About
Vancouver's designated quiet beach — no amplified sound permitted. A long sandy beach with 6 free volleyball courts, lifeguarded swimming in summer, concession stand, change rooms, and sweeping North Shore mountain views. Quieter alternative to Kitsilano or English Bay.
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Amplified-sound-free zoneone of the few quiet beaches in Vancouver
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6 volleyball courts with free net rental from lifeguard station
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Swimming rafta fun feature for swimmers
Water & Swimming
Water Type
Ocean
Beach Type
Sandy
Swimming
Allowed
Lifeguards
Seasonal
Best Suited For
The Crowd
- 👨👩👧Families
- 🔹Readers
- 🔹Volleyball Players
- 🔹Picnickers
- 🔹Quiet Seekers
The Occasion
- 🏖️Beach Day
- 👨👩👧Family Outing
- 🔹Bbq Picnic
Beach Info
Managed By
Vancouver Park Board
Admission
Free
Amenities
Beach Rules
What to Bring & Insider Tips
Insider Tips
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Nets are available for rent from the lifeguard station near the concession — bring your own ball
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Paid parking at Sasamat/Trimble lots (EasyPark) — arrive early on hot days
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The quiet beach designation makes this ideal for relaxation
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Water quality is monitored weekly May-October — check theswimguide.org before you go
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Walk west along the seawall to reach Spanish Banks for more volleyball courts
What to Bring
Best Seasons
Location
Getting Here
NW Marine Drive at Sasamat Street, Vancouver, BC V6R 1B7
🚇 Transit
Locarno Beach is accessible via TransLink bus routes 4, 44, and 84. From downtown Vancouver, take any of these routes; route 4 and 44 connect from Waterfront Station (Expo Line/Canada Line/SeaBus terminal). The closest stops are directly along NW Marine Drive, a short walk from the beach. The beach is also easily accessible by bike via the Jericho Beach Park portion of the Seaside Greenway.
🚗 Parking
A free parking lot is available directly at Locarno Beach. This lot can fill up quickly on warm weekends, so arriving early is recommended to secure a spot.