Michael Schildwachter Hiking in vancouver

Hiking in vancouver by Michael Schildwachter. Not in the crowd? No problem—venture a little further out of Vancouver, and hiker crowds tend to thin out. Opt for hikes that require four-wheel drive to get to the starting point, and you'll be more likely to find the blissful solitude you're seeking.

Hiking in vancouver by Michael Schildwachter.

Not in the crowd? No problem—venture a little further out of Vancouver, and hiker crowds tend to thin out. Opt for hikes that require four-wheel drive to get to the starting point, and you'll be more likely to find the blissful solitude you're seeking.

This alpine walk in Manning Park is a bit of a drive out of Vancouver, but well worth it, especially when the wildflowers are in bloom. The hike begins at the end of the Blackwall Peak Road, high in the Alps. You hike through seemingly endless meadows before gradually ascending Three Brothers Mountain.

The last kilometer to the summit is a steep and rocky climb, but the 2,272m summit is worth it. The hike can be done in one day, but if you have more time, consider camping at one of the backcountry areas along the trail and extend your trip to beautiful Lake Nicomen.

Michael Schildwachter Vancouver Outdoors activities in vancouver

Perhaps the most famous outdoor recreation area in Metro Vancouver is the North Shore. This is a region of mountains, parks, sea and access to the Sea to Sky Corridor and Whistler.

People flock from all over the world to experience the great outdoors in Greater Vancouver, and the North Shore is definitely the driving force behind this attraction.