Horseshoe Bay
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Horseshoe Bay - stroll along
the
waterfront
or watch ferries sail from the terminal. Rent a boat
or charter
a private
salmon fishing or sightseeing trip from
Sewell's
Landing.
Whytecliff Marine park, where scuba divers search
for
treasures
in the sea, is a short distance away. Finish your trip
with
dinner at
one of the many restaurants along the water. |
Deep Cove - Considered the "hidden
secret" of
Vancouver,
the quaint village of Deep Cove features a
fine
selection
of restaurants, a cultural centre comprising an art
gallery
and live
theatre as well as select and unique gift shops and
the most
relaxing
scenery you'll find anywhere. The shores of the
Cove are
the
gateway to B.C.'s newest Provincial Park in Indian Arm
- a 14
mile
pristine fjiord. Rent a canoe or kayak for a few hours
and enjoy
the
tranquility of this unique area with its sheltered
waters.
Motor
boats and private fishing charters are also available.
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Deep Cove
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Lynn Canyon
Lynn Canyon Park
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Lynn Canyon - One of the natural beauties to
be
explored,
Lynn Canyon Park has 617 acres of pristine coastal
temperate
rain
forest. There is a spectacular canyon and suspension
bridge as
well as
miles of hiking trails for all levels. An ecology
centre
brings our
history to life. Easy to access from all North
Shore
locations.
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Seymour Demonstration Forest - Tucked
in the
lower part
of an ancient glacier-carved valley this forest is
an
excellent
example of a typical coastal forest. Over 100 species
of animals
and birds
call this home. Cycle or stroll around Rice
Lake or
hike
across to the Lynn Canyon headquarters. Select trails
were rated
by Fitness
and Speedskating Times as 3rd best in North
America
for inline
skating or blading. |
Seymour Demonstration Forest
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Mountain Biking
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Cycling - Pedal down the peak on a
mountain
bike tour.
The tour takes you on an exploration of Grouse
Mountain's
winding
scenic bike trails. The scenery is spectacular
and time
is given
to photo shoots, rests and a bite to eat. Levels
of
experience
are taken into consideration. There are many mountain
bike
rental
centres in and around Vancouver North Shore. |
Hiking - The 47km Baden Powell trail
runs the
length of
the North Shore Mountains. Many parts are not
strenuous
and give
panoramic views of the area. Grouse Mountain
Hiking
trails are
accessible via the Grouse Mountain SkyRide. The
Seymour
Demonstration
Forest is the perfect area for short or long
hikes. A
one hour
hike takes you around Rice Lake. A quick swim
refreshes
you on a
hot day. The trail can connect to the Lynn Valley
area if
you wish
to include the headwaters of the park. |
Baden Powell Trail
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Lighthouse Park
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Lighthouse Park - Close to Horseshoe Bay
(Vancouver
Island
ferry terminal). The only area untouched by
logging,
see the
six largest trees in Canada and hike under a vast
canopy of
trees. The
waters teem with sea life. Swimming is
excellent!
If you are
a diver, this is the place to explore.
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Ambleside Beach - swimming and walks
along the
3 mile Sea
Walk offer the ultimate view of Lions Gate
Bridge,
Stanley
Park and the city. |
Ambleside Beach
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Northlands Golf Course
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Golfing at its best - Northlands Golf
Centre is
North
Vancouver's newest and only public golf course,
rated No.
1 in
Canada in 1998. Huge granite outcroppings burst
through
lush green
fairways, mountain peaks as a backdrop, all make
Northlands
a
memorable golf experience "where nature is your playing
partner".
Gleneagles,
West Vancouver is a 9 hole public course with
an ocean
and
mountain view. Find par 3 courses at Ambleside and
Murdo
Fraser and
for a truly magnificent ocean/mountain golfing
experience,
drive
thirty minutes or so to the Furry Creak Golf and
Country
Club, a
6,001 yard, 18-hole course. |
Boating - Boat, SeaDoo, kayak and
canoe
rentals
are available in Deep Cove. Indian Arm is a
spectacular
fjord with
countless destinations for glorious day and
overnight
trips. The
sheltered waters of Burrard inlet make this a
very safe
sport for
beginners and experienced boaters. Boats can
also be
rented at
Horseshoe Bay for cruising and fishing. |
Kayaking Indian Arm
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Cleveland Dam & Capilano fish
hatchery
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Cleveland Dam & Capilano Fish Hatchery -
located in
Capilano
River Regional Park. Educational displays show
visitors
the
salmon's life cycle through aquariums, a fish ladder
and
rearing
ponds. Hiking, fishing and kayaking are among the
popular
activities
throughout this unspoiled area. |
Skiing - The beckoning lights of Grouse Mountain
are
perhaps
Vancouver's most recognizable landmark when entering
the region
by night.
Grouse, Cypress Bowl, and Mount Seymour offer
affordable
skiing,
spectacular views of the city, Vancouver Island
and the
San Juan
Islands. |
Grouse Mountain
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