Whytecliff Park in West Vancouver, BCWhytecliff Park in West Vancouver, BC

Caillum Smith/Preserved Light Photography

Written for The Outbound Collective

Escape to the vanishing horizon of the Pacific Ocean, where time is measured by the rhythm of waves.

Located near West Vancouver's Horseshoe Bay neighbourhood, Whytecliff Park is home to more than 200 marine animal species and is one of the first Marine Protected Areas in Canada. You're almost guaranteed to see sea lions here!

The park offers numerous short hiking trails, sheltered beaches, tennis courts and is a popular location for underwater diving. You won't ever believe you're so close to the city of Vancouver!

Enter the park on Marine Drive and pull in to the parking lot on the left shortly after. From there you can explore on foot (it's a small park) or continue driving along Marine Drive to the other side of the park and venture out again.

Whytecliff Park in West Vancouver, BC

Whytecliff Park in West Vancouver, BC

Attractions:

• Sunbathing
• sea lions
• Premier dive spot
• Short, yet breathtaking trails
• Beaches
• 30 minutes from Vancouver

Pack List:

• Picnic essentials
• Athletic footwear or barefeet
• Raincoat in winter, sombrero in summer
• Camera
• Swimwear
• Frisbee
• Slackline
• Diving/Snorkel Gear
• Kayak/Paddleboard

Whytecliff Park in West Vancouver, BC	Whytecliff Park in West Vancouver, BC
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