Outdoor adventure · Vancouver

Outdoor adventures near Vancouver

Getting out of Vancouver for the weekend — hikes, trails, paddling and the day trips locals do when the city gets loud.

Editor's pickCurated by locals

Top spots in Vancouver

  • Grouse Mountain

    Outdoors

    North Shore

    Hike the Grind in summer, ski + skate in winter.

  • Queen Elizabeth Park

    Outdoors

    Riley Park

    Cherry blossoms in April, panoramic city views.

  • Stanley Park Seawall

    Outdoors

    West End

    10 km of ocean-edge cycling under cedars and totem poles.

Frequently asked

  • Standouts right now: Stanley Park Seawall, Grouse Mountain, Queen Elizabeth Park. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Vancouver and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.

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