This past BC Family Day weekend, myself and some of my “Group Hikes Near Vancouver” crew (such awesome people!) hiked Salt Spring Island. Read on below for some information about our adventures including where we camped, some awesome Salt Spring Island hiking trails, a bit of island history and more. New photo by Kristine Krynitzki…
Tag: Summer
Snow-Free Winter Hikes Near Vancouver
Not into snowshoeing? Lucky for you, Vancouver doesn’t often get snow at sea level so we usually have lots of great snow-free hikes near Vancouver year round. Below are 10 great trails you can hike in the winter that are probably clear of snow, or have just a little bit you can walk on without…
A Guide to Savary Island, BC
Touting white sand beaches and the warmest waters north of Mexico, Savary Island definitely deserves a top spot on your list of must-visit places. There is lots to know before you go so I’ve created this, a guide to Savary Island, BC for you. I had been wanting to visit this magical place for about five…
Hikes to Swimming Spots Near Vancouver
You know the feeling. It’s absolutely scorching out (yes that happens in Vancouver sometimes). You really want to get outside and get your sweat on, but it’s the weekend. You also want to relax. Perhaps a beach day at English Bay or Kits Beach, you think to yourself. A dip in the ocean would be…
A Summer Hiking Plan
Perhaps it’s because I’m a chronic planner, but more so it’s just because I love hiking so damn much I have created this summer hiking plan for the upcoming year. I want to maximize the number of incredible hiking trails I get to explore. Instead of reaching each weekend wondering “where to next?” I can…
10 Best Hikes Near Vancouver
I dare say these are the best hikes near Vancouver? That title is a very bold statement, I know. While I believe it to be true, what makes a hike amazing is totally dependent on the reader and what they’re after, so let me first tell you what makes a hike amazing for me. Of…