Sunset Beach
Between Thurlow and Bute StreetsThe southern edge of the West End neighbourhood has two of
the most attractive waterfront urban environments - English Bay and Sunset
Beach.
Amazingly, this large stretch of sand is no more than a 30-minute walk
from the downtown core - with no commercial exploitation intruding on the
peaceful environment.
Well behaved dogs will find an off-leash area to the south of the nearby
Vancouver Aquatic Centre, Vancouver's Olympic size natatorium which replaced the
city's first such facility, Crystal Pool, demolished in 1974.
In summer, English Bay becomes a jumping off point for
rollerblading adventures, strolling for ice cream, and picnics. Kids will love
the floating slide and parents will appreciate the full time lifeguard. It's
also the place to lay down your blanket and look up to the sky during the HSBC
Celebration of Light international fireworks competition (July 25 and 28, August
1 and 4).
Features
On the Stanley Park Seawall system
Concession
Washroom
Lifeguarded Victoria Day (late May) to Labour Day (early September)
Quiet Beach (no amplified music)
Access to False Creek Aqua Buses Pier
Pay Parking |
