Belcarra

Belcarra is a village stretching along the Indian Arm inlet, framed by dense forests and rocky shorelines. Homes spread across the peninsula at a low elevation, creating a waterside residential setting.

The area was originally a camping site for the Tsleil-Waututh First Nations before becoming a European settlement after 1858, when William Norman Bole acquired land. This shift marked the beginning of lasting European habitation in the region.

The community maintains strong connections with Belcarra, County Mayo in Ireland through a twinning agreement established in June 2007, influencing local celebrations.

The village connects to Metro Vancouver by TransLink bus route 182, and local emergency services are handled by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and volunteer fire services. Most activities center on the waterfront and access to natural trails in the surrounding woods.

Most homes have private docks offering direct access to Indian Arm waters, a rare residential setup. This arrangement allows residents to use the waterway immediately from their property.

Location: Metro Vancouver Regional District

Elevation above the sea: 30 m

Shares border with: Anmore, North Vancouver, Port Moody

Website: https://belcarra.ca

GPS coordinates: 49.31861,-122.92667

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:43