An easy one-way route to a big view, with water along the way. Little climbing, so it suits a slow morning or an evening walk. Most people take 30–60 minutes. Busy on weekends, so go early.
Easy · 2–2.5 km one-way · +0–10 m climb · 30–60 minutes · Dogs: on leash
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North Shore · ~15 min from downtown · reachable by transit
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check District of West Vancouver before you go.
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| Region | North Shore |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Season | Year-round |
| Trailhead | Ambleside Park or Dundarave Pier, 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 | Lakes & water, Views |
| Crowds | Busy, especially weekends |
| Managed by | District of West Vancouver |
Flat waterfront walkway; distance is one way. Dogs are restricted on parts of the seawalk; follow posted rules.
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 2–2.5 km (one-way) with roughly 0–10 m of elevation gain. Most people take 30–60 minutes. 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. "Ambleside to Dundarave Seawalk." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/centennial-seawalk/
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