White Pine Beach at Sasamat Lake

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Discover one of Metro Vancouver's most popular swimming spots, a beautiful sandy beach on a warm, mountain-fringed lake.

Nestled in Belcarra Regional Park, White Pine Beach is a picturesque destination on the shore of Sasamat Lake. Famous for its unusually warm water, it's a favourite summer spot for locals looking to escape the chill of the Pacific Ocean. With two sandy beaches, surrounding forest trails, and excellent picnic facilities, it's a perfect nature getaway that's accessible by public transit.

Why Visit White Pine Beach?

Warm Water Swimming: Sasamat Lake is one of the warmest lakes in the region, making it ideal for swimming and family fun.
Beautiful Scenery: The sandy beaches are surrounded by a lush forest of Douglas-fir and western red cedar, creating a stunning natural backdrop.
Great Hiking: A scenic and relatively easy trail loops around the entire lake, offering beautiful views and a floating bridge to cross.
A Relaxing Escape: It's a popular but generally more relaxed alternative to the busy ocean beaches in Vancouver.

What to See & Do

Swim and Sunbathe: Relax on the sand and enjoy the warm, calm waters of the lake. The gradual slope makes it great for kids.
Hike the Sasamat Lake Loop: Take an easy 2.5 km (1.5 mi) walk around the lake. The trail is well-maintained and includes a fun floating boardwalk section.
Have a Picnic: The park has numerous picnic tables and grassy areas perfect for an outdoor lunch.
Go Fishing: The lake is stocked with rainbow trout, and fishing is permitted from the floating bridge (with a valid license).

Food & Drink Options

A concession stand operates near the main beach area during the peak summer season, offering snacks, drinks, and fast food.
It's highly recommended to bring your own water and food, especially if visiting outside of the summer months when the concession may be closed.

Pro Tips & Local Insights

Arrive Early: This is an extremely popular spot. On hot summer weekends, the beach fills up very quickly. Taking the bus means you don't have to worry about the parking lots closing.
Know Your Bus Route: The direct #150 bus is seasonal. For the rest of the year, be prepared for the 15-minute walk from the #182 bus stop. The walk back is uphill.
Leave No Trace: Pack out everything you pack in. Help keep this beautiful park clean for everyone to enjoy.

Nearby Attractions (Transit-Friendly)

Belcarra Regional Park: The rest of the park offers more trails, picnic areas, and a pier for crabbing in Belcarra village, accessible via the #182 bus.
Rocky Point Park: Located in Port Moody near Moody Centre Station, this park has a popular brewery row, a pier, and great ice cream.

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Facts For Your Visit

Fee: No

Address: White Pine Beach, Port Moody, BC V3H 4S3, Canada

White Pine Beach Reviews

Rated 4.6 out of 5 Star Rating

4 Star Rating One of the best lakes and beaches in the area but because of that it gets VERY busy on hot sunny summer days. Great for laying out, paddle boarding, and swimming. Easy trail around the lake too.
Nic Arkley - a month ago

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5 Star Rating Lovely beach to come do with your friends and family. The water is very clean and the sunlight the here is very refreshing. I highly recommend coming here. The parking here is paid and there are also trails to hike and walk on as well
Google Guide - 2 months ago

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5 Star Rating Amazing beach and nature view!! Far from city with no noise of city and cars! Clean beach with amazing weather.
Leila Seyed Haddadi - 3 weeks ago

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4 Star Rating Nice little beach with a easy hiking trail around the lake. The hiking trail is good but interrupted by the camp ground leading to a section which is not as nice as the rest.
Daniel - 3 months ago

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5 Star Rating It’s great place for a enjoying the day and evening time with family and friends. You take easily fine the parking spot and after paying the amount you can go insight the park fine place and sit cook and swim; but swimming is your own risk
Lutfullha Safari - a month ago

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Directions

SkyTrain & Bus Line	Nearest Station	Walking Time
Millennium Line & #150 Bus	Coquitlam Central Station	~1 Minute (Seasonal)
Millennium Line & #182 Bus	Moody Centre Station	~15 Minute Walk (Year-Round)

How to get to White Pine Beach by SkyTrain & Bus

Seasonal Service (Summer): From Coquitlam Central Station (Millennium Line), take the #150 White Pine Beach Special bus. This bus provides direct service to the beach, but only operates during the summer months. Weekend service starts in late April and daily service starts in late June. Check the TransLink schedule for dates of operation.

Year-Round Service: From Moody Centre Station (Millennium Line), take the #182 Moody Centre Station / Belcarra bus. Get off at the stop on Bedwell Bay Road at Sasamat Lane. From there, it is a pleasant 15-minute walk downhill to the beach.