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Conde Nast Traveler Names Vancouver One of the Best Cities in the World

by Taryn Eyton in Town on October 3, 2024

Photo: Destination Vancouver/Albert Normandin

Each year renowned travel magazine Conde Nast Traveler runs a reader’s choice survey. This year, they named Vancouver one of the best cities in the world alongside heavy hitters like London, Sydney and Tokyo. In explaining Vancouver’s win, Conde Nast Traveler called out our city’s unique mix of proximity to nature, vibrant creative arts scene, and diverse foodie culture.

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Conde Nast Traveler Names Vancouver One of the Best Cities in the World

Outdoor Gear to Pack for Spring Adventures in Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on March 18, 2024

A couple are walking in the forest in Stanley Park in Vancouver. Photo: Destination Vancouver/Kindred & Scout

Spring is a gorgeous time to hit the trails in Vancouver, but the weather can change quickly, so you might be wondering what to bring. Our Vancouver spring packing list for outdoor adventures has tips on what to bring and how to prep for your hike.

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Outdoor Gear to Pack for Spring Adventures in Vancouver

7 More Incredible Summer Hikes Around Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on July 10, 2023

Hikers above Cheakamus Lake on the High Note Trail in Whistler

Hikers on the High Note Trail in Whistler. Photo: Destination BC/Andrew Strain

Vancouver’s peaks get lots of snow, which means that there is a short (and glorious) summer season for mountaintop hikes in July, August, and September. A few years ago we published our list of the best summer hikes around Vancouver. And now we’re back with seven more great summer hike options.

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7 More Incredible Summer Hikes Around Vancouver

Snowshoe and Winter Hiking Safety Tips

by Inside Vancouver in Outside on January 11, 2021

It is important to remember when you go snowshoeing or hiking near Vancouver, even if you start at a popular ski resort or on a busy trail, you are heading into the wilderness. Here are some tips for staying safe outdoors in Vancouver this winter. Continue reading:
Snowshoe and Winter Hiking Safety Tips

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

October’s Vancouver Hike of the Month: Norvan Falls

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on October 5, 2020

Norvan Falls in Lynn Headwaters Regional Park in North Vancouver. Photo credit: Taryn Eyton, happiestoutdoors.ca

The hike to Norvan Falls in North Vancouver is a great choice for October. The entire trail is in the Lynn Creek Valley, making it an ideal trip for cloudy days. Your objective is 30-metre-tall Norvan Falls, which is often gushing at this time of year thanks to fall rains. While this hike is not short, it’s fairly flat so it is only moderately difficult.

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October’s Vancouver Hike of the Month: Norvan Falls

Easy End of Summer Hikes Around Vancouver

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on September 9, 2020

Lindeman Lake in Chilliwack near Vancouver, BC

Lindeman Lake in Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park. Photo Credit: Mohammad Rezaie on Unsplash

Sadly, summer is drawing to a close. But it’s not over yet: there are still a few more weeks of warm hiking weather left! It’s the perfect time of year for one last mountain hike or one last post-hike lake swim. Here are some great ideas for easy end of summer hikes in the Vancouver area.

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Easy End of Summer Hikes Around Vancouver