One of the natural amenities which makes our city
among the most liveable in the world is public access to the waterfront.
Almost 18 km (11 mi) of beaches surround Vancouver. Enjoying waterfront
access can take many guises: observing the beautiful landscape while
cycling, walking or driving by; playing in the sand, swimming,
windsurfing, sailing or merely sitting. We have special areas that have
been cordoned-off for swimming, ensuring maximum lifeguard coverage.
Lifeguards are on duty from Victoria Day until Labour Day from 11:30 am
to 9:00 pm (except when red light is on).
Enjoy our designated "quiet beaches" (Locarno, Spanish Bank West and
Sunset Beach), where amplified music is prohibited.
Pleasurable Beaches
Help keep everyone’s beach experience a pleasant one. Follow these
simple suggestions and rules.
> Refrain from smoking. If you must smoke, please remove all cigarette
butts.
> Pack disposable plastics and other garbage back home.
> Pick up any litter near you and dispose of it in beach receptacles.
> Dogs are not allowed at public bathing beaches. Please leave your
canine friends at home out of the summer sun. Off-leash beach access
information can be found at the Dogs Off-Leash Areas.
> Follow all posted waterfront rules.
> Our Lifeguards are your best beach friends - listen to them.
> Leave only footprints on Vancouver’s beaches. |
