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10 More Vancouver-Area Hikes Perfect for Spring

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on April 26, 2023

Walking across the new Twin Bridges suspension bridge in North Vancouver

Walking across the new suspension bridge at Twin Bridges on the Seymour River Loop. Photo: Taryn Eyton/HappiestOutdoors.ca

Vancouver in spring is gorgeous. Melting snow and rain makes the forest glow with new life and the waterfalls are gushing. But it is still winter in the mountains, so for spring hikes you’ll need to stick closer to sea level. A few years ago we published our list of the best spring hikes in Vancouver. And now we’re back with ten more great spring hikes.

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10 More Vancouver-Area Hikes Perfect for Spring

7 Ways to Get Outdoors in Maple Ridge

by Taryn Eyton in Outside, Town on March 15, 2023

Lower Falls in Golden Ears Provincial Park. Photo: Larry Nalzaro/Unsplash

Maple Ridge is sandwiched between soaring peaks and the banks of the mighty Fraser River. There are lots of ways to enjoy outdoor adventures in this Fraser Valley city including hiking, biking, parks, and more.

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7 Ways to Get Outdoors in Maple Ridge

9 Best Vancouver Hikes for Hot Days

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on July 25, 2022

Swimmers in Garibaldi Lake. Photo: Taryn Eyton/HappiestOutdoors.ca

Beat the heat with a hike that will keep you cool. These Vancouver area trails have shaded forests, rushing creeks, and refreshing lakes – perfect for a hot day.

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9 Best Vancouver Hikes for Hot Days

8 Dog-Friendly Hikes Around Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on August 30, 2021

Photo: Stephen Leonardi/Unsplash

Does your pup love to hike? There are lots of dog-friendly hikes near Vancouver where you can treat your pooch to a day on the trails. Here are a few of our favourite Vancouver hikes for dogs.

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8 Dog-Friendly Hikes Around Vancouver

November’s Vancouver Hike of the Month: Gold Creek Canyon Loop

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on November 2, 2020

View of Gold Creek from the bridge in Golden Ears Provincial Park

Gold Creek from the bridge. Photo: Taryn Eyton, HappiestOutdoors.ca

With snow blanketing the mountain tops, November is a great time for low-elevation valley bottom hikes. This loop route in Golden Ears Provincial Park is a great hike for a wet or cloudy day. It travels through lush forest along the banks of Gold Creek and passes by a beautiful waterfall.

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November’s Vancouver Hike of the Month: Gold Creek Canyon Loop