Top Outdoors Experiences

Walk or bike the Seawall: The 8.8-km (5.5-mi) walk around Stanley Park is a civilized entrée into the coastal habitat where forest meets sea. The entire 22-km (13.6-mi) Seawall circles the city and is great for biking.

Hike the Grouse Grind: This two-hour climb up Grouse Mountain is a local rite of passage. The city and ocean views from the top are stunning.

White-water kayak the Capilano River: It's a serious tumble along canyons, through rain forest, and over rocks and rapids.

Play volleyball at Kits Beach: Vancouverites play a mean game of beach volleyball. Listen for the shouts of "good kill" on weekends from late spring to fall.

Kayaking into Indian Arm: Barely 30 minutes from downtown, the North Shore's fjordic landscape is stunning and best appreciated under paddle power.