Cates Park Paddling Centre

Cates Park Paddling Centre Located in North Vancouver just a 5 minute drive from Deep Cove, Cates Park offers an excellent location to kayak or paddle board.

Come explore the Indian Arms best kept secret!

That’s a wrap on the 2026 Whey-Ah-Wichen Whipper! 🏁Thank you to everyone who raced with us and cheered on their loved on...
09/15/2026

That’s a wrap on the 2026 Whey-Ah-Wichen Whipper! 🏁

Thank you to everyone who raced with us and cheered on their loved ones. Congratulations to our BC Surfski Championship and podium winners, and everyone who crossed the finish line!

A huge thank you to for keeping us safe on the water, our hardworking staff, and our generous sponsors for making it all possible.

📸 Relive the race! The full Whipper photo album is available NOW on ’ page.

See you on the start line next year!

We respectfully acknowledge that we live, play, and work on the unceded territories of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

It’s now or never!Registration for the Whey-ah-Wichen Whipper ends tomorrow, September 11, at 5pm!🔗 thewhipper.ca
09/10/2026

It’s now or never!

Registration for the Whey-ah-Wichen Whipper ends tomorrow, September 11, at 5pm!

🔗 thewhipper.ca

Just 1 week left to register for BC’s largest paddle sport race!Registration for the Whey-ah-Wichen Whipper closes on Se...
09/05/2026

Just 1 week left to register for BC’s largest paddle sport race!

Registration for the Whey-ah-Wichen Whipper closes on Sept 11 at 5 pm, with race day launching the very next morning, Saturday, Sept 12. Don’t miss your chance to race with paddlers from all across Canada and the U.S.

👉 Sign up now at thewhipper.ca

08/31/2026

Make the most of September at Cates Park—fresh air, waterfront views, and time to unwind.

Opening Hours:

Fri & Mon: 11–7
Sat & Sun: 9–7

Mondays opening hours may vary—check in before you come. Book your spot today through the URL below.
https://www.catespark.com/

Sweet shot of paddlers coming into the beach here at Cates Park!
08/30/2026

Sweet shot of paddlers coming into the beach here at Cates Park!

There’re only 2 weeks left to register for the Whey-ah-Wichen Whipper!Whether you’re competing for your personal best, a...
08/29/2026

There’re only 2 weeks left to register for the Whey-ah-Wichen Whipper!

Whether you’re competing for your personal best, a podium, or in the BC surfski championships, don’t miss your chance to join our fun and friendly end-of-season race!

Sign up today at thewhipper.ca

Another great photo submitted by leaving a review on Google! 🤙
08/24/2026

Another great photo submitted by leaving a review on Google! 🤙

TNR had a little extra splash this week! A HUGE thank you to both Takaya and the Tsleil-Waututh Nation for hosting week ...
08/20/2026

TNR had a little extra splash this week!

A HUGE thank you to both Takaya and the Tsleil-Waututh Nation for hosting week 20 of TNR at Cates Park/Whey-ah-Wichen, and to .kiori for some epic paddling shots!

Don’t forget to bring your tightest and brightest gear for next week's Tight & Bright TNR!

Thank you to our incredible sponsors:

Title Sponsor ⭐


Gold Sponsor 🥇




Silver Sponsor 🥈




Bronze Sponsor 🥉





A great view of a couple of kayaks waiting on shore - captured by one of our paddlers! 🛶
08/20/2026

A great view of a couple of kayaks waiting on shore - captured by one of our paddlers! 🛶

A quiet moment captured at Cates Park.
08/16/2026

A quiet moment captured at Cates Park.

Address

4141 Dollarton Highway
North Vancouver, BC
V7G1A1

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

Telephone

+16049852925

Website

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