The Ultimate Banff Travel Guide

Stanley Park is a nature oasis right on the edge of Vancouver’s downtown.  The perfect place for sunset bike rides, forest walks, city views and beach picnics.  Check out the wonders of Stanley Park with a bike rental! 

Jericho (and surrounding) beaches are so close to downtown and feel so far away.  This is a perfect place to come for sunset and maybe even a cheeky beverage.  There is a bike path to here from downtown, or you can drive.  

Vancouver’s rain forest mecca!  Go for a hike in Lynn Canyon and find yuorself crossing suspension bridges, walking through cool, shady forests and following the rushing rivers of the Lynn River as it flows through an ancient forest. 

Deep Cove feels like its own little seaside village on the edge of the wilderness.  A few minute drive from downtown will get you here, where you can rent kayaks, or go for a hike to Quarry Rock for a view. 

West Vancouver’s crown jewel, Lighthouse Park sits between the downtown of Vancouver and the open wilderness of Howe Sound.  This is a spectacular place to catch a sunrise, and the trails weave beneath some of the largest Douglas Fir trees on the coast. 

Mount Seymour is an alpine hiker’s dream come true, with easy access to a variety of trails that quickly whisk you deep into the alpine expanses of the north shore mountains.  Come here for sunrise views, moderate hiking and some great panoramas of Vancovuer and the Strait of Georgia. 

Lively alpine forests, easy ocean views, and reprieve from the bustle of downtown make Cypress Park an amazing place to go hiking in Vancouver.  This is the start of the Howe Sound Crest Trail and many smaller day hikes. 

Nothing beats Granville Island public market to stock up on some picnic supplies for your Vancouver adventure.  This is the perfect palce to see a lively market and get some local delicasies like candied salmon!

An island all on its own, but also right beside Vancouver.  Bowen Island makes for a really fun day trip from Vancouver.  You can hike Mt Gardner for some great views, or circumnavigate Kilarney Lake. 

Banff might be the center of the universe for hiking.  There are trails in all directions of all difficulties.  Head out for a full day, or go on a shorter walk, the choice is yours!

Banff offers several amazing trails to bike on.  Some for views, some for thrills.  You can bike between Banff and Canmore, and that’s just scratching the surface!

Banff is no stranger to nature lovers.  Head out for a scenic drive or walk, around many of the local attractions around Banff.  Wildlife can be found all around Banff (if you know where and when to look!)

Banff may be an outdoor Mecca, but it’s no slouch when it comes to arts and entertainment.  Banff Center for Arts is world class, and the museum in town hold many amazing discoveries.