Notices
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Campfire Ban and BC Forest Fire Information
July 21, 2010A campfire ban will come into effect on Friday, July 23, 2010, in the coastal region of British Columbia. The forest fire rating has increased high to extreme levels and the ban on campfires is me... Read More...
Garibaldi Provincial Park Conditions
July 10, 2010One of the most beautiful and popular hiking and camping areas in the summer is Garibaldi Provincial Park, a large area that stretches from Squamish to north of Whistler. The park has some of the ... Read More...
Photo Contest Gallery Launches
July 6, 2010Vancouver Trails has launched a photo gallery of submissions to the 2010 Photo Contest. In just a few short weeks, some amazing photos have already been entered into the contest! View the ... Read More...
Grouse Gondola Price Increase
June 22, 2010As of June 28, 2010, the price of taking the Grouse Mountain Gondola back down after finishing the Grouse Grind will increase from $5 to $10. Annual passes can ... Read More...
Grouse Grind Opens
June 11, 2010The Grouse Grind has officially opened this morning for the 2010 season. Crews have been working feverishly to complete repairs to the trai... Read More...
2010 Hiking Photo Contest
June 1, 2010Take your camera hiking with you this summer and submit your best photo for a chance to win great prizes! Vancouver Trails is looking for your hiking or camping photo in their ... Read More...
Buntzen Lake High Water Levels
May 18, 2010The powerhouse on the north end of Buntzen Lake that feeds into Indian Arm is undergoing a turbine replacement and will be out of service until November 2010. This has caused higher than normal w... Read More...
Belcarra Regional Park Hiking Trails
April 14, 2010Two hiking trails in Belcarra Regional Park have been added to Vancouver Trails. Admiralty Point is a short hike with beautiful vie... Read More...
2010 Hiking Season
April 7, 2010While a lot of hiking trails are open year-round, other trails are only accessible after the snow has melted and this year has posed some challenging conditions, from the lack of snow in the winter... Read More...
First Time Hiking in Vancouver
February 5, 2010Whether you are visiting Vancouver or you have lived in the city for years but have never ventured to the surrounding trails, the new article, Wha... Read More...
Hiking during the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics
January 28, 2010Vancouver has been experiencing warmer than usual winter weather which means there is less snow on the mountains and more trails are accessible to hikers. However, these conditions can also pose ... Read More...
2010 Winter Olympic Trail Closures
November 20, 2009As the snow starts collecting on the surrounding mountains and you begin to plan your winter outdoor activities, please keep in mind the upcoming Olympic Games will result in several trail closur... Read More...
Ming Pao Hiking Article
September 9, 2009Vancouver Trails has been featured in an article in Vancouver's Chinese newspaper, Ming Pao. The article talks about some autumn hiking options including Buntzen L... Read More...
Mount Cheam in Chilliwack BC
July 26, 2009Towering high above the Fraser Valley, Mount Cheam offers one of the most spectacular views in the Chilliwack area. Vancouver Trails has added ... Read More...
Lynn Peak in North Vancouver
July 19, 2009If you are looking for a good cardio workout close to the city but much less busy then the Grouse Grind, Lynn Peak maybe your answer. Located in Lynn Headwaters R... Read More...
Central Valley Greenway
June 27, 2009The Central Valley Greenway for cycling, jogging, rollerblading, and walking officially opened to the public today, June 27, 2009. This urban route starts from Science World in Vancouver and head... Read More...
Blogging on Tourism Vancouver
May 28, 2009Mike Chang of Vancouver Trails has written an article on Tourism Vancouver's blog for travellers who are visiting Vancouver and want to experience some of the city's scenic hiking trails. The art... Read More...
Brunswick Point in Delta
May 16, 2009The trail around Brunswick Point in Delta, BC, has been added to Vancouver Trails. Brunswick Point is an easy walk along the dikes o... Read More...
UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest
April 14, 2009The UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest in Maple Ridge has been added to Vancouver Trails. The tra... Read More...
Deer Lake and Two Canyon Loop
April 9, 2009Trail information for Deer Lake in Burnaby and Two Canyon Loop in North Vancouver... Read More...
Follow Vancouver Trails on Twitter
March 26, 2009Vancouver Trails is now on Twitter! Follow Vancouver Trails as we provide updates, hiking recommendations, and other outdoors new... Read More...
The Great Outdoors Show
March 20, 2009The Great Outdoors Show is taking place at the Tradex in Abbotsford this weekend, March 20 - 22, 2009. The show features a wide range of outdoor activities, from hiking and camping to fishing and... Read More...
Snowshoeing on Dog Mountain
February 20, 2009One Saturday morning in January, Phyllis Ho took Vancouver Trails snowshoeing to ... Read More...
Vancouver Snowshoeing
January 25, 2009During the winter, the snow covered mountains around Vancouver offer a great snowshoeing experience. Beginners and families will find the trails offered at the local resorts of Cypress, Grouse, a... Read More...
Happy Birthday Vancouver Trails
October 26, 2008Last week marked the one-year anniversary of Vancouver Trails and a lot has changed over the past year since the website first launched. The site has grown to include maps of all trails, about 50... Read More...
Eagle Bluffs and Brandywine Meadows
September 30, 2008Two new hikes have been added to Vancouver Trails for the month of September. The trail to ... Read More...
Hike to Joffre Lakes
September 24, 2008Back in August, Mike of VancouverTrails.com had the opportunity to take William Bakker of Tourism BC on a hike to ... Read More...
Bird Watching
September 9, 2008Linda Bakker of the Wildlife Rescue Association has written an article for Vancouver Trails on bird watching tips in Southwestern Briti... Read More...
2008 BMO Grouse Grind Run
September 4, 2008The 18th Annual Bank of Montreal Grouse Grind Run will take place Sunday, September 21, 2008. Come out and test your season's training by racing up the Grind and helping raise funds for the BC Lu... Read More...
Goat Mountain ontop of Grouse
August 19, 2008If you are thinking of spending a day up at Grouse Mountain, the hike to Goat Mountain is worth adding to ... Read More...
Forest Fire on Sumas Mountain UPDATED
August 13, 2008The forest fire on Sumas Mountain has been brought under control thanks to quick work by firefighters, five water bombers, and favourable weather conditions. The fire burned to within a kilometer... Read More...
Sea to Sky Highway Reopened
August 2, 2008The Sea to Sky Highway has been reopened after being closed for four days due to a large rock slide near Porteau Cove. The rock slide occured on Tuesday and has made accessing the communities of ... Read More...
Pemberton Music Festival
July 25, 2008Outdoor adventure seekers thinking of doing a hike along the Sea to Sky corridor this weekend, July 25 - 28, 2008, should make alternative plans due to the expected heavy traffic driving to the P... Read More...
Trail Sense Days at Grouse Mountain
July 16, 2008Grouse Mountain will be the host this weekend, July 19 - 20, 2008, of the third annual Trail Sense Days. Organized by AdventureSmart, T... Read More...
Deas Island Regional Park
July 11, 2008Deas Island Regional Park has been added to Vancouver Trails. Located south of Van... Read More...
3 New Lake Hikes
July 7, 2008Three new hikes have been added to Vancouver Trails, each featuring trails around lake areas.
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Vancouver Trails blogs on Miss 604
June 18, 2008Vancouver blogger, Miss 604, has been featuring a series of posts on parks around the Metro Vancouver area. Guest write... Read More...
The Grouse Grind is Open
June 5, 2008The Grouse Grind officially opened today as crews have been working hard the past few weeks to clear snow on the upper sections of the trail. The Grind, as its commonly referred to, is a challeng... Read More...
Highway 99 Construction
May 12, 2008Highway #99, the Sea to Sky Highway to Squamish and Whistler is currently undergoing major expansion in time for the upcoming 2010 Olympics. Delays and closers can be expected as well as difficul... Read More...
Lots of Snow
May 1, 2008Vancouver and the surrounding mountains received a lot more snow this year then on average in previous years. Trails at higher elevations are expected to still have snow until the summer months. ... Read More...