909 - John Gunn, killed.	1968 - Ellen Wadhams, 62, killed.
1909 - K. Lee, killed	1968 - Richard Hamilton, 26, injured.
1912 - John Bielby, killed.	1974 - Laird Pye, 11, killed.
1919 - W. McCray, killed	1974 - Dennis Gunsten, 24, killed.
1921 - Percy Phillips, injured.	1979 - Sidney Avigdor, 10, injured
1933 - Mrs. Baxter, killed.	1981 - Christopher Foot, 21, killed.
1938 - Jail escapee, killed	1991 - Colin Fletcher, 21, injured.
1943 - Authur Sharpe, killed.	1995 - Ruby Vaid, 15, injured.
1947 - White Rock man, killed.	1997 - Leif Everson, 12, killed.
1955 - Ira Warden, killed.	1999 - Young girl, 17, injured.
1956 - Thomas Cooke, 70, killed	2000 - Henry Kools, 39, killed.
1959 - Karen Jones killed.	2003 - Young girl, 16, injured.
1960's - Bill Schmidt, injured.	2007- Elderly lady, 65, injured.
	2007 - Delta man, 79, killed

BNSF Hit List displayed during Royal Hudson/Mountaineer visit.

The BNSF freight trains are hazardous all by themselves. They carry dangerous goods and flammable liquids across this rail line including poisonous chlorine and ammonia gas, sulphuric acid, caustic soda, propane, petroleum, and more. The bluff above the trains is a known landslide threat and there have already been 9 derailments from mudslides across this hillside over the years. Fortunately the accident risk in summer is minimal but the potential for disaster is always there.

The seclusion and privacy you find along Crescent Rock Beach can sometimes pose a problem. The shoreline is steep and rocky in areas and a wrong step or a loose stone may result in serious injury. Emergency services access is very limited due to this shore's remote location. Cell phone reception is also spotty or non-existent. The rocks at the shoreline may be sharp, coated in slippery algae, or covered in barnacles. A minor injury such as a twisted ankle or a cut foot can turn a simple hike into a painful ordeal. Come with a friend, or let someone know if you are going to the more remote corners of this naturist beach.

SUN asks that you keep these warnings in mind to ensure that your visits to Crescent Rock Beach are enjoyable and safe.