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Which Are The Best Microspikes For Hiking?
What kind of footwear do you need for hiking in the snow? Do you need any traction device? These were our main questions when we started regular winter hiking in British Columbia. In this post we don’t only tell you about the best microspikes for hiking, but also explain what kind of traction devices are…
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Hike Mount Seymour In Every Season
Hiking Mount Seymour is a classic mountain hike. It’s a moderately difficult one, yet it rewards with exceptional panoramic views, and it’s one of the most scenic hikes on the North Shore. No wonder, it’s extremely popular. The fact that you have only a few months to do it each year won’t help either. Though…
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Spirea Nature Trail: The Best Introduction To Golden Ears
Where to go to experience the magic of British Columbia’s temperate rainforests? Where to go without leaving Vancouver too far behind and without having to hike too much? Golden Ears Provincial Park is your place, because it’s home to some of the most impressive rainforest trails near Vancouver. The Spirea Nature Trail is just the…
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Why Should You Not Miss The Skookumchuck Narrows Hike?
The Skookumchuck Narrows hike was among our favorites on the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia. It’s a “whitewater wonder” like no other. Twice every day you can marvel at powerful rapids and whirlpools as the tide changes, the flow of saltwater switches, and it reverses the direction and power of the Sechelt Rapids. The hike…
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Visit The Hole In The Wall, Port Alberni
The Hole in the Wall hike in Port Alberni was once one of the best hidden gems on Vancouver Island, and it’s still one of the best stops on your way from Vancouver to Tofino. It’s a unique water feature that’s beautiful to visit all year, and it’s accessible by a short, easy hike. Though…
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Bed And Breakfast In Vancouver: 8 Fabulous Places To Stay
Vancouver is one of our favorite cities in the world, where a modern downtown is combined with breathtaking natural beauties, countless hiking trails, waterfalls and beaches. The best place to stay in Vancouver depends on your travel style and interests, and this post is for those of you who are looking for the best B&B…
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Cypress Falls Hike, An Easy Waterfall Trail In West Vancouver
Looking for an easy, pretty waterfall hike in Vancouver? Our favorite is Cypress Falls, and in this article we’re sharing everything you need to know for a delightful hike to this fabulous pair of waterfalls (because there are two of them!), located in a small wilderness park. Cypress Falls Park is one of the loveliest…
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Drive From Vancouver To Whistler: Sea To Sky Highway Road Trip Guide
The views I saw on the drive from Vancouver to Whistler are how I imagined Canada in my dreams: towering cliffs and evergreen pine forests, foggy bays and snowy peaks in the distance. Rain or shine, summer or winter, the Sea to Sky Highway enchants with stunning views! We’ve done this road trip to Whistler…
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Your Golden Ears Provincial Park Hiking & Camping Guide
Golden Ears Provincial Park hiking trails are among the best to experience the magic of British Columbia’s temperate rainforests. From lovely, easy nature walks to challenging summits and lush green canyons, this park offers a lot to hikers of any experience level. But if you prefer chilling out by a beautiful lake or paddling, you…
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Norvan Falls: A Great Year-Round Hike In North Vancouver
Norvan Falls in North Vancouver is one of the best year-round hikes in the Vancouver area for several reasons. It leads to a spectacular waterfall, for one. It also runs through a very beautiful old-growth rainforest and along Lynn Creek, offers some mountain scenery, and it’s likely snow-free for most part of the year. When…
