Find shore and water access at these public docks and boat ramps around Vancouver:
- Vanier Park Boat Ramp near Burrard Civic Marina
- Granville Island Public Market
- Stamp's Landing
- Spyglass Place
- The Village
- Science World
- Plaza of Nations
- Quayside Marina in Yaletown (kayak launch only)
- Yaletown Ferry Dock
- David Lam Park
- Vancouver Aquatic Centre (limited public moorage)
- Harbour Green Park in Coal Harbour (closed until further notice)
Moored vessels must allow adequate space for ferry boats to dock and load/unload passengers.
Unless otherwise stated, use of these public docks and boat ramps are restricted to boats up to 4 metres (12 feet) in length and for short-term use (up to 3 hours). Review the Wharf By-law for more information.
Launch kayaks from any public dock and Quayside Marina.
Map of public docks and boat ramps
Help us keep our docks pristine
If you notice a problem with a dock or boat ramp, help us fix it by calling 3-1-1.
The following docks are not operated by the City of Vancouver
- The Plaza of Nations
- Contact 604-682-0777 or bdk@plazaofnations.com
- The Quayside Marina
- Contact Rancho Management Services (B.C.) Ltd 604-681-9115 or qsmarina@ranchogroup.com
- The Maritime Museum ferry
- Contact the Vancouver Maritime Museum at 604-257-8300 or operations@vanmaritime.com
We're improving our boating facilities
Alder Bay dock
The dock for non-motorized watercraft in Alder Bay is nearing the end of its service life and needs replacing.
Harbour Green Dock
The Vancouver Park Board is planning to renew the damaged dock at Harbour Green Park.
Southeast False Creek Paddling Centre
The City and Park Board have built a Paddling Centre in Southeast False Creek.
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