Overview
White Rock is a compact beach community that serves as a popular weekend escape for Vancouverites. The town is dominated by the Semiahmoo Bay waterfront, anchored by the iconic 400-tonne white boulder that gives the city its name.
Beach · Budget Travel · Day Trips · Transit Hub
Before you go
Emergency
Peace Arch Hospital at 15521 Russell Ave has a 24/7 emergency department. Canadian emergency number is 911.
Food
Beachfront Marine Drive has restaurants and patios. Budget options include Asian eateries on Russell Ave and George St with mains $9-15.
Safety
Stay off train tracks near the pier. Multiple fatalities have occurred from distracted pedestrians being struck by trains.
Transport
White Rock is on Highway 99, 45 minutes south of Vancouver. TransLink buses and community shuttles serve the town; a car is needed for South Surrey attractions.
Weather
Best months are July-August (highs 22°C, low rainfall under 35 mm). Winters are mild but wet, with February receiving 158 mm of precipitation.