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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 Things To Do in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on October 18, 2021

Mountain view on the Seymour Valley Trailway in North Vancouver

View from the Mid Valley Picnic Area. Photo: Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve

North Vancouver’s Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve protects the forest and streams of the lower Seymour River Valley, one of Vancouver’s drinking water sources. Explore over 65 kilometres of trails through the rainforest and beside the river or head to easily accessible Rice Lake, a favourite with families. Use this guide to help you plan your trip to the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve.

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7 Things To Do in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve

March’s Vancouver Hike of the Month: Seymour River and Lynn Creek Loop

by Taryn Eyton in Outside on March 5, 2020

Twin Bridges suspension bridge in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve in North Vancouver, BC

The new suspension bridge at Twin Bridges in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve. Photo via happiestoutdoors.ca

The lower slopes of the North Shore mountains have an incredible network of interconnected trails that are perfect for exploring. The forested paths and rushing rivers are a great destination for the rainy and misty spring days of March. There are so many options that it can be hard to choose. See some of the highlights on this hike that uses several trails to make a loop that includes the deep canyons of the Seymour River and Lynn Creek.

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March’s Vancouver Hike of the Month: Seymour River and Lynn Creek Loop