Hiking in Southwest British Columbia Blog

Best Rainy Day Hikes Near Vancouver

Taryn recommends the best hikes near Vancouver on rainy days.

15 Ways You Can Become a More Sustainable Hiker

Taryn of Happiest Outdoors discusses 15 Ways You Can Become a More Sustainable Hiker to help ensure future generations can have the same amazing experience in nature as we are having.

COVID-19 Updates

Current closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic that are affecting hiking trails or other related events and activities in the Vancouver region.

BC Parks Day Use Pass

BC Parks will require a Day Use Pass for several popular parks.

How to Go to the Bathroom on a Hike: A Leave No Trace Guide

Taryn of Happiest Outdoors discusses how to go to the bathroom on a hike using Leave No Trace principles.

The Best Hikes Near Vancouver to See Big Trees

Taryn of Happiest Outdoors discusses the 14 places you can hike to see big trees near Vancouver and experience the mild coastal climate of southwestern BC that is great at growing these huge trees.

BC Parks Camping

On June 1st, many Provincial Parks campgrounds and back-country camping in BC will re-open. The reservation system has opened as of Monday, May 25th at 7:00am via ...

Tunnel Bluffs Trail Update

Updated: July 11, 2020 The route to Tunnel Bluffs now starts from the Sunset Trailhead Parking lot in Lions Bay. View the up...

Sea To Sky Gondola Opens

The Sea To Sky Gondola opens after crews replaced the cable and gondola cars.

2019 Photo Contest Winners

The winners of the Vancouver 2019 Photo Contest.

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