About
A one-of-a-kind international park straddling the Canada–U.S. border where you can walk between countries without a passport. Anchored by the 20.5-metre Peace Arch monument dedicated in 1921, the park features formal flower gardens, a lily pond, summer sculpture exhibitions, and picnic areas on both sides of the border — all completely free.
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Peace Arch monument20.5 m (67 ft), dedicated September 1921
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International Sculpture Exhibition (MayOctober)
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Canadian flag flower garden
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Lily pond
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Heritage Hall (reservable, Canadian side)
Best Suited For
The Crowd
- 👨👩👧Families
- 🔹Cross-Border Friends
- 🔹History Buffs
- 💑Couples
The Occasion
- 🔹International Meetup
- 🔹Peaceful Reflection
- 🔹Park Wedding
- 🔹Family Picnic
Park Information
Park Type
International
Managed By
BC Parks (Canadian side) and Washington State Parks (American side)
Size
17 hectares
Admission
Free
Amenities
Park Rules
What to Bring & Insider Tips
Insider Tips
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You can cross between countries — but you MUST exit the park into the same country you entered from. Border officers may ask for identification.
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Read both inscriptions on the arch — the U.S. side reads 'Children of a common mother'; the Canadian side reads 'Brethren dwelling together in unity' (Psalm 133:1).
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Visit the International Sculpture Exhibition (May–October) — free outdoor works by American and Canadian artists.
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Reserve Heritage Hall (Canadian side, April–October) through BC Parks for indoor/outdoor group picnicking.
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The U.S. side has 79 picnic tables — all first-come, first-served. The American Kitchen can be rented for events.
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Look for the Canadian flag flower garden — planted in the shape of the Canadian flag, plus a lily pond nearby.
What to Bring
Best Seasons
Location
Getting Here
14344 Beach Rd, Surrey, BC V4B 2L2
🚇 Transit
Public transit is a bit of a trek, so plan accordingly. From a SkyTrain station in Surrey, expect a lengthy bus ride south, likely with a transfer in White Rock, to get you close to the border.
🚗 Parking
Driving is your best bet, with dedicated pay parking lots available on both the Canadian and American sides of the park. Arrive early on sunny weekends and holidays, as spots fill up quickly with picnickers and cross-border visitors.