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Getting Here & Parking

What You Need to Know

Located in the heart of Coal Harbour, the Vancouver Rowing Club offers convenient parking just steps from the clubhouse. Our on-site parking lot is reserved exclusively for VRC members, ensuring priority while enjoying the club and its facilities. Whether you’re heading out on the water, coming down for a workout or spending time in the Carver Room, our central location makes getting here simple—while keeping parking accessible for our membership.

Members and guests can reach the club in a variety of ways. You’re welcome to drive and make use of nearby parking options, or take advantage of Vancouver’s scenic seawall by walking or cycling directly to the clubhouse. Public transit is also a convenient option, with several routes serving the Coal Harbour and Stanley Park area, making it easy to visit without a car.

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Member Parking Permits

Moorage Parking Permits

Moorage parking permits are available to moorage members upon completion of all required documentation and payment of applicable fees. These permits provide access to the VRC parking lot, helping ensure convenient and prioritized parking for active moorage holders.

Each moorage member may register their vehicles with the club; however, only one registered vehicle per moored vessel may be in the parking lot at any given time. Members are asked to keep their vehicle information up to date by promptly notifying the club office of any changes to license plates or registrations. Please note that moorage members are not eligible to purchase additional moorage or non-moorage parking permits.

Moorage parking permits are valid at all times, including overnight parking for up to four (4) consecutive nights within a seven (7) day period. Permits expire annually on March 31 in alignment with the moorage contract. To avoid ticketing or towing, members should ensure their moorage renewal documentation is submitted on time.

Non-Moorage Parking Permits

Non-moorage parking permits are available to VRC members in good standing for an annual fee of $35. Each eligible member may purchase one permit per year, providing access to the club parking lot during designated times.

Members may register their vehicle with the club; however, only one registered vehicle per member may be in the parking lot at any given time. To avoid any issues, members are asked to promptly update the club office with any changes to their vehicle registration or license plate information.

Non-moorage parking is available during the following hours:

  • Summer (May 1 to September 30): Monday 6:00am to Thursday 2:30pm
  • Winter (October 1 to April 30): Monday 6:00am to Friday 2:30pm

Permits expire annually on September 30 in line with the membership year. To avoid ticketing or towing, members should ensure their membership dues and renewal documentation are submitted on time.

Moorage Only Parking

Moorage-Only Parking Hours:

  • Summer (May 1 – September 30): Thursday 2:30pm to Monday 6:00am
  • Winter (October 1 – April 30): Friday 2:30pm to Monday 6:00am

Outside of these times, parking is available to non-moorage members in good standing who have purchased an annual parking pass ($35). Non-moorage members may also register up to four vehicles, with a limit of one vehicle in the lot at a time.

​Parking is permitted in marked stalls only; vehicles parked on grass, access roads, near the garbage shed, or in restricted areas may also be ticketed or towed. The designated Commodore’s parking space is strictly reserved.

If the parking lot is full, members are asked to wait for a space or use nearby public parking options.

Non-Moorage Parking

Non-Moorage Parking Hours:

  • Summer (May 1 – September 30): Monday 6:00am to Thursday 2:30pm
  • Winter (October 1 – April 30): Monday 6:00am to Friday 2:30pm

All vehicles must be registered with the club.  Annual non-moorage parking permits are available in the Club Office for $35. Unregistered vehicles will be ticketed or towed at the owner’s expense—please note that decals, mirror hangers, or dashboard notes are not valid substitutes for registration.

Parking is permitted in marked stalls only; vehicles parked on grass, access roads, near the garbage shed, or in restricted areas may also be ticketed or towed. The designated Commodore’s parking space is strictly reserved.

If the parking lot is full, members are asked to wait for a space or use nearby public parking options.

Visitor Parking

Visitors and guests are required to use public parking when visiting the Vancouver Rowing Club. Paid parking is available along Stanley Park Drive in front of the clubhouse (excluding the designated loading zone), as well as in the larger lot near the Stanley Park Information Centre, just east of the club. Payment can be made at parking meters or through one of the posted mobile apps. Check with EasyPark for parking rates and restrictions. 

Annual parking permits for Stanley Park are also available through EasyPark for those who frequent the area.

Click Here for more information about parking in Stanley Park.

Contractor Parking

Contractor Parking Permits

Contractor parking permits are available for those completing work at the Vancouver Rowing Club and must be arranged through the club office in advance. All contractors are required to be registered, and members are responsible for ensuring their contractors are aware of and follow VRC parking procedures.

A limited number of contractor permits are issued each day and are subject to availability. These permits are valid Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm only, and are not valid on weekends or statutory holidays. Contractors must park in designated areas and comply with all posted parking regulations while on site.

Accessible Visitor Parking
Accessible parking is available nearby for those who require it. There is one accessible pay parking stall located directly in front of the clubhouse, just to the east of the designated loading zone. Additional accessible pay parking stalls can be found in the larger public parking lot at the Stanley Park Information Centre, a short distance from the club.
Motorcycle Parking
Motorcycles belonging to club members may park alongside the access path beside the shed (without blocking the path), but must still have their license plate registered with the club office.

Bike Racks
Bicycle parking is available for both members and visitors. Guests and event attendees will find a bike rack conveniently located under the stairs just outside the main doors on the mid (street) level of the building.

Members have access to two larger bike racks on the back deck, accessible through the east and west seawall gates. For moorage members, additional bike parking is available with a small rack just outside the east moorage gate at the bottom of the ramp, as well as a second rack located just inside the gate. All cyclists are encouraged to securely lock their bicycles, regardless of which rack they are using.