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Whyte Lake. Photo: Taryn Eyton/HappiestOutdoors.ca
If you’ve still got the Olympics on your brain, challenge yourself to the ultimate Vancouver duathlon: a hike with swimming. With nature all around the city, there are lots of trails to nearby lakes where you can take a dip to cool down.
Elfin Lakes in Garibaldi Provincial Park. Photo: Pranav Prashar/Unsplash
On a hot summer day take a hike that ends with a splash. These trails take you to creeks, lakes, and ocean beaches where you can cool off.
Sculptures at Burnaby Mountain. Photo: mehranbab/Pixabay
As a city that is immersed in nature, Vancouver has lots of great hikes. But did you know you can start in Vancouver and hike all the way across the county on the Trans Canada Trail?
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How to Hike the Trans Canada Trail in Vancouver
A hiker enjoys the view at Eagle Bluffs in Cypress Provincial Park. Photo: Taryn Eyton
West Vancouver is sandwiched between towering mountains and crashing ocean waves. Hike to the peaks, hit the beach, and explore the parks, lakes, waterfalls, and old-growth trees in between.
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7 Ways to Get Outdoors in West Vancouver in Summer
Cross-country skiing at Cypress Mountain. Photo: Destination Vancouver/Kindred & Scout
From snowy peaks to oceanside strolls, there are lots of ways to get outdoors in winter in West Vancouver. Hit the slopes, go for a hike, explore a park, and lots more.
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7 Ways to Get Outdoors in Winter in West Vancouver
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.
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.
