Jericho Beach is a very popular summer destination in Vancouver’s Point Grey neighborhood. At Jericho, you can find incredible views of the North Shore, and the downtown skyline to the west. With the large Jericho Park sheltering the beach, there is no city noise while still being conveniently located. This beach is also popular for …
As a certified beach bum and Vancouver local, I’ve spent hundreds of hours at Vancouver’s many beaches. I’m here to break down the 10 best beaches in Vancouver, their unique traits, and what each beach has to offer, so you can take the guesswork out of planning your next beach day. 1. Sunset Beach Sunset …
Touring Amnicon Falls State Park I recently went on a road trip starting in Montreal, Quebec and travelling across North America to the west coast. Driving through Michigan is… quite frankly, extremely boring. Nothing but trees and trees and trees and road. So when we happened upon the Amnicon Falls State Park, we were so …
The Jones Lake campground is a popular destination located about an hour outside of Chilliwack British Columbia. This mountain lake comes with amazing mountain views, and beautiful clean water, and offers an escape from the surrounding cities without straying too far off of the Trans Canada Highway. This free-to-use campground also means a camping getaway …
The Ultimate Road Trip Packing List Oh road trips. I love road trips when I look back on them (thought they can seem frustrating and overwhelming as they occur). I love watching the landscape change as your cross border lines, I love waking up with the sunrise, I love how you never know what the …
Tower Beach in Vancouver is one of the most isolated and picturesque beaches you can find without straying too far from the city. Technically part of Wreck Beach, Tower is a clothing-optional, northwestern facing beach with incredible north shore views, and views all the way to Vancouver Island to the west. Keep reading to find …
If there’s one place I know well at Cultus Lake, it’s the waterpark. I went when it first opened in 1984 (I was in grade 4) and continued going through the 80s and 90s. In recent years I’ve returned with my own kids (aged 10 and 7). It’s one of my favorite things to do …
Sunset Beach is a popular urban beach in Vancouver’s West End. Aptly named, it is a very popular beach to watch the sunset, and with its location along the seawall, it is super easy to access. This beach has all the amenities you need for the perfect beach day, and with the seawall, park, roller …
I know no lake in the world quite like Cultus Lake. Growing up we had a recreational place there along with a ski boat at the marina. I spent much of my formative years’ summers there. I loved it. I still love Cultus Lake. Now that I have young kids, I get to share the …
Locarno Beach, located in Vancouver’s Point Grey neighborhood, is a surprisingly quiet and peaceful getaway in comparison to Vancouver’s busier city beaches. With all the amenities you could need for a perfect beach day, the hot sandy beach, and the shaded park area, Locarno is great for a quiet escape or a family barbecue. Where …
We live in North Vancouver, BC. It’s a 15-minute drive from Playland in Vancouver. We go annually at least once. Our kids are 10 and 7 so they’re at prime theme park ages. While it’s not my favorite outing of the year, the kids love it. I should mention that I’m not much of a …
Spanish Banks is a hugely popular beach in Vancouver with multiple concession stands, a large park, volleyball nets, and incredible views of Downtown Vancouver and the North Shore. Made up of a series of three beaches all with something special to offer, it would be impossible to not find something to love about Spanish Banks. …
Hidden Beach is a popular destination on the northeastern shore of Lake Tahoe. Located along the Tahoe East Shore Trail, Hidden Beach is like an oasis with gorgeous panoramic views of the lake and mountains, and a secluded feel without having to go too far off the beaten path. I’ve been lucky enough to visit …
The Vancouver Seawall is a massive waterfront pathway that wraps around Stanley Park, and other waterfront areas of Vancouver. The path completed construction in the 1980s and has been an important landmark ever since, with thousands of people walking and biking this path along the park every single day. Where is the Stanley Park Seawall? …
English Bay Beach is one of the most popular beaches in Vancouver. Located in the heart of Vancouver’s West End, English Bay has been a beloved gathering place for Vancouverites and tourists alike for centuries. On the cusp of Stanley Park, bordered by the seawall, and steps away from the popular Davie and Denman streets, …