Grouse mountains, less than half an
hour's drive from the city centre – all amid
gorgeous alpine terrain and close enough
to Vancouver to be back in time for a lateafternoon or early-evening cocktail.
Beachcombing
National Geographic named Vancouver one
of the "Top 10 Beach Cities in the World."
Take a swim in the beachside saltwater
pool at Second Beach in Stanley Park or try
paddle boarding at Spanish Bank in Point
Grey. There are many to choose from, but we
Birdwatching
Both the dedicated birdwatcher and
amateur naturalist will be amazed by
the wide variety of birdlife, wintering
shorebirds and waterfowl found within
Metro Vancouver and the surrounding
area. Lost Lagoon, in Stanley Park, is a
conveniently located place for birdwatching.
Several adventure companies offer guided
birdwatching experiences, including a bald
eagle-viewing float trip at Brackendale, one
of the world's top spots for viewing these
magnificent birds.
Stanley Park Seawall
Gastown
Swimming
Birdwatching
Mountain Biking
like Jericho Beach for its easygoing vibe, its
knockout city-and-mountain views, its great
sunset-watching potential and the option to
put up a net for a game of beach volleyball.
Sea kayaking
There's nothing like exploring Vancouver
in a kayak – natural wonders, exciting
wildlife and breathtaking views are all to
be expected. Visitors can take guided tours
from Granville Island, English Bay, Jericho
Beach and Deep Cove with tour companies
like Ecomarine Paddlesport Centres
and Lotus Land Tours.
Photos: TVan/Al Harvey; Canadian Tourism Commission;
TVan/C. Jardine; Canadian Tourism Commission
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Sea Kayaking
Rainforest interpretive walks
Discover ancient natural wonders and
fascinating wildlife on the North Shore or
Bowen Island as knowledgeable guides
lead groups through the lush West Coast
rainforest, amid towering Douglas firs and
cedar trees, some 500 to 900 years old.
Join the Buzz
These locals are always tweeting
about outdoor fun in Vancouver:
@Cypressmtn @vancouvertrails
@grousemountain @MyVancouver
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