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Marine Drive: West Vancouver, West Vancouver, British Columbia
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Marine Drive: West Vancouver

Marine Drive · Park Royal → Horseshoe Bay

Twisty9.4 mi30 min900 ft climbHigh point ≈ 200 ftOne way
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The drive

Marine Drive in West Vancouver runs west from Park Royal, the end nearer Vancouver over the Lions Gate Bridge, through Ambleside and Dundarave. Past Dundarave it becomes a narrow, twisting road above the shore, passing Lighthouse Park and Caulfeild with views across the water to Point Grey and Bowen Island.

It ends in Horseshoe Bay, short of the ferry terminal. The 9.4 miles take about 30 minutes because the road is slow, residential and often busy.

Along the way

  1. Park Royal
  2. Dundarave
  3. Lighthouse Park
  4. Horseshoe Bay
Elevation
900 ft of climbing · high point ≈ 200 ft
Park RoyalHorseshoe Bay
Curves
Mostly moderate, with three twisty stretches
Park RoyalHorseshoe Bay
GentleHairpins

Good to know

  • Speeds are low and there are cyclists, so allow extra time.
  • The road is residential with parked cars and driveways.
  • Lions Gate Bridge had overnight paving restrictions in mid-October; check DriveBC if you are crossing it.

Open all year, weather permitting. Roads close for snow, fire, storms and repairs: before you set off, check DriveBC.

Questions about this drive

How long does Marine Drive in West Vancouver take?

Marine Drive from Park Royal to Horseshoe Bay is 9.4 miles and takes about 30 minutes.

Does Marine Drive go to Horseshoe Bay?

Yes. This drive ends on Marine Drive in Horseshoe Bay, short of the ferry terminal.

Is Marine Drive twisty?

West of Dundarave it is narrow and twisting above the shore.

What you get in the app

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Distance, time, elevation, curves and intensity are from Carve's route. Checked 2026-10-28.

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Map of Marine Drive: West Vancouver, from Park Royal to Horseshoe Bay