Garry Point Park Richmond

Garry Point Park: Richmond's Sunset and Kite Beach

Category: Beaches & Parks | Area: Steveston, Richmond | Cost: Free | Best for: Sunsets, kite flying, picnics, beach walks, Steveston day trips

Garry Point Park is a large, open waterfront park at the southwest tip of Richmond, steps from historic Steveston Village. Log-strewn sandy beaches line its southern edge, and wide lawns face the Salish Sea, with Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands on the horizon. Many locals call it the best place in Richmond to watch the sun go down.

Where Is Garry Point Park?

The park is at 12011 Seventh Avenue, where the south arm of the Fraser River meets the sea. Its Hunʼqumiʼnum name is q̓ʷeyaʔχʷ.

Things to See and Do

Fly a Kite

Steady winds off the water make Garry Point one of the best kite-flying spots in Metro Vancouver. It is also the only Richmond park with a designated area for power kiting, which requires a City permit.

Watch the Sunset

The park faces west across the Strait of Georgia, so sunsets are the main event on clear evenings.

Visit the Kuno Garden

This Japanese-style memorial garden honours Steveston's Japanese Canadian heritage.

Explore Steveston

Walk past the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site to Steveston's fishermen's wharf, shops and fish and chip spots.

Barbecue by the Water

Garry Point is one of the few Richmond parks with designated areas where propane and natural gas barbecues are allowed.

Getting There

By car: Follow No. 1 Road or Railway Avenue south to Steveston and head west on Chatham Street or Moncton Street to Seventh Avenue. Parking is free.

By transit: Buses run to Steveston Village, a short walk from the park.

Good to Know

• Garry Point is not a designated swimming beach and has no lifeguards.
• Charcoal and wood fires are not allowed in Richmond parks.
• Washrooms and water fountains are on site.
• It can be windy, so bring a layer even in summer.

Best Time to Visit

Clear evenings for sunsets, and breezy spring and autumn days for kites. Spring brings cherry blossoms to the Steveston area.

More Beaches Nearby

North of the airport, Iona Beach Regional Park offers a long jetty walk and wide-open views. South of the river, sandy Centennial Beach is about 30 minutes away. See all options in our guide to the best beaches in Vancouver and Metro Vancouver.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is parking free at Garry Point Park?

Yes, parking at Garry Point Park is free.

Can you swim at Garry Point?

It is not a designated swimming beach and has no lifeguards. Sandy Centennial Beach in Delta is a better choice for swimming.

Do you need a permit to fly a kite at Garry Point?

No permit is needed for regular kites. Power kiting with a buggy or board requires a City of Richmond permit and is limited to the designated area.

Photo: Beach at Garry Point Park - panoramio by SpiderRider3, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.