An easy loop through old-growth forest, with a view at the end. Little climbing, so it suits a slow morning or an evening walk. Most people take 1–2 hours.
Easy · 2–5 km loop · +50–100 m climb · 1–2 hours · Dogs: on leash
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North Shore · ~25 min from downtown · reachable by transit
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check District of West Vancouver before you go.
Schematic: an illustrative shape drawn from total distance and gain, not a GPS trace. Real ups and downs will differ.
| Region | North Shore |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Season | Year-round |
| Trailhead | Beacon Lane, West Vancouver |
| Parking & transit | Transit reaches the trailhead or close to it (check TransLink). |
| Permits & passes | None. |
| Dogs | On leash |
| Kid-friendly | Yes, with supervision |
| Highlights | Views, Old growth, Lakes & water |
| Crowds | Moderate |
| Managed by | District of West Vancouver |
Old-growth Douglas-fir and rocky shore. Slippery granite near the water.
Numbers are approximate. Check District of West Vancouver for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.
About 2–5 km (loop) with roughly 50–100 m of elevation gain. Most people take 1–2 hours. Figures are approximate; check District of West Vancouver before you go.
Yes, on leash.
None.
Yes, transit reaches this trailhead or very close to it. Check TransLink for current routes.
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Hike Vancouver. "Lighthouse Park." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/lighthouse-park/
From the Lighthouse Park lot, go through the south gate and head east on Salal Loop, then follow Arbutus Trail east to the shoreline and south past big trees and rocky outcrops, with a spur to Eagle Point facing the city. Rejoin Valley Trail toward the lighthouse; side paths drop steeply to Starboat Cove. Continue west past the station buildings to a rock overlooking Point Atkinson lighthouse, then return north on the western trails.
Watch for: Steep paths down to coves; rocky shoreline can be slippery. Busy lot on weekends.
Best season: all year
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Hi, I'm Cam Appleton. I love Vancouver and I love getting out on its trails. When I went looking for a simple, easy hiking guide for around here, I couldn't find one I liked. I also really like helping people, so I built this one.
My day job is real estate. I help people buy, sell and lease. I hope you're enjoying the start of Hike Vancouver. If you're thinking about living closer to trails like this one, I'm happy to talk.
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