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Visitor Moorage at the VRC

Your Home Away From Home in Stanley Park

The Vancouver Rowing Club is a favourite destination for boaters from across the Pacific Northwest. Nestled in beautiful Coal Harbour, we offer short-term guest moorage throughout the year to:

  • VRC non-mooring Yachting Members

  • Members of reciprocal yacht clubs

  • Transient guests with no club affiliation

Whether you're stopping by for a night or planning a longer visit, we’re pleased to welcome you to our historic clubhouse and marina. Click the images below to familiarize yourself with our marina.

      


Reservations & Availability

Reservations are strongly recommended, especially during peak season. To request moorage, complete our Visitor Request Form or contact the Club Office.

Upon Arrival

  • If you have a reservation: proceed to your assigned slip, tie up, and check in at the office within 30 minutes.

  • If you do not have a reservation: tie up at the Reception Dock (next to the Mast Tower) and check in at the Club Office immediately. The Reception Dock is not available for overnight stays. 

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Moorage Rates & Eligibility

VRC Non-Mooring Yachting Members

  • 2 free nights per month (max. 12 per year)
  • Additional nights: $0.75/foot/day + $5/day utility fee
  • Maximum stay: 5-7 days, space permitting
  • Longer stays (14+ days) require approval and a safety inspection

Reciprocal Yacht Club Members

  • 2  free nights per year 
  • ​Additional nights: $2.00/foot/day + $5/day utility fee
  • Maximum stay: 5-7days, space permitting

Transient Guests (No Club Affiliation)

  • $2.00/foot/day + $5/day utility fee
  • Availability is limited and subject to Club discretion

Cancellation Policy

To support fair access and effective planning:

  • Stays of 1-2 nights may be cancelled at any time without penalty.
  • Stays of 3 nights or longer require 48 hours notice for cancellation.
  • Late cancellations (under 48 hours’ notice) for 3+ night stays and any no-shows are subject to a $25 cancellation fee.

No-shows or repeated last-minute cancellations may result in loss of future booking privileges.


Visitor Moorage Guidelines

  • Reservations are recommended; drop-in guest moorage cannot be guaranteed.
  • Check-in/Check-out time is 12pm (noon).
  • Proof of insurance ($3,000,000) and ownership is required at check-in.
  • Valid credit card required for payment and access fob deposit.
  • All fees are due at time of check-in.
  • VRC members and reciprocal guests must present a current membership card.
  • Reciprocal privileges do not extend to outstations.
  • Utility fee of $5/day applies to every night, including complimentary ones.
  • Maximum vessel length: 60ft.
  • 20 or 30 amp power is available.
  • Potable water available at all slips.
  • Pump-out system available – View instructional video.
  • Please leave all mooring lines, cables, chafing gear, etc. located at the finger in good order.
  • Use fenders on both sides of your vessel.
  • Pets must be leashed on docks. Only service animals may enter the clubhouse.
  • Visiting vehicles must use public parking. The VRC member lot is strictly reserved—non-member vehicles will be ticketed or towed.
  • Guests are welcome in the Carver Room member bar.
  • Use of club facilities like the Gym, Mast Tower, etc. is for VRC Yachting members only.
  • Please do not enter or walk through the  rowing shell bays.
  • Washrooms and showers are available 24hrs/day at no charge.
  • Ice (cubed and blocked): $5/bag. Please leave cash in drop box mounted on the staircase to the right of the ice machine.  Only VRC members with club accounts may use ice chits. 
  • Garbage shed access instructions

 

Before You Hit the Water

Contact Us

Have questions or need help with your booking?
📞 (604) 687-3400
📧  [email protected]
🕘 Office Hours: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily, closed statutory holidays. If you plan to arrive outside office hours, please contact us in advance to make arrival arrangements.


Long-Term Guest Moorage

Subject to availability, VRC members may request extended guest moorage. If approved to stay longer than 14 days, vessels must complete a club safety inspection within their first two weeks to avoid penalties.