by Explore Vancouver | Sep 18, 2026 | Uncategorized
Metro Vancouver is one of the few places where you can paddle past a city skyline in the morning and a forested fjord in the afternoon. Within about an hour of downtown, you can launch a kayak on a sheltered urban inlet, a warm freshwater lake, a mountain reservoir, a...
by Explore Vancouver | Sep 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
Fall might be the best kept secret of Vancouver hiking. The summer crowds thin out, the air turns crisp, and the North Shore mountains put on a show of gold and rust that rivals anywhere in Canada. Whether you want an easy forest stroll with the kids or a proper climb...
by Explore Vancouver | Aug 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Late August is the busiest stretch of the summer calendar in Metro Vancouver. The PNE Fair opens its gates, a new outdoor amphitheatre debuts with a run of headline concerts, and every corner of the region, from Steveston to Cloverdale to the North Shore, has its own...
by Explore Vancouver | Jun 17, 2026 | Uncategorized
Car-free outdoor guide BC Provincial Parks Near Vancouver You Can Visit Without a Car A full wilderness day near Vancouver does not always require a vehicle. Parkbus, local transit, private shuttles, and seasonal connections now make several provincial parks possible...
by Explore Vancouver | Sep 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
When autumn arrives in Vancouver, the city transforms into a playground of colour, crisp air, and cozy adventures. The fiery reds, deep golds, and glowing oranges of fall foliage create the perfect backdrop for outdoor activities, while cool evenings call for warm...
by Explore Vancouver | Oct 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
As summer fades, giving way to the cool, crisp air of autumn, Vancouver transforms into a canvas of vibrant hues, with foliage painting the city in shades of amber, crimson, and gold. The fall season unveils a distinct charm of Vancouver, a time when the city’s...