Beach guide - Vancouver

Explore beaches in Vancouver

Wreck Beach

Vancouver - Nude beach

Wreck Beach is both one of the largest and most relaxed beaches in Vancouver. Stretching along the coast of Point Grey, it has marvelous views and is guaranteed...

Mostly hetero
Park
Natural Attraction
Hiking
Fun & games
Water fun
Walking

Sunset Beach

Vancouver - Urban beach

Located close to the popular English Bay Beach, Sunset Beach is both smaller and quieter and has both pay parking and volleyball courts. This beach is a favorite...

Mostly hetero
Park
Water fun
Walking
Fun & games
Food & drink
Sports

English Bay Beach

Vancouver - Urban beach

The sweeping views and proximity to bars and restaurants make English Bay Beach (also called First Beach) one of the most popular in the city. Parking is...

Mostly hetero
Other
Water sport & adventure
Water fun
Fun & games
Food & drink
Bicycle

Lighthouse Park Beach

Vancouver - Wild beach

Lighthouse Beach is a rocky beach bordering a rare stand of old-growth forest between Horseshoe Bay and West Vancouver, making it one of the most naturally...

Mostly hetero
Park
Natural Attraction
Hiking
Excursions
Other
Water fun
Walking

Third Beach

Vancouver - Wild beach

The somewhat hidden Third Beach may be found in the deeper reaches of Stanley Park at Ferguson Point. The beach is sandy, bordered by a shaded forest area and a...

Mostly hetero
Walking
Park
Mountain biking
Hiking
Bicycle
Water fun

Trout Lake Beach

Vancouver - Freshwater beach

While not a coastal beach, the stretch of sand on Trout Lake in John Hendry Park is a bustling waterfront area with food stalls, sporting courts, public...

Mostly hetero
Neighborhood
Hiking
Fun & games
Food & drink
Bicycle
Water sport & adventure
Water fun
Walking
Sports
Playground
Park

Locarno Beach

Vancouver - Public beach

Locarno Beach is a designated "quiet" outdoor spot, so while party animals will want to take their music and bonfires elsewhere, it's the perfect spot for a...

Mostly hetero
Walking
Park
Hiking
Water fun

Kitsilano Beach

Vancouver - Urban beach

Popular with pretty much everyone in the bordering Kitsilano neighborhood, the Kitsilano Beach is a prime example of why people love living in Vancouver. A heated...

Mostly hetero
Water sport & adventure
Water fun
Walking
Sports
Playground
Park
Fun & games
Food & drink

Spanish Banks Beach

Vancouver - Public beach

Divided into three distinct sections, Spanish Banks Beach has over a kilometer of soft sand. The largest section sits to the west and is a designated quiet beach....

Mostly hetero
Water sport & adventure
Water fun
Walking

Ambleside Park Beach

Vancouver - Public beach

Graced with one of West Vancouver's nicest public beaches, Ambleside Park is a charming natural area with a large wooden dock, concession stands and a dog park. A...

Mostly hetero
Walking
Park
Food & drink
Water fun

Second Beach

Vancouver - Public beach

Stanley Park's southern edge is home to Second Beach, a family-friendly spot with a heated pool, playground, changing rooms and plenty of green space. Picnic...

Mostly hetero
Playground
Park
Fun & games
Food & drink
Bicycle
Water fun
Walking

Whytecliff Park Beach

Vancouver - Wild beach

Located near the small harbor town of Horseshoe Bay, Whytecliff Park sits on the coast of Howe Sound. The crescent-shaped beach is rocky and picturesque,...

Mostly hetero
Park
Water sport & adventure
Water fun
Sports
Playground
Hiking
Fun & games

Jericho Beach

Vancouver - Urban beach

Tucked along the northern side of Jericho Park, Jericho Beach has several sporting opportunities including tennis courts, playing fields, a swimming raft and a...

Mostly hetero
Walking
Sports
Park
Hiking
Fun & games
Food & drink
Water sport & adventure
Water fun

Barnet Marine Park Beach

Vancouver - Public beach

About 45 minutes from downtown Vancouver, Barnet Marine Park Beach is a calm, sandy beach with beautiful views of Burrard Inlet, multiple parking lots, public...

Mostly hetero
Water fun
Walking
Park
Natural Attraction
Hiking

Vancouver Gay Travel Guide

A vibrant peninsula city with easy access to both mountains and beaches, Vancouver is built for those who love wilderness and urban adventure in equal measures. The number of outdoor activities...

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