A busy section of Vancouver's seawall is closed for two weeks
The City of Vancouver is advising local residents and visitors that a busy portion of the seawall has closed for vital maintenance work.
The Stanley Park seawall will be closed between Third Beach and Prospect Point starting Monday, Nov. 17, and Friday, Nov. 28, for the Park Board’s annual slope stabilization work.
According to the Park Board, the section of the world’s longest uninterrupted waterfront path is particularly exposed to rain, wind, and snow, which makes it vulnerable to seasonal weather and shifting rock damage.
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“Each year, our crews stabilize the rock face to minimize hazards and help prevent future closures,” said the Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation on social media.
“Thanks for planning ahead as we get this important maintenance and improvement work underway!”
Park Board crews will also be installing additional concrete barriers along the seawall between Third Beach and Prospect Point during the closure to increase protection for seawall users.
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Temporary detours will be in place for those looking to bike, walk, or roll the seawall during the closure period.
Stanley Park was recently listed as a key reason why Vancouver was named a top place to visit in 2026, according to National Geographic.
Vancouver was only one of three Canadian destinations on the list, alongside Quebec and the readers’ choice winner, Banff.
“Vancouver has a total of nine beaches, including Third Beach at Furguson Point, located on the western shore of Stanley Park. It is a quiet swimming spot with impressive sunset views, and it’s ideal for picnics, with concession stands and public restrooms nearby,” National Geographic said of the city.
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Another section of Vancouver’s seawall will remain closed for public safety.
In early February 2025, the City of Vancouver suddenly closed the popular decks of the seawall, situated between Science World and Olympic Village, that were originally built about 40 years ago for the Expo ’86 World’s Fair.
At the time, the municipal government had indicated this move was done as a precaution due to the deteriorating condition of the structure that sits on pilings over water. Prior to the closure, planning was already underway for the possible demolition of this segment of the decks, potentially beginning in 2027/2028 and finishing in 2032.