Trout Lake Beach — Attraction in Vancouver

Trout Lake has two sides - one for dogs off-leash and one more geared towards families and children. The dog side of the park also hosts baseball diamonds on both sides.

The "on-leash" or "family" side has public washrooms, and a large playground and in the summer the concession stand is open. The prices are a bit high but the quality of the food is surprisingly high-end considering its a concession stand. (Source: I used to run that stand a couple of years back and I know the brands of the meats, etc.)

There is also a community centre that hosts a variety of events, classes and more. You do not need to live in the area to have access to these. However, most are paid events/classes. There are some free events to keep an eye out for. There is also an ice rink (that rents skates!)

The park itself is quite beautiful. However, really be aware that these trees are VERY dry. On windy days, be really careful or avoid. There have been MANY incidents of branches/large parts of the tree that have fallen and hit people.

The water is VERY dirty and no person should be swimming in it. It's stagnant water and is not fed by any natural water stream nor piping system. It is not filtered so the only way this water would be clean is if we got a LOT of rain. ((Truthfully, dogs should not be in this water either. However, dog owners including myself will let them anyway since it brings about so much extra quality to our pups lives).

There are a LOT of Canadian Geese. Compared to other parts in the city, they're SOMEWHAT nicer but still dont-go-near-them. There is also an abundance of geese poop so this is NOT a bare feet park. Also, watch your dogs - they'll be eating whatever poop they can find.

Don't go at night. Coyotes as well as other unfriendlies are out at that time. Late evenings can be a bit rough, too.

There are a couple of issues with homeless camping in the park. The park attendant does their best with it. However, they can only do so much. In particular, there is one area by the parking lot to avoid due to someone who lives out of a van there.

(If you see tents, avoid. There has been a couple w/ a dog that were living around the park in different places. Neither the people nor the dog...

Trout Lake, nestled within John Hendry Park in Vancouver, is a true urban oasis. Despite being within city limits, it offers a surprising escape into nature. The lake itself, though not huge, is picturesque, surrounded by lush greenery and the sounds of birdsong. It's a popular spot for a leisurely stroll or jog along the well-maintained trails that encircle its perimeter. Families flock to the park, enjoying picnics on the grassy slopes and watching children play on the playground. In the summer, the lake comes alive with swimmers, kayakers, and paddleboarders, all taking advantage of the cool, refreshing water. Even in the winter, the snow-dusted landscape offers a serene beauty, perfect for a quiet walk. Trout Lake provides a valuable connection to nature within the city, a place to relax, recharge, and appreciate the natural beauty...

Wonderful little local park with a parking trail around the lake. Lots of activities for everyone to do including walking and cycling. On the north side of the lake is a big off leash area, and older kids playground on the east side of the lake, and a newer playground on the west side by the community center. Lots of parking lots around the lake and street parking...