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Capilano Suspension Bridge and Regional Park |
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3735 Capilano Rd at Edgemont and Montroyal Blvds, North Vancouver V7R 4J1 • 604-985-7474
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Distance:
~6.687 km * |
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Description:
About 10 minutes from downtown Vancouver is the area's most famous attraction, the Capilano Suspension Bridge, which sees some 800,000 visitors each year. The original bridge was built in 1889, and although it's been replaced since then, there's been a bridge here ever since. Swaying 230 feet above the Capilano River, the plank and cable bridge stretches 450 feet from one side to the other. Other attractions at the park include the world's largest privately owned collection of totem poles, totem carving demonstrations, hiking trails, two restaurants and a gift shop. |
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User Rating: 7
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Lighthouse Park |
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Marine Dr to Beacon Ln, West Vancouver • 604-925-7000 • 604-925-7275
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Description:
This rugged, forested park, which is located along West Vancouver's Marine Drive and 20 minutes from downtown, features several trails that lead to tidal pools. In order to keep impact on the environment to a minimum (and to avoid getting lost – a not uncommon occurrence), you'll want to stick to the designated paths. The trail from the parking lot to the lighthouse viewpoint is steep – wear your hiking boots and be prepared for a strenuous return back up to your car. |
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Queen Elizabeth Park – Bloedel Floral Conservatory |
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33rd Ave and Cambie St, Vancouver • 604-257-8584
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Description:
Located on the city's highest point, this gem of a park features spectacular views of the North Shore, the mountains and Vancouver's skyline. Nature is at its finest amid the multitude of flowers, quiet ponds, ducks, wild birds and butterflies. The silver-domed conservatory features numerous climactic zones, including a desert area and a simulated tropical forest, with plants, birds and fish from South America, Mexico and Africa. The park also features a gift shop, restaurant, mini golf, tennis courts and Frisbee golf. |
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* All distances are
approximate "straight-line" distances.
See Directions for actual "travel distances."
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