What makes it 94% Kids-Friendly: Huge sea-monster playground, sandy beach, free festivals and nearby washrooms deliver hours of safe, energetic fun for kids aged 3-12, so the park is almost ideal for this segment.
Why 2–3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Gives time to play at the playground, build in the sand, picnic and explore the beach without rushing young children.
Play on Sea-Creature Sculptures:
Climb the octopus, salmon and Cadborosaurus sculptures.
Tip: Have children wear water shoes to protect feet on concrete and supervise the zip-line closely.
Build Sand Castles:
Use the flat sandy areas near the playground for family sand-castle contests.
Tip: Pack buckets, shovels and a towel; low tide reveals more beach space.
Picnic and Lawn Games:
Spread a blanket on the grassy field for snacks or frisbee.
Tip: Bring a small ball or frisbee and refillable water bottles—the park has no food vendors.
Boat Launch & Kayaking:
Launch your own kayak or paddleboard from the free ramp.
Tip: Check rental shops in Cadboro Bay Village; prices start around CA$45 for 1.5 hours.
Shorebird and Sunset Watching:
Scan for eagles and herons at the bird sanctuary and watch the sun dip behind the Olympics.
Tip: Bring binoculars and stay until dusk for best light.

Marcus L
Grassy field with kids play zone and a beach. Onsite bathrooms with ample parking. Kids area has a large sea monster and octopus as well as a zip line. Beach strip but it’s normally covered in fallen washed up logs. Good spot to spend a afternoon
M S
Greet park, lots of room to rum around. The views of the water are beautiful. My girls loved the octopus, and the playground equipment. The zip line was long but a bit slow. Lots of things to climb on. The bathrooms were clean. A lot of ducks and dogs in the park. Only the dogs were on leashes.
Ramesh Sharma
Just perfect location for spending your weekend with your kids as there lots to do for kids including sand and sea. The day we visited was perfect neither hot nor cold so it was a superb experience for us. Food stalls even make this location more perfect for spend time.
Lynn24
A perfect spot for an ocean view, early meditation, yachts anchored against the shore, flocks of geese gossiping about the weatherman and children exploring the sea creatures installed on the playground. Pebbles are casted on the beach, the wood pieces of art, the breaking of the tides, calming down, washing away sorrows, burdens, everyday’s troublesome moments. The family friendly park is a walk...
Tammy Maynard
Nice beach can be busy at times. Best playground for kids, there is something for every age group. I loved it when I was a kid, all 4 of my kids have loved it. My recent visit proved that it's still a favorite with kids. Best bathroom facilities around or neck and neck with Mt Doug beach. Easy beach to navigate if you have mobility issues. Overall great place to comes with the whole family there u...
Summer hosts free events like Cadboro Bay Festival (early August) and Ocean Week (June). Weekends get busy. Spring and fall visits are quieter. Wind picks up in late afternoon—bring layers.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Picnic supplies | CAD 20 |
| Kayak or SUP rental (per board) | CAD 45 |
| Frisbee/ball | CAD 10 |
| Total Estimated | CAD 75 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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