North Vancouver's fantastic renewal project The Shipyards District is host to the largest outdoor skating rink in the lower mainland. ...

On a clear day zoom up to Lions Bay (half way between Vancouver and Squamish) for a superb half-day hike up to one of the best views of...

With three local mountains less than fourty minutes away, Vancouver is one of the only major metropolitan regions in the world where you...

Salt Spring is the most frequently visited and famous Gulf Island and a fantastic weekend getaway from the lower mainland. Perfect place...

A quick drive from the city at Mt Seymour the Mystery Lake trail is an easy hike and swim option to cool down in the summer heat. The...

Views for days! You've got to try the Stawamus Chief hike during your Vancouver Gap Year. Looking out over the Fjord adjacent to the town...

Escape the downtown urban grind to a calm ocean oasis at Deep Cove. Less than thirty minutes drive or an easy public bus this adorable...

Lynn Canyon is a great 'all weather' activity close to Vancouver that is worth visiting outside the peak summer months. It is also...

Hands down my favourite hike in the lower mainland. The eastern section of the Baden Powell trail is a rewarding four kilometre walk...

Visiting Whyte Lake is one of the easiest ways to find serenity in Vancouver. This gentle six kilometre return trail can be extended to...

You would normally think twice before uttering the words 'Canada' and 'good beaches' in the same sentence! Over the short summer period...

Catapulted to fame via Instagram, the Joffre Lakes hiking trail cannot be missed. Close to the village of Pemberton and approximately two...

On a clear day in summer the Dog Mountain trail has fantastic views over Vancouver but less foot traffic than other vantage points and is...

North America's deepest snow base is only two hours drive away from Vancouver. Here you can traipse up a snow drenched mountaintop...

The Diez Vistas Trail winds its way around the Bunzten Lake, just north of Coquitlam. The Spanish name 'ten views' reflects the amazing...

The official fitness regime of those living in North Vancouver! 2830 steps over 2.9km and 285m elevation.

Stanley Park is one of downtown Vancouver's biggest assets. All year around you can run the recently renovated seawall which will give...