Waterfront Highlights

The City is implementing the Restoring Richmond Plan, a carefully planned step-by-step approach to reopening services, amenities and facilities impacted by COVID-19. See Affected City Services & Facilities for current service and amenity information.
Richmond is a community that celebrates its rich past and recognizes the full potential of its island legacy—a dynamic, productive and sustainable world-class waterfront.
Signature Waterfront Parks
Signature Waterfront Trails
Special Events on the Water
Enjoy spectacular waterfront views, gorgeous gardens and diverse play areas. Discover the beauty and fun for yourself!
- Britannia Heritage Shipyard Park—historic shipyard, museum and waterfront park
- Garry Point Park—waterfront location with spectacular views
- Imperial Landing Park—long boardwalk, fishing piers and observation tower
- Middle Arm Waterfront Park—piers, amphitheatre and multiple play areas
- Terra Nova Rural Park—boardwalks, trails, heritage buildings and agricultural activities

Our off-road recreational trails provide access to the City's major natural areas. Perfect for walking or cycling, the trail system connects around the perimeter of Richmond. Take an afternoon ride around the entire island (47.5 km) to see all the spectacular views. Allow for 2 hours and 45 minutes if cycling. Or take advantage of these popular routes which vary in distance and difficulty.
- Steveston South Dyke: 6 km
- West Dyke & South Dyke: 26.5 km
- East Richmond, South & North Arm River: 23.5 km
- Sea Island & Middle Arm: 25 km
- West, South Dyke & Sea Island: 30 km
- Middle Arm, East & Central Richmond: 38 km
- Middle Arm, Shell Road Trail & West Dyke: 43.5 km

City Centre Middle Arm Waterfront
Home to the Richmond Olympic Oval and UBC Lecky Boathouse, this is the City's most urban waterfront. Two new piers, a range and variety of seating opportunities, accessible play areas for children, public art and lush native plantings make this a unique destination. This City centre waterfront is rapidly transforming and each year more amenities and interesting features are being added.

Richmond Olympic Oval Riverside Plaza

Special Events

The Steveston Salmon Festival is one of the largest non-profit Canada Day celebrations in Canada. For over 60 years, residents have paid homage to Steveston's salmon empire. The citizens of Steveston host "Canada's biggest little birthday party' each year.
Find out more about Programs and Events on the Water.
Picturesque Viewing Spots

- West Dyke Trail Head at Terra Nova Rural Park—view the river, estuary and wildlife
- Middle Arm Waterfront Park—view the North Shore mountains and Gulf Islands
- Garry Point Park—view the beaches, ships, fishing boats, ocean wildlife
- Imperial Landing Park—view harbour activity, Steveston Village activities and wildlife
- Iona Beach Regional Park—view the ocean, mudflats and mountains
- Flight Path Park—view planes swooshing overhead