One of my favorite places in Vancouver!! It's got beautiful trees, good food, a beautiful water front, and lots and lots of fresh air! It's a small place but plenty to walk around and take pictures. I highly recommend! read more

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Deep cove park is my place to meditate. Of course not on a busy sunny day but during winters. The grassy land that overlooks a piece of ocean surrounded by mountains, ships and houses is not only beautiful but a peaceful place amid of chaos. The shops around the area are small boutiques stores and all of them excell in what they serve. Food, ice cream , cloths and everything in between is sold in these shops. There is kayak and boat rental as well . Once I tried kayaking which can be scary for people who try for the first time but it's worth the adrenaline rush. I like this place even with the hustle and bustle of friends and family on a weekend. read more

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To be honest I wasn't planning on doing this review! I only wanted to share the photos & leave it to anyone who had not been to decide whether it was worth the trip to Deep Cove! Feedback from the photos was strong enough to warrant me doing a review. Located in the far east reaches of North Vancouver, it is 100% worth the visit! Come to chill out, kayak, hike or paddle board. A scenic, quiet, nature lovers paradise of a spot - you will fall in love! Today was intense - Metro Vancouver is going through a humongous heatwave with record breaking temperatures totally unfamiliar with the norm!!! Folks it's darn hot - sweat everywhere on my body who needs a sauna! People from California living here are going back saying they miss the cool weather! Anyways, Deep Cove has always been that sweet spot to get away to & escape from life's pressures & stress! There's a small high street nearby with shops & restaurants & yes an ice cream & gelato spot are here as well! Bring water, a beach towel, & a laid back free your mind attitude! Mean people need not apply! Hot tip flash alert - parking is tight here = first come first served! However, if you show me love - I just might reveal the secret location offering free parking but only requires a 10 minute walkover! So like Tina said, "you better be ... good to me!" read more

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One of the most beautiful parks in North Vancouver. A picture is worth 1000 words, so no need for me to try to describe the beauty of this place. The water and the trees the mountains are just so picturesque. There's plenty of activities to do here, bike walk run. There's also a kayak shop in the cove where you can rent a kayak or paddleboard's and take it out for some exercise. Parking is a major pain, so come early otherwise you would have to walk more than a mile. read more

Deep Cove Park - Parks Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

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I really enjoy the picturesque community of Deep Cove on the North Shore. This is a perfect park to have a picnic with the peaceful ocean in view and the buzz of people on a summer's day. There's a lot of programs they have for kids and adults alike (such as kayaking, boating, etc). There's a fun playground for kids to play and climb all over and combing for shells by the water is another fun activity you can participate in. Honey's donuts and a bunch of other cute little cafes surround this beautiful park. If you're looking for a nice brisk walk in the winter that's quite meditative; it's the perfect place for you since it doesn't draw too many crowds and yet still is appealing. Mountain and water views with clean air...what could get better? There's great parking around but it can get busy at times. Especially when they have the stunning ships lit up with christmas lights go out into the water from the pier. There's just the most magical christmas spirit in the air. You don't have to worry about getting too cold either since they light up an enormous bonfire and there's a ton of people huddled around it contributing to more warmth. There's donation boxes around for you to feel more helpful during the holidays and entertaining music along with a Santa Claus to take photos with. It truly is a special time in the community of Deep Cove. Deep Cove is a must see on the North Shore no matter what time of the year it is. read more

We found out about Deep Cove from another couple we met while on vacation. One of the highlights of our recent trip to Vancouver B.C. was to visit this breathtaking little town in North Vancouver with stunning ocean and mountain views, a park overlooking the water and the cleanest, purest fresh air your lungs can breathe in. We arrived the pricey but scenic way: by boat which we rented from Gransville Island (about 1 hr one way) and docked right near the park. This area can also be accessed by car or public transit and is about an forty five minute to one hour drive from Canada Place in Vancouver. If you love nature you will love this area! Kayaking, hiking or just sitting and enjoying the small park are all great options in this area. We grabbed a donut, coffee and tea from the donut shop up the street and enjoyed them down by the water near the kayak rental shop while taking it the stunning views. read more

Deep Cove Park - View from the park - Parks Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

3.5 stars ... lovely spot but just plan your visit well. Don't come on Father's Day like we did. There are many beautiful natural parks and landscape within and around Vancouver. It was so hard to chose our spots but we were told Deep Cove is a great spot and I dont disagree but I feel the timing of your arrival would really impact how wonderful it could be. We unfortunately decided to come on a sunny weekend which also coincided with Father's day. Dear ... god. It seems like every family in Vancouver thinks its a great idea to throw their dad onto the water. The positives of Deep Cove is obvious... you walk up to the stone terrace overlooking the coastline and you can clearly see why people have said this place is beautiful. You see the rolling mountainside set in many deep emerald shades and a wonderful calm still waters of the bay. Even though it was ridiculously busy, there is a nice serenity to the place. There is no overbearing huge building blocking landscapes or loud speakers blaring Beiber (though ... a few pickup trucks with bros did help fill that gap with Chainsmokers). It's a cute and quaint hamlet that happens to sit in a gorgeous bayside setting. A few other positives is that there is plenty of parks to sit at ... there's the Panorama park that is just north of the main entrance to the beach and yacht club. There's the beach area and the nice green space facing it to lounge and take in the picturesque lake. There's also a hiking trail to Quarry Rock which is moderately elevated and on the north side of the bay. And there's another small beach to the further east. The town surrounding here is really cute. It's not big but the street of Gallant has many cute fun little spots to browse, find something to nibble (Honey Doughnuts is a local favourite with a constant line up), or sip (Cafe Orso has some really great iced latte and chai lattes). There are some clear tourist traps that just absorb a crazy amount but when they bring the beautiful views... it could be worth the $$. Your mileage may vary on Arms Reach. For me, the negatives tipped the scale for me and I don't think my experience is rare but it's probably not the norm. Parking is a huge issue. It is a tiny town with no large parking lot. The lot was completely full and the gates were up to say it was... the overflow to the streets was crazy. Everyone is driving 5 km/hr for a single spot and we're talking slower than Lionsgate bridge rush hour traffic congestion. I got lucky and only spent 15 minutes trying to find parking. People were getting ticketed for parking in wrong spots everywhere. On top of that, there was a swarm of bodies everywhere on the green space. Not a single spot to be had ... I think it was even busier than Kitsilano Beach if that was possible. The beach itself is quite rocky and I overheard the staff at the water sports rental cautioning a family to not put their infant to the water because often the boats at the marina would dump the raw sewage into the water. EWWWW. I know it's supposed to tranquil and picturesque but it's quite hard to see that when you look up to the Quarry Rock perch and you see at least 20 people up there. I can only imagine how busy the hiking path is. I dont want to say Deep Cove is a tourist trap ... it's too pretty for that but I would sincerely say plan your visit during the week or avoid any holidays on the weekend. Hopefully the weather will shine nicely while the crowds disappear and only gives you the best clearest view of the bay. read more

Deep Cove Park - Rocky beach looking towards Deep Cove and marina - Parks Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

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I didn't get to spend too much time in Deep Cove Park. We mostly went on the trail up to Quarry Rock, which I reviewed more in length on the Quarry Rock page. (I'm short, challenging trail but satisfying!) But the views all around Deep Cove are so beautiful! Well worth a visit, whether you're admiring the sea, the forest, or the view from Quarry Rock. read more

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WOW. Just WOW! What a view and what a place! It's a great place for romantic dates or family picnic or whatever! It's a fun place with such an amazing view! I love how there are local restaurants and local stores around so you can shop around with unique things and still able to enjoy the view with beautiful trees and lake! It's like you are surrounded by the forest and yet by the water so you are not lost! The day we went there was cold and rainy so we didn't stay as long as we wanted to. But we had some ice cream and bought some unique flavor tea home! It's a great place to visit if you are on a date and want to walk around without too crowded or loud. Also a good place for family cause it's really spacious and you sure have places for picnic and to explore the nature! Recommend to go there when it's sunny! Even rainy days are good just make sure you have an umbrella/ enough clothes with you! Will sure come back again in the summer! read more

My first time to come here and it has an amazing view. Its perfect place to visit for summer. My Goddaughter love the playgroud. Its low tide and were able to see different size/color of starfish and a crab. This is a touristy area so goodluck finding a parking area. read more

This little park is beautiful. Lots of free parking if you can find one on a busy sunny summers day. I love coming here on the weekdays when its not busy. Grab a coffee from Honeys and walk around. The views of the water and mountains are breathtaking. It's a hidden gem in the north shore. read more

Deep Cove Park - Beautiful Day - Parks Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

Nice park and trails, especially the big rock up there is gorgeous! A few different parks' parking lots and street parking, but usually quite packed though. A nice beach but more rocks and shells rather than thin soft sand. Small beach but it's nice, a playground and grass areas, and different trails at walking distance. read more

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Beautiful park. I love this park more than the Stanley park. We went kayaking and had a blast! The teenagers working at this kayaking place were so passionate about their jobs and that's a good vibe! We went twice within one week! Will be back whenever we are in the area! read more

A small hilly park covered with mostly grass with a nice view of the waterfront. The beach at the park is quite rocky, so it isn't the best for making sandcastles. There are picnic tables, walking trails and kayak rentals. Swimming is not recommended at the beach because sewage is sometimes released from the boats at the Marina. It's a busy park during the summer months, so you have to arrive early to find a parking spot. read more

Deep Cove Park - Parks Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

Best kept secret, no riff raff here, boys and girls ;) It's still considered quiet during the busy summer months and have its own bbq firepits so first come, first serve. Amazing view naturally, and some kayak action for people watching. Washrooms near the rental centre so no problem if you're having a great picnic. Just a short walk from the restaurants above. Parking of course can be challenging. Simply an amazing view just driving here to the village before the park. read more

Feels like the place at the end of the world...It has a nice resort feel to it too. Pleasant stroll on Gallant avenue, don't forget to taste the famous doughnuts. Kayaking there is nice as well as the hike to the rock, up and down up and down, some even run there... read more

Deep Cove Park - Parks Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

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Deep Cove Park is in a nice, small community, about 20 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Although not very big, it does have a few blocks of shops and restaurants, along with a nice park and marina. You feel like you are far away from the hustle and bustle of Vancouver, but it is close enough for a place to get away for a few hours. read more

Deep Cove Park - Parks Near Me - North Vancouver, British Columbia

Deep cove park is quite busy now during the summer. There are two main parking lots, one is closer to the park and the other is a short 5 min walk away. There are also plenty of street parking but there is a time limit of 1hr or 2 hr. There is a playground for kids, a public washroom, a "shower station" or rinse off station, a water-refill station, a few lawn chairs, a couple benches and even a small beach. This park is great for those who have families or for those who want to just lounge around. Near the water there are also signs that says "no swimming" but I still see people doing it. This park isn't great for dogs because they have very strict rules for dogs. You need to have your dogs leashed, and they aren't allowed on the beach area. Over all this is a great park to be at because there are plenty of grassy lands for you to have a nice getaway without being too close to the next family. Would I come back? Yeah, just not with my dogs. read more

Are you seeking adventure and looking to see what a quaint little village on the north shore is like? This place is AWESOME and very accessible from downtown. Whether your looking to enjoy a hike up Quarry Rock, to chill out and eat a donut, rent a kayak, canoe this place is a hidden gem, well with the adventure. To complete this mission well, you need to trust that vancouver/north vancouver has AMAZING public transportation. Let's go. Travel Time: 60 mins (approx) (each way) Head to WATERFRONT station, jump on the SEABUS (every 15 mins) over to North Vancouver. Jump on a bus #239 from Lonsdale Quay to to Phibbs Exchange. Then transfer to the #212 bus to reach Deep Cove. THIS SOUNDS HARD BUT ITS NOT At waterfront station by a one day compass card. Can be used on the bus and the Seabus! read more

This place is so beautiful. I cannot believe that there is such a gorgeous place so close to the city! Great to spend the day exploring and appreciating the amazing vistas! read more

it is always crowded and no parking ever. I live near but when I want to get a snacky but there such long lines you could be waiting for up to 20min. but overall when I bring kids we have great time and the pics always are Insta worthy without my kids in them. but don't tell them that. love Karol. :) read more