Sea to Sky. 
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Advisories
Safety information
- Bring your own drinking water. There is no potable water available in the park.
- There is no boat launch and motor boats are not permitted.
Special notes
- Overnight parking is prohibited.
- BC Parks has implemented a parking enforcement policy at Stawamus Chief and Murrin Parks.
Provincial parks along the Sea-to-Sky corridor have experienced exceptional growth in visitor numbers, leading to parking congestion and illegally parked vehicles. Public safety is paramount for BC Parks, and new parking policies are in place to ensure safe access for all.
Visitors must park in designated parking lots and observe the “no parking” signs posted. BC Parks has implemented a tow-away policy for any vehicles parked illegally.
Review the detailed guides under visit responsibly for more information on staying safe and preserving our natural spaces.
Visit responsibly
Follow these guides to ensure your activities are safe, respectful, and ecologically friendly:
Maps and location
Getting there
Murrin Park is located 2 km north of Britannia Beach and 9 km south of Squamish alongside Highway 99.
Things to do
There is lake swimming at a sandy beach. There are no roped off areas or other swimming facilities. For further information on water safety, contact the Lifesaving Society, BC and Yukon Branch.
There are no lifeguards on duty in BC Parks.
There are paddling, canoeing and kayaking opportunities at this park. However, this is a very small lake. You may wish to seek other paddling opportunities. Kayak and canoe rentals are located nearby in Squamish.
There are paddling, canoeing and kayaking opportunities at this park. However, this is a very small lake. You may wish to seek other paddling opportunities. Kayak and canoe rentals are located nearby in Squamish.
Angling is permitted in this park.
Anyone fishing in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence. To learn more, see the fishing and hunting guide.
Dogs are strictly prohibited from the main beach and picnic area. Pets and domestic animals must be on a leash at all times. You are responsible for their behaviour and must dispose of their excrement. Backcountry areas are not suitable for dogs or other pets due to the potential for problems with bears and other wildlife.
Bicycles must keep to roadways. Bicycle helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
Please note that bicycles with electric assist motors (e-bikes) are not allowed on the trails within Murrin Park. E-bikes are restricted to park roads and areas where motorized use is permitted. The only exception to this policy will be for authorized and identified trail maintenance bikes conducting work on behalf of BC Parks.
There are climbing or rock climbing opportunities in this park. The climbing is varied from novice to expert with variety and diversity. There are approximately 250 routes. There are some bolted routes. Keep in mind that this is a very busy spot for climbing in the summer and parking is limited.
- Best Practices Guide For Rock Climbing Route Development in the Squamish Area Provincial Parks [PDF]
This Best Practices Guide recommends new guidelines and considerations for rock climbing route cleaning, including route development, and intends to balance climber’s needs with protecting the environment and public safety.
Facilities
Accessibility information is available for this park.
Murrin day-use and picnic area
This park has a day-use and picnic area with picnic tables, three pit toilets, a grassy area, and a sandy beach. Some of the picnic tables have barbeque attachments. There are no shelters or change houses available.
The day-use area is very popular and busy during the summer months.
This park only has pit toilets, no flush toilets.
Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples
BC Parks honours Indigenous Peoples’ connection to the land and respects the importance of their diverse teachings, traditions, and practices within these territories. This park webpage may not adequately represent the full history of this park and the connection of Indigenous Peoples to this land. We are working in partnership with Indigenous Peoples to update our websites so that they better reflect the history and cultures of these special places.
Contact
| Park operator | This park is operated by Sea to Sky Park Services Ltd. |
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| Squamish Access Society | Some facilities in this park are operated in a volunteer partnership agreement with BC Parks and the Squamish Access Society. |
| General questions and feedback for BC Parks | We answer emails weekdays from 9 am to 5 pm Pacific Time. |
