Lighthouse Park
Lighthouse Park in West Vancouver features rugged West Coast terrain and trails, great views and, of course, a lighthouse
Can a lighthouse save a forest? That is exactly what happened at the popular 185 acre Lighthouse Park which guards the entrance to Burrard Inlet in West Vancouver.
The Lighthouse was built in 1914 on the rocks at the southern tip of Point Atkinson in West Vancouver. The old growth forest in the park was spared from logging in the region due to the dark contrasting background the trees provided for the lighthouse. Some of these magnificent trees are 200 feet tall and up to 500 years old. In 1994 the lighthouse was officially designated a National Historic Site.
There are about 10 km of trails through the park however it is only about a 10 minute walk from the parking area to the lighthouse viewpoint. The trails through the park are rough in places and sometimes slippery so it is important to wear appropriate footwear. Stay on the main trails as there are cliffs and hazardous terrain in the park.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoLighthouse Park Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Address: 4902 Beacon Ln, West Vancouver, BC V7W 1K5, Canada
Phone: (604) 925-7275
Official Website: Lighthouse Park
Lighthouse Park Reviews
Rated out of 5
Beautiful trails. Good spots to sit and unwind. The best highlight of this park is the woods and the owl trail. One can immerse themselves in the variety of flora and fauna here. Highly recommended for nature buffs and photographers.
Mohit Pradhan - 3 months ago
Short and doable trail for most people. It has an amazing view.
Parking is available and also there is a bus station right next to entrance of park.
Azita sfn - a week ago
Had a great time here. Very scenic. Great view. I kinda wish we could've gotten closer to the lighthouse. The trail wasn't too challenging so I'd definitely recommend for anyone looking to go out on an easier hike.
Daniel Ritchie - 4 months ago
It should be the easiest hiking route in the Greater Vancouver area. You can see infinitely beautiful scenery in a 20-minute walk. My son and I stayed here for an hour. The sea breeze was very cold and I had chocolate and hot tea. a happy day.
fenghua lu - 5 months ago
I'm here for the lighthouse. I'm always here for the lighthouse.
Yes, the highlight of Lighthouse Park is the lighthouse at Point Atkinson and it was built in 1912. A few gun emplacements and defenses were added during World War 2 though much of that is just shells these days.
On a beautiful Saturday morning, it was a nice hike. I was lucky to find a parking space for the Sprinter van and the lot was pretty much filled by the time I got back. It's not paved or even level but it works and it's free.
The forest is a moderate hike. Some elevation changes and some of it is smooth enough for a lazy and out-of-shape Yelper like myself. It's old growth forest and absolutely beautiful with a well marked trail. The reward at the end is the lighthouse and the view of the Burrard Inlet with Vancouver Harbor way off in the distance. Some captions at the lighthouse keeper's buildings explain what it was like. And if you want to climb down the stairs to the shoreline, that's an option. Several folks insisted on climbing out on the rocks because they do.
Bruce K. - 4 months ago
Directions
| Skytrain, SeaBus and Bus Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Expo Line | Granville Station | 3 Minutes |
| Canada Line | Vancouver City Center | 3 Minutes |
How to get to Lighthouse Park by Skytrain, SeaBus and Bus
From Granville Station take the Seymour Street Exit. Go to your right along Seymour Street to Georgia Street and go right on Georgia to the #250 Horseshoe Bay bus stop.
From Vancouver City Center take the Granville Street Exit, cross over Georgia Street and go left to the #250 Horseshoe Bay bus stop. Take the #250 Horseshoe Bay bus to Beacon Lane on Marine Drive and walk south along Beacon Lane into the park. This is about a 40 minute bus ride that goes through Stanley Park and across the spectacular Lions Gate Bridge into an area of beautiful homes in West Vancouver.
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View towards Vancouver from Lighthouse Park cc licensed photo by Gary -
Beautiful view of the Lighthouse in Lighthouse Park on Point Atkinson cc licensed photo by Venture Vancouver -
Forest path through Lighthouse Park cc licensed photo shared by colink. -
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Photo Credit: Miguel Ortiz (Thamur) - cc license via Flickr -
Photo Credit: Miguel Ortiz (Thamur) - cc license via Flickr -
Photo Credit: Miguel Ortiz (Thamur) - cc license via Flickr -
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