The seawall around Stanley Park: flat, paved and right on the water, with the North Shore mountains across the inlet and the city behind you. Walk all of it or any part.
Easy · 9–10 km loop · +0–20 m climb · 2.5–3 hours · Dogs: on leash
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Metro Vancouver · ~5 min from downtown · reachable by transit
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check City of Vancouver Parks before you go.
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| Region | Metro Vancouver |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Season | Year-round |
| Trailhead | Any seawall access, e.g. Georgia St entrance |
| Parking & transit | Transit reaches the trailhead or close to it (check TransLink). |
| Permits & passes | None. Paid parking in the park. |
| Dogs | On leash |
| Kid-friendly | Yes, with supervision |
| Highlights | Lakes & water, Views, Old growth |
| Crowds | Busy, especially weekends |
| Managed by | City of Vancouver Parks |
Walkers and wheels use separate lanes. Go one way with the signs.
Numbers are approximate. Check City of Vancouver Parks for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.
About 9–10 km (loop) with roughly 0–20 m of elevation gain. Most people take 2.5–3 hours. Figures are approximate; check City of Vancouver Parks before you go.
Yes, on leash.
None. Paid parking in the park.
Yes, transit reaches this trailhead or very close to it. Check TransLink for current routes.
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Hike Vancouver. "Stanley Park Seawall." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/stanley-park-seawall/
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