Hike Details
- Difficulty: 1/6 (Very Easy)
- Distance: 4km
- Duration: 2.5hrs
- Elevation: 200m
- Type: Exploration
- Exposure: None
- Season: Jan - Dec
- Dogs: Yes (On Leash)
- Camping: No
- Wheelchairs: Yes
- Public Transport: Yes
- Strollers: Yes
Description
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Lighthouse Park is a great viewing point to look back over English Bay and the city of Vancouver. The network of trails make it easy to walk for as little or as much as you'd like. From a 1km walk to a bigger 6km hike, make it your own.
With plenty of little side paths down to rocky outcrops and little beaches, its relatively easy to get away from the crowds, find a place to contemplate life, or enjoy a picnic with some friends. The more westerly points, down as far as the lighthouse make great viewing spots for sunset. Lighthouse Park is very much a Vancouver classic - it might get a little busy at times, but for good reason - it makes a lovely walk for a couple of hours.
To explore more spectacular hikes, check out the best hiking trails near Vancouver.
Navigation
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The trail: Well-signed, marked or frequent on trail maps. Always carry a map. Phone signal in BC is not reliable when hiking. Always carry an OFFLINE map. I recommend and use AllTrails+ and Gaia Maps.
Hike Difficulty And Conditions
With a network of trails, viewpoints and outcrops to explore the trail conditions are expectedly varied. The bigger paths in the forest are wide and open, but many of the viewpoints involve stepping down over uneven rocks, steeper tracks and some branches.
Camping
- Camping Possible: No
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
- Stroller Accessible: Yes
- Dog Friendly: Yes (On Leash)
Location & Access
- Public Transport: Yes
- Public Transport By: Translink
- From Vancouver: 0.5hr(s)
- Region: The North Shore
- Fire Region: Coastal Fire Centre Info
- Trailhead: 49.33740, -123.26291
- Vehicle Requirement: Any Vehicle
Getting There
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Follow Marine Drive westwards all the way from North Vancouver. The road meanders along the coast, with minimal traffic and nice views out over English Bay. Shortly after passing Isetta Café on the left, you'll see Lighthouse Park signposted down Beacon Lane. A shortwhile further you'll reach a large car park, though at peak times this has no trouble filling up. As ever, if you're able, I suggest going at off peak times.
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Rent a car, or better still, reduce the demand for cars with Evo Car Share, Vancouver's car sharing network.
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