Pender Hill is a short hike on the Sunshine Coast that leads to a beautiful lookout over Pender Harbour and the Malaspina Strait. It is one of the most recommended hikes on the Sunshine Coast. From the lookout, you can see the surrounding mountains, the ocean, and watch seaplanes taking off and landing.
Whyte Lake Hike in West Vancouver
Whyte Lake in West Vancouver is a popular and easy hike. The short trail travels up through the beautiful Nelson Canyon and ends at a small lake.
Whyte Lake has a quaint dock and is a nice spot for swimming in the summer. The trail to the lake follows Nelson and Whyte Creeks. The forest is serene, full of towering trees.
14 Picture Perfect Fall Hikes around Vancouver
Fall is the favourite hiking season for many. The annoying bugs are gone, the leaves are full of color, and the air is cool and crisp.
Elk Falls Hike in Campbell River
Elk Falls Provincial Park, on central Vancouver Island, is a popular destination. The main attractions are camping, salmon fishing, and an incredible 25-meter (89-foot) waterfall.
Located near the town of Campbell River, Elk Falls is a great hike for families.
Seton Lake Lookout in Lillooet, B.C.
The Seton Lake Lookout, near Lillooet, is a popular spot to stop by and grab a photo of the U-shaped Duffy Lake Road in the foreground of Seton Lake.
The drive to Lillooet along the Duffy Lake Road is stunning and makes for a fun road trip. The Seton Lake Lookout over the Duffy Lake Road, and of (a tiny portion of) Seton Lake, is also stunning.
The Lions Hike from the Lions-Binkert Trail
The Lions are an iconic natural landmark in Vancouver, easily spotted from many parts of the city. A hike to the Lions provides one of the most scenic vantage points of any hike around Vancouver.