Beaches in and near Stanley Park, Vancouver, BC, Canada
There are 2 main beaches, Second Beach and Third Beach, in Stanley Park. These beaches have lifeguards during the summer and are good for swimming and laying in the sun. There are also many little beaches all around Stanley Park.
There are 3 beaches close to Stanley Park. English Bay Beach is the most popular beach in Vancouver. Sunset Beach is a quieter beach. For the dog-owners, there is an off-leash Dog Beach.
Second Beach
Second Beach is a small, but busy beach in Stanley Park. There is a concession and washroom facilities. During the summer there are lifeguards. People usually swim or lay on the beach on this beach.
Third Beach
Third Beach is a large, busy beach in Stanley Park. There is a concession and washroom facilities. During the summer there are lifeguards. People usually swim, or lay on the beach. Since this beach is on the westmost side of Stanley Park there are great views west of the West Vancouver and the ocean!
English Bay Beach
English Bay is Vancouver's most popular beach. Located just outside of Stanley Park, it is close to the West End and easily accessible. There is a restaurant, concession and washroom facilities. During the summer there are lifeguards, a big slide, and Kayak/Paddleboard Rentals. People usually swim, lay on the beach, or play volleyball on this beach. There are great views of English Bay from the beach. The beach is also wheelchair accessible via mats. Some of Vancouver's biggest events, the Celebration of Light Fireworks and Festival and Polar Bear Swim take place here!
Sunset Beach
Sunset Beach is a quieter beach in English Bay. Located just outside of Stanley Park, it is close to the West End and easily accessible. There is a concession and washroom facilities. During the summer there are lifeguards on duty. People usually swim, or lay on the beach on this beach.
Off-Leash Dog Beach
This is a small beach right next to the Burrard Street Bridge. Nobody swims here except for the dogs!