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2024 Parks Canada Camping Reservations Dates

The Parks Canada Camping Reservation System will be opening beginning on January 19 for the 2024 season.

Tips for Hiking in the Cold

Tips for hiking in the cold weather from wearing warm, well insulated layers of clothing, microspikes, to preparing by checking local avalanche and weather forecasts.

2023 Photo Contest Winners

The winning photos from the 2023 Vancouver Trails Photo Contest.

Best Hikes Near Tofino

Some of the best hikes near Tofino and Ucluelet on the west coast of Vancouver Island.

10 Vancouver Area Hiking Trails That Take You to Mountain Summits

Ten Vancouver area hiking trails that take you to mountain summits, as recommended by @HappiestOutdoors.

The Best Hiking Trails on Salt Spring Island

Explore some of Salt Spring Island’s great hiking trails, Provincial Parks, and scenic viewpoints.

The Campers’ Code

The Camper’s Code provides a series of ethical guidelines and practical rules intended to foster respectful and sustainable behaviour while camping in BC’s great outdoors.

Hiking in the heat brings its own unique challenges and health risks and requires proper precautions as the Vancouver region generally experiences several days of temperatures in the 30+ degree celsius range.

Buntzen Lake Parking Pass

If you are planning to visit the Buntzen Lake area between May 16 – September 2, 2024, and travel there by car will be required to get a free online parking reservation from BC Hydro.

Geocaching while Hiking

Many local parks and hiking trails around the Vancouver region have Geocaches along them and can be an additional fun activity as you are outside exploring.

Finding the Perfect Hiking Boot for You

Hiking boots are one of the most important pieces of gear and ensuring you have proper fitting shoes, good support, and the boots are well constructed will ensure you have a successful adventure.

5 Winter Hikes to Explore

Five of the best hiking trails at lower elevations near Vancouver that are generally snow-free during the winter months.

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