Kitsilano Beach, BC

CURRENT STATUS: Open! Current results show 11 E.coli/100ml.WATER QUALITY HISTORY:Kitsilano beach was open throughout summer 2014 however coliform counts were high mid-August and on June 12th a boat that was beached several days prior in a storm started to leak diesel into the water nearby.For more details visit: http://www.vch.ca/your_environment/water_quality/recreational-water/beach-water-quality-report/beach_water_quality_report BEACH INFO:Once known as Greer's Beach when it was owned by the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) Kitsilano Beach is now Vancouver's most popular beach. The oceanside heated salt water pool attracts swimmers and sunbathers alike.Kitsilano Beach known as 'Kits' Beach is located on Cornwall Ave at the north end of Yew St. The Seawall runs along side the beach and Kitsilano Pool is at the west side.AMENITIES:ConcessionPublic washroomsTennis courtsBasketball courtsPlaygroundSwimming raftLifeguards from Victoria Day to Labour Day (late May to early September)Pay parkingBoathouse Waterfront RestaurantPhoto credit: Suzanne Rushton