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8 Things to Do at Grouse Mountain in the Summer

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on August 12, 2023

People enjoying the Skyride Surf Adventure at Grouse Mountain

On the Skyride Surf Adventure you get to ride on top of the Grouse Mountain gondola. Photo: Destination Vancouver/Devin Manky

Known as the Peak of Vancouver, Grouse Mountain is the place to go for great hiking, incredible views, close encounters with wildlife, high-adrenaline sports, and lots more.

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8 Things to Do at Grouse Mountain in the Summer

11 Things to Know Before Hiking the Grouse Grind

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on June 14, 2023

Hikers on the Grouse Grind. Photo: Mike Seehagel

Often called “Mother Nature’s Stairmaster”, the Grouse Grind is a bucket list hike. Here’s everything you need to know to tackle this challenging trail.

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11 Things to Know Before Hiking the Grouse Grind

12 Outdoorsy Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day 2023 in Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Events, Outside on May 31, 2023

A group of cyclists on the seawall in Vancouver's Stanley Park.

Cycling on the Seawall in Stanley Park. Photo: Destination Vancouver / Coast Mountain Photography

Take Dad outside this Father’s Day. Choose from hikes, parks, festivals, fishing, biking, running, and many more events in the Vancouver area.

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12 Outdoorsy Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day 2023 in Vancouver

6 Snowy Nighttime Adventures Around Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on January 30, 2023

A group of people look at a lit up sculpture on the Grouse Mountain Light Walk

Grouse Mountain Light Walk. Photo: Destination Vancouver/Kindred & Scout

Sunset comes early in winter, but just because it’s dark doesn’t mean you can’t have an adventure. From skiing to snowshoeing and more, here are six snowy nighttime adventures around Vancouver.

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6 Snowy Nighttime Adventures Around Vancouver

8 Unique Snowshoe Experiences Around Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on January 16, 2023

Three people wear snowshoes on a snowy path lit with lights in the forest at Grouse Mountain

Exploring the Light Walk at Grouse Mountain. Photo: Destination Vancouver/Kindred & Scout

Snowshoe through a forest of lights, to a frozen waterfall, or to a hand-carved snow lounge to enjoy fondue. You won’t want to miss these unique snowshoe experiences around Vancouver.

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8 Unique Snowshoe Experiences Around Vancouver

7 Unique Winter Adventures Around Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on December 28, 2022

Photo: Whistler Bungee

Try something new this winter: Climb a via ferrata. Bungee jump into an icy canyon. Or snowshoe by moonlight. Add these unique winter adventures around Vancouver to your bucket list.

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7 Unique Winter Adventures Around Vancouver

5 Places to Ice Skate Outdoors Around Vancouver in Winter 2022/23

by Taryn Eyton in Outside, Town on November 16, 2022

Two women tightening their skates on a bench next to the skating pond at Grouse Mountain.

Photo: Destination Vancouver/Kindred & Scout

Our winters in Vancouver never get that cold, so it isn’t usually safe to skate on frozen ponds. But you can still skate outdoors on five different ice rinks that pop up each winter. Here’s where to skate outdoors in winter 2022/23.

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5 Places to Ice Skate Outdoors Around Vancouver in Winter 2022/23