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Locarno Beach |
Locarno Beach is one of the beaches that line English Bay
in Vancouver. It is situated in the West Point Grey neighbourhood, between
Jericho Beach and the Spanish Banks beaches. It was named after the Swiss city
where a peace treaty was signed in 1925.
Although Locarno Beach is designated as one of Vancouver's "quiet beaches" the
park area nearby is popular with families having picnics and barbecues in the
summertime
Vancouver's longest sandy beach. Lifeguards are on duty during the summer
months. Walk, jog or bike along the 3 kilometre scenic seaside trail with views
of the North shore Mountains, the city and Howe Sound, or wander through the
many winding trails of the Pacific Spirit Rainforest park. There are water sport
rentals and tennis courts at Jericho sailing center
If all the elements are right, a picnic and a bit of fishing at the Jericho
Beach pier makes for a perfect evening. Great picnic area, great sand beach for
kids, great volleyball, great kiting, great fishing, great sunsets, great view
of the Symphony of Fire fireworks, great view of the freighters in the harbour,
great view of the North Shore mountains, great view of the city.
To get to this area from downtown Vancouver: Go over the Burrard Street Bridge,
and then after crossing the bridge head west along Cornwall, Point Grey Road,
4th Avenue, and then on to N.W. Marine Drive.
Features
On the Seaside Seawall system
Quiet beach (no amplified music)
Concession
Washroom
BBQ coals disposal receptacle
Picnic tables
Lifeguarded Victoria Day (late May) to Labour Day (early September)
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