Paddling Alerts

Last updated : January 5, 2026 12:25 PM

Club Documentation: Dragon Zone Club Rules and Policies  |  Club System Help Guides and Race Rules

Current Dock Status: Normal Winter Operations
Current Dock Hours: Passholder and Team bookings only. Public kayak rentals reopen Spring 2026.

Winter Hours – Passholders and Teams only (October 1-December 21, January 5-March 30)
• Weekdays: 9:00 AM-9:00 PM
• Weekends and Statutory Holidays: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM

Main Office Hours:Weekdays excluding holidays: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Email info@dragonboatbc.ca for assistance.
Creekside Community Centre Hours: Washrooms/fitness centre are open during their regularly scheduled operating hours.

Kayak and OC-1 passholders should book their slots at register.dragonboatbc.ca. Slots open on a 7 day rolling basis on 15 minute increments. Reservations must be made by midnight the evening before your requested slot. Program, OC-1 and kayak passes, and race registrations are open for registration now at register.dragonboatbc.ca.

REMINDERS:

Night Time/Dark Conditions Paddling Rules

• No boats are allowed past Burrard Street Bridge after dusk or before sunrise.
• All boats must have a non-flashing solid white light that is clearly visible all around the boat. Small boats are required to have lights at the front and back of the boat, and on their PFD. No lights are supplied to paddlers; please remember to bring your own.
• All team boats must also have non-flashing solid white lights at the front and back of their boat.

Winter Paddling Rules in effect from September 15th Until April 15

• No boats are allowed past Burrard Street Bridge after dusk or before sunrise.
• The docks are closed between 9:00 PM and 9:00 AM, and no boats are allowed to be out during this time.

RACE REMINDERS – 2026 Race Registrations now open at register.dragonboatbc.ca – with more 2026 dates to be released soon.