Boundary Bay Regional Park

<div class="ExternalClass417DC3041E974498969FA5B2BD7957BE"><p>Explore the seashore for dune plants and marine life, watch raptors soar over open fields, or admire vast views while strolling or cycling the dyke. <br></p></div>

Boundary Bay

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<div class="ExternalClass41413AA26E8F4EE6854FB82FE04542DE"><ul><li>Wood campfires and portable gas campfires are only allowed in designated fire rings.</li><li>Charcoal and propane barbecues, and gas cooking stoves are only allowed in areas with picnic tables. You must stay with the barbecue or stove at all times. Dispose of charcoal in the designated receptacles.</li><li>Report wildfires to 911 and regional parks staff.<br></li></ul><p>For more info, call 604-432-6350.</p></div>

<div class="ExternalClassD6FD57D87CA841298EC76BB9E6885038"><ul><li>Wood campfires are prohibited.</li><li>Portable gas campfires are only allowed in designated fire rings.</li><li>Charcoal and propane barbecues, and gas cooking stoves are only allowed in areas with picnic tables. You must stay with the barbecue or stove at all times. Dispose of charcoal in the designated receptacles.</li><li>Report wildfires to 911 and regional parks staff.</li></ul><p>For more info, call 604-432-6350.</p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass331CF982803E4B3F9E05269AE0C81424"><ul><li>Wood campfires and charcoal barbecues/cooking stoves are prohibited.</li><li>Portable gas campfires are only allowed in designated fire rings.</li><li>Propane barbecues and gas cooking stoves are only allowed in areas with picnic tables. You must stay with the barbecue or stove at all times.</li><li>Report wildfires to 911 and regional parks staff.<br></li></ul><p>For more info, call 604-432-6350.</p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass5217203EB13F4AF9A9069B6628ACBCF1"><ul><li>Wood campfires and charcoal barbecues/cooking stoves are prohibited.</li><li>Portable gas campfires are only allowed in designated fire rings.<br></li><li>Propane barbecues and gas cooking stoves are only allowed in areas with picnic tables. You must stay with the barbecue or stove at all times.</li><li>Report wildfires to 911 and regional parks staff.</li></ul><p>For more info, call 604-432-6350.</p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass6E084C4D1A964D0A8F4D6429E05EDE8F"><p>Continued dry weather has resulted in conditions that are tinder dry and extremely sensitive to sparks and fire.</p><ul><li>All campfires and charcoal barbecues/cooking stoves are prohibited.</li><li>Propane barbecues and gas cooking stoves are only allowed in areas with picnic tables. You must stay with the barbecue or stove at all times.</li><li>Report wildfires to 911 and regional parks staff.<br></li></ul><p>For more info, call 604-432-6350.</p></div>

<div class="ExternalClassE7A77F3B5BFB47C5AF858A7284906B52"><p>Continued dry weather has resulted in conditions that are tinder dry and extremely sensitive to sparks and fire.</p><ul><li>All campfires are prohibited.</li><li>All barbecues/cooking stoves are prohibited.<br></li><li>Report wildfires to 911 and regional parks staff.</li></ul><p>For more info, call 604-432-6350.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClassF2962AA3CB894BC58B11B8ACEE4CA945"><ul><li>Wood campfires are prohibited due to the BC Wildfire Service campfire ban.</li><li>Portable gas campfires are only allowed in designated fire rings.</li><li>Charcoal and propane barbecues, and gas cooking stoves are only allowed in areas with picnic tables. You must stay with the barbecue or stove at all times. Dispose of charcoal in the designated receptacles.</li><li>Report wildfires to 911 and regional parks staff.</li></ul><p>For more info, call 604-432-6350.<br></p><br><br></div>

6/12/2026 7:00:00 AM

<div class="ExternalClassC7B63D84BE8048BEB7BD49096D9E8CDC"><p>The fire danger rating is currently low, but can change quickly.</p><ul><li>Wood campfires and portable gas campfires are only allowed in designated fire rings.</li> <li>Charcoal and propane barbecues, and gas cooking stoves are only allowed in areas with picnic tables. You must stay with the barbecue or stove at all times. Dispose of charcoal in the designated receptacles.</li><li>Report wildfires to 911 and regional parks staff.<br></li></ul></div>

<div class="ExternalClass3C6B1643671349C687866F6BE2B5BFD9"><p>The fire danger rating is currently low, but can change quickly.</p><ul><li>Wood campfires are prohibited due to the BC Wildfire Service campfire ban.</li><li>Portable gas campfires are only allowed in designated fire rings.</li><li>Charcoal and propane barbecues, and gas cooking stoves are only allowed in areas with picnic tables. You must stay with the barbecue or stove at all times. Dispose of charcoal in the designated receptacles.</li><li>Report wildfires to 911 and regional parks staff.</li></ul><p>For more info, call 604-432-6350.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass7F79B89EFE07498F99C4CEA62A760FA1"><ul><li>Wood campfires are prohibited due to the BC Wildfire Service campfire ban.</li><li>Portable gas campfires are only allowed in designated fire rings.</li><li>Charcoal and propane barbecues, and gas cooking stoves are only allowed in areas with picnic tables. You must stay with the barbecue or stove at all times. Dispose of charcoal in the designated receptacles.</li><li>Report wildfires to 911 and regional parks staff.</li></ul><p>For more info, call 604-432-6350.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass7F79B89EFE07498F99C4CEA62A760FA1"><ul><li>Wood campfires and charcoal barbecues/cooking stoves are prohibited.</li><li>Portable gas campfires are only allowed in designated fire rings.</li><li>Propane barbecues and gas cooking stoves are only allowed in areas with picnic tables. You must stay with the barbecue or stove at all times.<br></li><li>Report wildfires to 911 and regional parks staff.</li></ul><p>For more info, call 604-432-6350.<br></p></div>

Trail closures and detours at Mud Bay

<div class="ExternalClassDDC634CB958D4E4E84C3A48F926FF989"><div><div><p>Some trail sections at Mud Bay (at the eastern end of the Boundary Bay Dyke Trail) are temporarily closed until September 2025. Detour routes are in place but visitors should expect to encounter large trucks in one area (see map). Construction work is underway for upgrading the dykes (<a href="https://www.surrey.ca/services-payments/water-drainage-sewer/flood-control-and-prevention/coastal-flood-adaptation-projects/colebrook-dyke-upgrades">Colebrook Dyke Projects</a>) and improving flood protection (<a href="https://www.surrey.ca/services-payments/water-drainage-sewer/flood-control-and-prevention/coastal-flood-adaptation-projects/mud-bay">Mud Bay Nature-based Foreshore Enhancements</a>). For more information, see <a href="https://www.surrey.ca/services-payments/water-drainage-sewer/flood-control-and-prevention/coastal-flood-adaptation-projects/mud-bay#notification">details on construction activity</a>, contact the City of Surrey at 604-591-4253, or email <a href="mailto:EngWebmail@surrey.ca" target="_blank">EngWebmail@surrey.ca</a>.<br></p></div></div></div>

Boundary Bay Regional Park

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Boundary Bay Regional Park

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Boundary Bay Regional Park

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17.0

19.2

<div class="ExternalClassAD3CB73781CC459DB6AD332D094883FE"><strong></strong><strong></strong><strong>June 2 to August 24:</strong> 7:00 am – 10:00 pm<br><strong>August 25 to September 7:</strong> 7:00 am – 9:00 pm<br></div>

<div class="ExternalClassEB802712E4CD4C4D9A041BA227D88695"><p>There are a number of trails in Boundary Bay Regional Park, including: <br></p><ul><li>Savannah and Raptor trails create a network of flat, pedestrian-only routes (about 4 km return from Centennial Beach). Winding between Wildlife Reserves and Dune Protection Areas, the habitat variety along these trails makes great wildife viewing. By keeping your dog leashed and out of sensitive habitats, you help protect park wildlife. Thanks!<br></li><li>Dyke Trail is 17 km from 17A Ave to Mud Bay (34 km return) and has spectacular views of Boundary Bay. This flat trail is shared with cyclists and equestrians and has multiple access points (parking regulations are strictly enforced). Farm vehicles also use the trail; please move aside to let them pass. <br></li></ul><p>To see all the trails in the park, view the <a href="/services/regional-parks/Documents/boundary-bay-regional-park-map.pdf">park map</a>.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass214A0745B19C4C03B91F566516857556"><p>For visitors arriving by bicycle, bike racks are located at Centennial Beach near the washroom building. 12 Ave Dyke Trail (Centennial Beach to 12 Ave) is a shared trail for cycling and hiking. Cyclists yield to pedestrians.</p><p>Dyke Trail (17A Ave to Mud Bay Park) is a shared trail for cycling, hiking and horseback riding. Pedestrians yield to equestrians; cyclists yield to pedestrians and equestrians. All visitors yield to farm vehicles.<br></p><p>Cycling is not permitted on any pedestrian-only trails.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass96A70EE71A794DD8AA22DD8FB8205FB4"><p>Horse riding is permitted on Boundary Bay Dyke Trail between 17A Ave and Mud Bay and the trail is shared with cyclists and hikers. Pedestrians yield to equestrians; cyclists yield to pedestrians and equestrians. All visitors yield to farm vehicles<br></p><p>Equestrians are not permitted between 12th Ave and Centennial Beach.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass8398833AE555458CA9FB0627F4769A57"><p>Please give farm vehicles the right-of-way on the Boundary Bay Dyke Trail. Stand to the side of the dyke, off the travelled surface, to let farm vehicles pass.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass7992032A1A2046E6A60E230861DB1FBD"><p>Dogs must be leashed and under control. Off-leash dogs can have significant impacts on ground-nesting birds and other wildlife year-round. Please scoop your dog's poop and dispose of it properly.<br></p><p>Dogs are not permitted in the park’s three wildlife reserves. Dogs are also not permitted on most of Centennial Beach - signs and yellow marker posts indicate the area where dogs are prohibited. </p><p><a href="/services/regional-parks/dogs-in-regional-parks">More on dogs in Metro Vancouver regional parks ...</a></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass7AC0A22CDA3145259FCA3833E3B952B2"><ul><li><a href="/services/regional-parks/facility/cammidge-house" title="Metro Vancouver - Cammidge House">Cammidge House</a><br> This historic building is typical of farmhouses from the early 1900s. It was re-located to the park and restoration was completed in 1999.</li><li><a href="/services/regional-parks/facility/centennial-beach-picnic-shelters" title="Metro Vancouver - Centennial Beach Picnic Shelter">Picnic Shelters</a><br> When shelters are <strong>not </strong>booked, they are available on a first-come, first-served basis.</li><li><a href="/services/regional-parks/facility/centennial-beach" title="Centennial Beach">Centennial Beach</a></li></ul><p>The reservable section of the beach and both shelters are within the designated area where adults may consume alcohol, 11:00 am until sunset. <a href="/services/regional-parks/Documents/boundary-bay-regional-park-alcohol-allowed-area-centennial-beach-map.pdf" target="_blank" title="Alcohol-allowed area – Centennial Beach map">Alcohol-allowed area – Centennial Beach map</a>. Outside the designated alcohol-allowed area, liquor is prohibited.</p><br></div>

<div class="ExternalClass63A03CB4F7004012B8BF9D8D535D787E"><div><p>Boundary Bay Regional Park is accessible by transit. <a href="https://www.translink.ca/" target="_blank">Visit translink.ca</a><br></p></div></div>

<div class="ExternalClass66EB4C8D6A894BF7A1053FBF6CC0903D"><p>Before heading to the park, visitors can check the park webpage to see an estimate of how much parking space is available (at the top of the page, near the park hours). <br>If parking is at capacity, please consider other ways to get to the park. There is no parking along Boundary Bay Road.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass197AC9C9385844989BE6F3C465D658E2">At low tides, foreshore mudflats may have sinking hazards due to extremely soft sand. Be aware of changing tides – distant sandbars can remain exposed while water closer to shore gets deeper.<br></div>

<div class="ExternalClass30B26AAF1D5D4C138A7A57C5B3E4A1AC"><p>An internationally recognized Important Bird Area, Boundary Bay Regional Park is a critical rest stop for thousands of birds using the Pacific Flyway migration route.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass8ABC8760A83745248906080ABE5852A0"><p>Centennial Beach concession hours:<br></p><ul><li>Weekdays 11:30 am to 7:00 pm</li><li>Weekends 11:00 am to 7:30 pm<br></li></ul><p></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass8A6EA5C571604FF08E2FAB4D069C7E47"><p>The park is habitat for a variety of wildlife including coyotes. Never feed, disturb or approach wildlife, or leave any garbage behind. See <a href="/services/regional-parks/Documents/regional-parks-coyote-brochure.pdf" target="_blank">Help Keep Coyotes Wild and People Safe</a> for more information.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass58DCA73BAB9D479DAF04E10F8BA26783"> <div class="ExternalClassDC5E1F4280C74AC7B1855EC3B0277A16"><p>The Centennial Beach washrooms, changerooms and concession are wheelchair accessible. In addition, there are several wheelchair accessible picnic tables, a playground and parking. </p><p>From May to September, a blue beachmat walkway provides access to the beach environment.</p><p>The viewing platform at the west end of the 12th Avenue dyke can also be accessed by wheelchair users.<br></p></div><p>Trail Accessibility:<br>12 Ave Dyke Trail is a semi-firm surface, with some patches of coarse gravel. The trail is 2 km long, minimum 4 m wide, with minimal slopes.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass1AD15E0688414BC2971D20F03268EE9A"><p>Fires are permitted only in the 4 designated fire rings at <a href="/services/regional-parks/facility/centennial-beach">Centennial Beach</a>. First come, first served. Restrictions may apply e.g. wildfire season. </p><ul><li>Use only bundled firewood.</li><li>Stay with the fire at all times.</li><li>Extinguish the fire completely (30 minutes before park closes).</li></ul></div>

<div class="ExternalClass8D77A92E3CEE45C2BD313AF13AD62223"><p>Two electric vehicle charging stations are available in the parking lot close to the concession/washroom building. <br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClassD87A335A1F3F446195CC5A365EE2F2C3">To learn about field trips and workshops in regional parks, go to<br></div><div class="ExternalClassD87A335A1F3F446195CC5A365EE2F2C3"> <div class="ExternalClass96F2BDBD1C6D4DEAA431CF018E2EE8E6"><ul class="fa-ul"><li> <span class="fa-li"><i class="fa-light fa-link"></i></span><a href="/school-programs/K-12-Field-Trips-and-Programs">School Field Trips Information </a></li><li> <span class="fa-li"><i class="fa-light fa-link"></i></span><a href="/services/regional-parks/nature-activities">Workshops and Community Group Field Trips Information</a><br></li></ul></div></div><br>

<div class="ExternalClass5D0449A664AA489BA9DAA563498BCD07"><p>To learn about ways to <a href="/services/regional-parks/get-involved">get involved in regional parks</a>, contact the <a href="mailto:trina.sakata@metrovancouver.org">Community Development Coordinator</a> at 604-520-6442.<br></p></div>

<div class="ExternalClass5CEB8CC517754D24B616BD88A2F668AF"><p>Adults may consume alcohol in the designated area, 11:00 am until sunset.</p><p>The designated area at Centennial Beach includes the picnic shelters at Centennial Beach and a portion of the beach to the east as shown on the map, and as indicated by signs in the park.</p><ul class="fa-ul"><li> <span class="fa-li"><i class="fa-light fa-file" aria-hidden="true"></i></span><a href="/services/regional-parks/Documents/boundary-bay-regional-park-alcohol-allowed-area-centennial-beach-map.pdf" target="_blank" title="Alcohol-allowed area – Centennial Beach map">Alcohol-allowed area – Centennial Beach map</a></li></ul><p>Research shows drinking alcohol poses an elevated risk to your health. Consider the <a href="https://www.ccsa.ca/sites/default/files/2023-05/CGAH-Drinking-Less-is-Better-en.pdf" target="_blank" title="Visit the Canadian Centre on Subtance Use and Addiction - Drinking less is better Infographic">information provided by health authorities</a> about the related risks to make informed decisions.</p><p>Alcohol and water don’t mix. Even small amounts of alcohol can affect behaviour and ability, increasing the risk of drowning.</p><p>Reminders:</p><ul><li>Check requirements for <a href="https://forms.metrovancouver.org/parks/Pages/special-event-use-permit.aspx" target="_blank" title="Special Event/Use Permit - Form">Special Event/Use Permit</a> to see if you need one for your event, activity, or gathering.</li><li>Outside the designated alcohol-allowed area, liquor is prohibited.</li></ul><br></div>

Tidal flats at Boundary Bay Regional Park	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/BoundaryBay-photo1_jpg.jpg	Tidal flats at Boundary Bay Regional Park
Great blue herons at Boundary Bay Regional Park	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Boundary%20Bay-photo4_jpg.jpg	Great blue herons at Boundary Bay Regional Park
Boundary Bay Regional Park protects rare coastal sand ecosystems, including sand dunes.	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Boundary%20Bay-photo5_jpg.jpg	Boundary Bay Regional Park protects rare coastal sand ecosystems, including sand dunes.
Views from Boundary Bay Regional Park	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Boundary%20Bay-photo6_jpg.jpg	Views from Boundary Bay Regional Park
Misty morning sunrise at Boundary Bay Regional Park	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/BoundaryBay-photo6_JPG.jpg	Misty morning sunrise at Boundary Bay Regional Park
Beach explorer at Boundary Bay Regional Park	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Boundary%20Bay-photo7_jpg.jpg	Beach explorer at Boundary Bay Regional Park
Sunset at Boundary Bay	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/BoundaryBay-photo7_jpg.jpg	Sunset at Boundary Bay
Boundary Bay views from Dyke Trail in Boundary Bay Regional Park	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Boundary%20Bay-photo8_JPG.jpg	Boundary Bay views from Dyke Trail in Boundary Bay Regional Park
Explore the beach at Boundary Bay Regional Park, but please leave sand dollars and sea stars where you find them.	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/BoundaryBay-photo8_jpg.jpg	Explore the beach at Boundary Bay Regional Park, but please leave sand dollars and sea stars where you find them.
Park interpreter shares wonders of seashore life at Boundary Bay Regional Park	https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/BoundaryBay-photo9_jpg.jpg	Park interpreter shares wonders of seashore life at Boundary Bay Regional Park

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Boundary Bay Regional Park

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6/12/2026 7:00:00 AM

Trail closures and detours at Mud Bay

Boundary Bay Regional Park

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