Lighthouse Park

Lighthouse Park

At Beacon Lane & Marine Drive,
West Vancouver
(604) 922-1211
URL: http://www.findfamilyfun.com/lighthouse.htm

The North Shore is an area of parks, from the coast to the tip of the mountains. This is where the story (true) originated that, in summer, you can skiWhistler or Blackcomb Mountain in the morning and, on your way back to Vancouver, go for a swim in the ocean on one of the North Shore's beaches - and dine at a fine restaurant in the evening. Lighthouse Park, 12km south of Horseshoe Bay, is 75 hectares of the most original and most rugged of the North Shore's parks. Stunning views, and more than 60 bird species spotted here.

Hikes through one of the few remaining original forests in Greater Vancouver end at Point Atkinson with its lighthouse. The lighthouse has been staffed without interruption since 1875, although a recent trend toward unmanned stations may have now put an end to that tradition.

Lighthouse Park has for many years been a popular practice area for North Shore rock climbers as well as a great spot to enjoy a summer sunset. Walking shoes or runners are recommended for the half hour walk which ends at the shoreline close to the lighthouse viewpoint.

*No camping, fires, barbeques, hibachis or propane stoves permitted.

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