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Vancouver's call to nature |
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. |
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