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Richmond, BC waterfront piers and boat access: every listed site
Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
Richmond, British Columbia’s waterfront service lists public pier, dock, moorage and launch locations with different rules. Mitchell Island Pier is closed to public access. Imperial Landing fishing is restricted to marked dock-end zones, while its visiting-boat moorage has separate fees and time limits.
Key information
Richmond, British Columbia’s waterfront service lists public pier, dock, moorage and launch locations with different rules. Mitchell Island Pier is closed to public access. Imperial Landing fishing is restricted to marked dock-end zones, while its visiting-boat moorage has separate fees and time limits.
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Key details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Imperial moorage | Maximum 3 days in a 14-day period |
| Imperial price | $1.50 per foot per 24 hours; credit-card payment on arrival |
| McDonald annual permit | $110 resident/$165 non-resident, plus GST |
| McDonald 2026 daily rate | $26 first day; $12.50 additional parking days, maximum 5 days |
| Closed site | Mitchell Island Pier |
Sources: Fishing Piers & Boating · Richmond official park location records
Before you start
Choose the destination by activity. A viewing wharf, fishing zone, transient-moorage dock and boat ramp are not interchangeable. The individual sections cover every named waterfront destination group, with Middle Arm’s two separately located piers kept visible.
The city requires a Tidal Waters Fishing Licence for fishing from piers, docks, floats or the Lower Fraser River edge. This guide explains local access, not species seasons or catch limits. Use current Fisheries and Oceans Canada rules before angling.
Sources: Fishing Piers & Boating · Richmond official park location records
Rules and exceptions
- Britannia’s heritage dock is not available for public moorage.
- Imperial Landing moorage is first come, first served with no advance booking. Use designated outside/channel-side spaces; inside moorage needs prior city approval. The fishing zones at both dock ends prohibit moorage.
- Pay Imperial Landing on arrival with the vessel name or bow licence number. Water service is not provided. Black/grey-water dumping is prohibited and quiet hours are 10 p.m.-7 a.m.
- McDonald Beach Boat Launch has two ramps, washrooms and picnic tables. It opens sunrise to sunset daily, not 24 hours. Annual permits and daily meter payments are separate options.
- Additional vehicle/trailer parking at McDonald is limited to five days under the published daily option. Check the precise meter charge before arrival.
- The city may close docks for maintenance or special events; a named site is not a live opening guarantee.
Sources: Fishing Piers & Boating · Richmond official park location records
What to do next
- Pick your activity
Distinguish viewing, fishing, moorage and launch access.
- Check the site restrictions
Observe closed sites, designated fishing zones and sunrise/sunset launch hours.
- Prepare licences and payment
Use the appropriate fishing licence and the named moorage/launch payment process.
Sources: Fishing Piers & Boating · Richmond official park location records
Places and service locations
Britannia Shipyards Dock
South foot of Railway Avenue
A heritage waterfront viewing dock. Public moorage is prohibited.
Sources: Fishing Piers & Boating · Richmond official park location records
Imperial Landing Dock
Imperial Landing Waterfront Park, Steveston waterfront
A 183-metre dock with marked fishing ends and designated channel-side transient moorage. Maximum 3 days in 14; no advance booking.
Sources: Fishing Piers & Boating · Richmond official park location records
No. 2 Road Fishing Pier and Float
No. 2 Road at South Dyke Trail
A historic Cannery Channel-area pier/float with picnic tables, washrooms, signage and parking.
Sources: Fishing Piers & Boating · Richmond official park location records
No. 3 Road Sports Fishing Pier
South foot of No. 3 Road
A large Fraser River fishing pier with parking and washrooms.
Sources: Fishing Piers & Boating · Richmond official park location records
No. 7 Road Pier
15811 River Road
A restored barge-loading pier destination with open grass, woodlot, small beach, washroom and parking. This is the park’s recorded address.
Sources: Fishing Piers & Boating · Richmond official park location records
Mitchell Island Pier
11497 Twigg Place
Currently closed to public access. The recorded address is retained for identification, not an invitation to enter.
- Access status
- Closed to public access
Sources: Fishing Piers & Boating · Richmond official park location records
Middle Arm Greenway pier at Cambie
River Road and Cambie Road
One of the two named Middle Arm waterfront pier locations along the greenway.
Sources: Fishing Piers & Boating · Richmond official park location records
Middle Arm Greenway pier at Hollybridge
River Road and Hollybridge Way
The other separately located pier named by the city. The greenway includes seating, public art and play spaces.
Sources: Fishing Piers & Boating · Richmond official park location records
McDonald Beach Boat Launch
3500 McDonald Road
Two launch ramps with washrooms and picnic tables, open sunrise to sunset. Launch and parking fees apply.
- Operating period
- Sunrise to sunset
Sources: Fishing Piers & Boating · Richmond official park location records
Addresses come from the named service source. Maps locate the site and do not promise a verified accessible entrance. Seasonal status is stated where verified.
Sources: Fishing Piers & Boating · Richmond official park location records
Useful questions and answers
Is Mitchell Island Pier open to visitors?
No. The reviewed city page says it is closed to public access.
Source: Fishing Piers & Boating
Can I moor at Britannia’s heritage dock?
No. It is not available for public moorage.
Source: Fishing Piers & Boating
Can I reserve Imperial Landing moorage in advance?
No. It is first come, first served.
Source: Fishing Piers & Boating
How long can a visiting boat stay at Imperial Landing?
Up to three days within a 14-day period.
Source: Fishing Piers & Boating
What is its moorage rate?
$1.50 per foot for each 24 hours, paid on arrival by credit card.
Source: Fishing Piers & Boating
Can I moor in Imperial’s fishing zones?
No. The east and west dock ends are designated fishing zones without moorage.
Source: Fishing Piers & Boating
Does Imperial Landing provide water service?
No. Power outlets are described, but water service is not provided.
Source: Fishing Piers & Boating
What does the 2026 McDonald daily option cost?
$26 for the first day’s launch and vehicle/trailer parking; continued parking is $12.50 per day up to five days.
Source: Fishing Piers & Boating
Who answers a boat-launch question?
Parks at 604-244-1208 or parks@richmond.ca. Permit questions:604-276-4345 or parkingpermit@richmond.ca.
Source: Fishing Piers & Boating