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The Town of Ladysmith boasts over 110 hectares of parks and open spaces, offering seaside fun, nature experiences, playgrounds, and play fields.
Scroll down to view a list of all our parks, or download the Parks and Trails brochure map for more information.
Please note that registered service dogs are permitted at all parks.
Thinking about honouring someone with a dedicated park bench, tree or amenity, around Town? The Town’s Park Bench, Tree, and Amenity Donation Program enables individuals or groups to contribute toward the cost of installing a bench, tree, or other amenity in a Town park, at the beach, or along a boulevard.
For more information and to apply, please complete an application form and submit it either in-person at City Hall (410 Esplanade) or by emailing info@ladysmith.ca.
The Town of Ladysmith is committed to a fair, consistent, and efficient process for naming, renaming, or dedicating Town assets such as parks, trails, and facilities. To learn more, view the Park and Facility Naming Policy.
Address: 1110 1st Avenue Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Opened in October 2022, the picnic shelter and garden offer a welcoming natural space for the community to play and gather.
Dogs (excluding registered service dogs) are not allowed at this park.
Address: 101 Transfer Beach Boulevard Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Located at the southeast corner of Island Highway and Transfer Beach Boulevard, Arboretum Park features a lush lawn, footbridge and collection of different trees and shrubs such as Sequoia, Garry Oak, Pine, Cedar and Dogwood.
Dogs are allowed at this park but must be on a leash.
Address: 1119 1st Avenue Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Bob Stuart Park, located at the north entrance of 1st Avenue behind the Ladysmith sign, is named in honour of former mayor R.W. (Bob) Stuart, who served from 1977 to 1978. Pedestrians can access the park from the sidewalks on 1st Avenue and the Trans-Canada Highway. Parking is available behind the Ladysmith Archives.
Address: 1000 Colonia Drive Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Brown Drive Park (originally dedicated as Hill Top Park in 1984 and more recently known as Kinsmen Park) is one of Ladysmith’s most popular neighbourhood parks.
The site is made up of three connected parks and offers a variety of amenities, including a tot playground, a large open green space, recreational bike trails, public washrooms, and the Storybook Walk.
In 2011 and 2012, the Kinsmen Club of Ladysmith installed playground equipment, helping to shape the park into the vibrant space it is today.
Although commonly referred to as “Kinsmen Park” or "Kinsmen Playground" on Google Maps, Apple Maps, OpenStreetMap, and other mapping services, the Town refers to the space as Brown Drive Park.
Address: 420 Davis Road Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Not to be confused with the nearby fenced off-leash dog park at the Davis Road School site, this 2,940 square metre natural park provides access to Holland Creek, Stocking Lake, and Heart Lake Trails. Although it is located on Davis Road, the park spans between Dogwood Road, Battie Drive and Ryan Place.
Address: 397 Chemainus Road Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Donated to the Town by John and Florence Gourlay in 1995, Gourlay-Janes Park is a mostly forested park with trails that lead to a beautiful open space along the waterfront.
Dog are allowed at this park off-leash.
Address: 533 Louise Road Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Harbourview Park boats an open green space, a playground and offers spectacular ocean and mountain views.
Address: 525 2nd Avenue Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Located on the corner of 2nd Avenue and High Street beside the High Street Ball Field, this pastoral setting is managed by the Ladysmith Community Gardens Society. Plots are available to residents (for a nominal yearly fee) for food gardening.
Address: 810 6th Avenue Hours: Dawn to Dusk
First opened in 1999, the Ladysmith Skatepark is located adjacent to the Frank Jameson Community Centre and has 1/4 pipes, pyramids, stairs, funbox rails and more.
Address: 298 1st Avenue Hours: Dawn to Dusk
This pretty hillside neighbourhood park, which overlooks the Ladysmith harbour, features a lovely garden that is maintained by the Saltair Gardening Club. Pedestrians can access the park from either 1st Avenue or Baden-Powell Street, where parking is also available.
Address: 420 Root Street Hours: Dawn to Dusk
A popular spot for young families, this fenced neighbourhood park features a playground, benches, picnic tables, and small asphalt basketball court with hockey nets.
Address: 1010 Trans-Canada Highway Hours: Dawn to Dusk
This small park and garden located on "Veteran's Way" contains a monument honouring local soldiers killed in the First World War and the Second World War. The park can be accessed from either Symonds Street and Warren Street, where parking is available.
Address: 501 Rothdale Road Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Named in honour of the Rutti family in 2022, this neighbourhood park features an open green space and a pedestrian connection. Rutti Park occupies a section of the former farm established by Hugo Rutti over a century ago, which remained in the family for five generations before being purchased by the Town in 2003.
Address: 208 High Street Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Ladysmith’s Spirit Square is a vibrant community space where people of all ages come together to relax, play, or celebrate.
Address: 541 Ridgeway Place Hours: Dawn to Dusk
A quiet green space located in Ladysmith’s south end.
Address: 200 Captain Tristan de koninck Way Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Once an industrial hub that served as a transfer point for coal mining operations, Transfer Beach Park is Ladysmith’s premier waterfront destination. This vibrant, centrally located seaside space hosts community events and family activities, offers year-round recreational opportunities, and provides some of the most picturesque views in town.
Between 1899 and 1931, the area that would later become Transfer Beach Park was Ladysmith's busiest industrial site, supporting local coal mining operations. During this time, coal from nearby mines was brought to the area by rail, washed and screened, and then loaded or transferred onto ships at various wharfs built along the beach.
In 1965, after most industrial activity in the area had ceased, Mayor Kay Grouhel negotiated the purchase of the Transfer Beach lands from Canadian Collieries and Canadian Pacific, securing the property at a favourable price and setting the stage for the area to officially become a park.
On July 1, 1967, the Town formally dedicated Transfer Beach Park, marking the official shift from industrial site to public waterfront park. Although local residents had used the area informally for recreation for years, its designation as a municipal park ensured its protection and future as a community gathering place.
Since then, Town has made numerous improvements to the area, transforming the space from a dirty, derelict industrial site into one of the region's most cherished public spaces.
Dogs are allowed off-leash in a designated wooden fenced area above Captain Tristan de Koninck Way. Service dogs are allowed in all areas of the park. Please view the off-leash dog area map for more information.
Island Health may close the swimming area if bacteria levels are high. Check current reports at Island Health – Central Island Beaches.
The Town's Waterfront Safety Audit outlines important safety measures and tips for enjoying our waterfront spaces. Check it out to stay informed and help keep our beaches and parks safe.
Did you know that Ladysmith is part of the BC Marine Trails Network, which spans the entire coast of British Columbia? The network offers launch points, rest areas, safe havens, and overnight campsites for paddlers. Ladysmith has two launch spots, including one at Transfer Beach.
Learn more at bcmarinetrails.org.
In October 2024, volunteers, with support from the Town, planted two native beds, the Bird Shrubbery and Butterfly Meadow, at Transfer Beach between the Kinsmen Shelter and Amphitheatre.
Funded by BC Hydro, the gardens feature over 400 plants and thousands of seeds (supplied by Satinflowers, NALT Native Plant Nursery, On the Patio, Streamside and Sunny Glades) to support local biodiversity.
Community volunteers are needed to help care for the gardens. If you're interested in volunteering, please email hollandcreekinvasives@gmail.com.
Address: 340 Belaire Street Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Donated to the Town by Dr. Tom and Wilma Wickham in 2008, Wickham Park is primarily an open green space with a small garden.