beach · Canada · British Columbia
Wreck Beach
Canada's largest and most famous clothing-optional beach — over 7 km of coastline below the cliffs of UBC, with a long-standing naturist culture.
Family-friendly LGBTQ+ friendly $
Wreck Beach is Canada's most iconic naturist beach: over seven kilometres of Pacific coast below the cliffs of the University of British Columbia campus, accessed via a long flight of stairs. The naturist tradition here dates to the 1970s and the beach has its own active preservation society. Atmosphere is mixed but distinctly community-driven; vendors sell food and drinks during the season. Bring everything you need — there are no permanent facilities at sea level.
Amenities
- Long sand beach
- Vendors (in season)
- Volleyball
- Trail access from UBC
Best for
- Confident first-timers
- Sunny summer days
- Locals