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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

April 2023 Vancouver Hike of the Month: Lower Falls

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on April 3, 2023

Lower Falls in Golden Ears Provincial Park. Photo: Donna McL/Unsplash

The easy hike to Lower Falls in Golden Ears Provincial Park is a perfect hike for April. As temperatures warm up, snow melt in the mountains sends raging torrents of water over the falls, a spectacular sight.

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April 2023 Vancouver Hike of the Month: Lower Falls

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

7 Things to Do at Golden Ears Provincial Park

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on June 21, 2021

Golden Ears Provincial Park is short drive from Vancouver in nearby Maple Ridge. The park is home to beautiful mossy forests, sandy beaches on Alouette Lake, and lots of hiking trails. To help you plan your trip, here are the best things to do at Golden Ears Provincial Park.

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7 Things to Do at Golden Ears Provincial Park

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

7 More Gorgeous Vancouver Hikes for Fall Colours

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on September 28, 2020

Fall colours along the Four Lakes Loop Trail in Squamish near Vancouver, BC

Fall colours along the Four Lakes Loop in Squamish. Photo credit: Taryn Eyton happiestoutdoors.ca

While Vancouver is a fairly green city, with lots of coniferous trees, each fall pockets of the region light up in yellow, gold, and crimson as their leaves change. Hiking is a great way to experience the changing of the seasons. Last year we published a list of seven Vancouver-area hikes where you can experience fall colours. This year we’re back with seven more fall hikes brimming with colour and the crunch of leaves underfoot.

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7 More Gorgeous Vancouver Hikes for Fall Colours

Self-guided Tours for Film Buffs in Vancouver

by Sonu Purhar in Entertainment on November 23, 2017

Courtesy Fangirl Quest.

At any given moment, Vancouver is rife with superheroes, sci-fi detectives, romantic (and raunchy) duos and other fantasy characters. The city is one of North America’s biggest film and TV show hubs, and home to more productions than ever before – and the gorgeously scenic backdrops seen on the big and small screens can easily be visited IRL. Check out our filming locations roundup below highlighting popular blockbusters ranging from fantasy to thriller to save-the-world superhero.

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Self-guided Tours for Film Buffs in Vancouver