Sightseeing

Pacific Spirit Regional Park

📍 UBC peninsula, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, at 5495 Chancellor Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1E4 (multiple entrances, such as 16th Ave at Blanca/Sasamat and 33rd & Camosun).

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Quick Facts

Location: Canada, Vancouver
Category: Sightseeing
Duration: A short loop walk takes about 45 minutes; allow half a day for a beach round trip or longer hikes.
Ticket Price: Adult: Free · Free (no entry ticket; parking at trailhead lots is free).
Address: UBC peninsula, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, at 5495 Chancellor Blvd, Vancouver, BC V6T 1E4 (multiple entrances, such as 16th Ave at Blanca/Sasamat and 33rd & Camosun).
Coordinates: 49.2575, -123.2173

Introduction

Pacific Spirit Regional Park, on the UBC peninsula at the west end of Vancouver, protects roughly 763 hectares of mature temperate rainforest and coastal vegetation, managed by Metro Vancouver. The park contains about 73 km of trails through typical West Coast cedar, hemlock, and Douglas-fir forests, making it an excellent destination for hiking, cycling, trail running, and dog walking, with access to coastal stretches such as Wreck Beach via some entrances. The park is open free of charge with no perimeter fencing and adjoins the UBC campus, often being called 'UBC's forest backyard'.

✨ Highlights

Roughly 763 hectares of mature coastal temperate rainforest with a trail network of about 73 km

At Pacific Spirit Regional Park, Roughly 763 hectares of mature coastal temperate rainforest with a trail network of about 73 km is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

The Salish Trail is a signature experience through old-growth cedar and Douglas-fir

At Pacific Spirit Regional Park, The Salish Trail is a signature experience through old-growth cedar and Douglas-fir is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Free entry and free parking; dawn and dusk are especially rewarding times to explore

At Pacific Spirit Regional Park, Free entry and free parking; dawn and dusk are especially rewarding times to explore is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

Connects to the coastline such as Wreck Beach, offering both nature and coastal scenery

At Pacific Spirit Regional Park, Connects to the coastline such as Wreck Beach, offering both nature and coastal scenery is one of the most representative experiences of this destination.

🛈 Practical Info

→Best time to visit：Avoid the midday heat; mornings or late afternoons are more comfortable and better for photos.

→Transport：Arrange via local public transport, driving or a chartered transfer; check latest local transport info.

→Climate & dress：Prepare sun protection, water and suitable footwear for the local climate; some outdoor areas are exposed.

→On site：Follow on-site signs and rules; do not climb on or touch heritage features.

→Accessibility：Some areas have natural or uneven surfaces and may challenge those with limited mobility.

→Transportation：From downtown take buses 99, 4, or 14 to the UBC area; by car enter via Chancellor Blvd and others, with free parking at each trailhead.

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult	Free

Free (no entry ticket; parking at trailhead lots is free).

💡 Tips

• Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open year-round, usually daily 07:00-22:00 (subject to on-site notice).; admission: Free (no entry ticket; parking at trailhead lots is free)..

• Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.

• Respect local culture, customs and any religious norms; dress and behave accordingly.

• Combine with nearby sights and plan around local transport and accommodation.

FAQ

How much is the admission for Pacific Spirit Regional Park?

Adult: Free; Free (no entry ticket; parking at trailhead lots is free).

Any practical tips for visiting Pacific Spirit Regional Park?

Ticket prices, opening hours and tours may change; confirm on official channels on site. Queried opening hours: Open year-round, usually daily 07:00-22:00 (subject to on-site notice).; admission: Free (no entry ticket; parking at trailhead lots is free).. Prepare for the local climate (sun, hydration) and pace your visit accordingly.