All group walks appearing in this calendar are reserved exclusively for Vancouver Venturer club members and members of affiliated Volkssport clubs. If you wish more information on becoming a club member please click here or contact us at vancouverventurers@gmail.com.
In general, a 5km walk can be finished in 1 hour and a 10km walk can be completed in 2 hours. Members may download a PDF copy of the 2026 annual calendar by clicking here.
Click on a date to see route details as well as the start point location and Google Map directions to the start point. We look forward to seeing you at your next walk.
Events in September 2026
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Sunday, August 30, 2026(1 event) –
Tsawwassen FN – Farm & Industry Walk Malls and crops and oceans…oh, my! This walk has it all. We walk the length of the Tsawwassen Mills Mall, passing by a gigantic bear sculpture and ending at the giant “Bass Pro” aquarium. We then venture outside and follow a shady path bordering farmland. Our journey continues through the new Tsawwassen Shores and Peregrine South housing developments, through the Tsawwassen Reserve then eventually onto a boardwalk where we enjoy a scenic view of the foreshore and Georgia Strait intertidal zone. In the distance, you will see the Roberts Bank and Deltaport shipping terminals, two of the major terminals for exports from our country. We loop back to our start point, passing by a very old aboriginal cemetery and some walkers may wish to pause and pay their respects. Old and new – this is a walk of great contrasts. The 7k goes through the residential section of the TFN and also incorporates a lengthy boardwalk over the salt marshes. Start Location: We will meet inside Tsawwassen Mills mall entrance #3. Distances: 5K, 7K, 10K Trail Rating: 1B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Tsawwassen Mills Mall: Entrance #3 | Monday, August 31, 2026 |
Tuesday, September 1, 2026(1 event) –
Register at Start Point & drive to 5175 Dumfries St (Kensington Community Centre). Walk through residential East Vancouver & then the trails & pathways in Queen Elizabeth Park. Enjoy the quarry garden, arboretum & public art. Return via Nat Bailey Stadium, Riley Park and passing Mountain View Cemetery. The 5k walk will not go to Queen Elizabeth Park. Distance: 10k Trail Rating: 2B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.
Kensington Community Centre 5175 Dumfries Street Vancouver, BC | Wednesday, September 2, 2026 |
Thursday, September 3, 2026(1 event) –
Description: Walk along the picturesque South Arm Dyke of the Fraser River. Explore the historical site “London Farm” that tells the story of farming in Steveston from 1880 to 1930. Be surprised by the water traffic on the river. We walk beside the river for most of this walk. This is a fantastic walk that will have you saying “I did not know that was there”. This is the latest addition to our “Explore Richmond” series - one of 11 walks. Distance: 5K/10K Trail Rating: 1B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Britannia Shipyards National Historical Site (Parking Lot) | Friday, September 4, 2026 |
Saturday, September 5, 2026(1 event) –
Enjoy walking the Arbutus Greenway, Marpole neighbourhoods and along the extensive boardwalk beside the Fraser River, where salt and freshwater meet as the Fraser meets the Pacific Ocean. Beautiful views of the Fraser River from the boardwalks that cross restored tidal marshes and snake between stands of poplar and alder trees. Barges, boats and log booms on the river and the Vancouver Airport runways are just beyond. This part of the walk is the highlight and not to be missed. Distances: 5K/10K Trail Rating: 2B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Safeway Marpole |
Sunday, September 6, 2026(1 event) –
Trail Rating: 2B/3B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Capilano Regional Park - Cleveland Dam Picnic Area 5077 Capilano Rd North Vancouver, BC V7R4K4 Canada |
Monday, September 7, 2026(1 event) –
Route goes along city streets & through three parks: the new Garden City Lands, Paulik Neighbourhood Park & Garden City Community Park & Arboretum. The 6k walk will only go to two parks. Distance: 6/10k Trail Rating: 1B Meet outside the Old Navy Store in Richmond Centre Mall. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. 6551 No. 3 Road Richmond, BC | Tuesday, September 8, 2026 | Wednesday, September 9, 2026 |
Thursday, September 10, 2026(1 event) –
This walk will take you on trails through Central Park all the way to Everett Crowley Park and Avalon Pond. We will return from Champlain Heights via more trails and pathways through parks and some residential areas with lots of trees. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Distance: 5k/10k Trail Rating: 1B Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Starbucks (outside in Station Square, Metrotown) | Friday, September 11, 2026 |
Saturday, September 12, 2026(1 event) –
A scenic walk through two municipalities, from Vancouver to Burnaby Heights with view of Vancouver downtown, the North Shore and Burrard Inlet. On the way back, pass a heritage building opened in 1914. Distance: 6/10K Trail Rating: 2A/2B Start Point: Picnic Table/Hastings Community Preschool in Hastings Community Park on the 3000 block of E Pender St. BEHIND Hastings Community Centre Building, 3096 East Hastings St. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. " Hastings Community Preschool - Hastings Community Park |
Sunday, September 13, 2026(1 event) –
Come Walk With Us on part of the old railway route now converted to walking paths as we walk to the Middle Arm Dyke pathway. While walking on this dyke trail beside the Middle Arm of the Fraser River we get to watch many planes taking off and landing at the Vancouver Airport. As we continue, this Middle Arm Dyke path changes to the West Dyke path and if it is the right time of the year, you will see many herons, eagles and thousands of Snow Geese. Don’t miss this walk. This is one of 11 walks in our “Explore Richmond” series. Distance: 6K,11K Trail Rating: 1B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Thompson Community Centre 5151 Granville Avenue Richmond, BC | Monday, September 14, 2026 |
Tuesday, September 15, 2026(1 event) –
Description: Explore the northern part of Pacific Spirit Regional Park from NW Marine Dr to University Boulevard, parts of which are not covered in our other walks. Get your answer to "why all the fallen trees?" Enjoy the panoramic views along the Spanish Banks beaches. Distance: 6/10K Trail Rating: 2B/3B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Locarno Beach Concession 4445 NW Marine Dr Vancouver, BC V6R 1B7 Canada | Wednesday, September 16, 2026 |
Thursday, September 17, 2026(1 event) –
This walk will start along scenic Burnaby Mountain golf course trails, heading up Shellmont and continuing along the dirt road past the traditional Coast Salish Watch House. From there we will proceed to Stoney Creek, one of the best spots in Metro Vancouver to view salmon migration from October to mid December. Start Point: Parking Lot, 1541 Greystone Dr, Burnaby, BC V5A 1T4 Directions: Parking Lot is accessed via roadway into Burnaby Mountain Golf Course. It is the first road on the left, before the golf course parking lot. Hours: Dawn to dusk. Distance: 5k/10k Trail Rating: 2B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to: vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Parking Lot: 1541 Greystone Dr, Burnaby, BC V5A 1T4 | Friday, September 18, 2026 |
Saturday, September 19, 2026(1 event) –
Walk starts from Goldsworthy Pier, walk along the Spirit Trail by the scenic waterfront with beautiful floating homes. We then head north and follow Mosquito Creek and the Trans Canada Trail through forested areas uphill to Montroyal underpass and then retrace our steps to go back. Enjoy this walk with a mix of boardwalks, nature and urban trails. The 6k route will go until Hwy #1 underpass. If taking the Seabus, the Waterfront Park Dock with the gazebo is located 2 blocks west. of the Lonsdale Quay Seabus. If driving, the gazebo/dock/pier is at the back of Waterfront Park in the 200 block of West Esplanade. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Distance: 6/10/11k Trail Rating: 2B Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Waterfront Park Dock Waterfront Park Dock 49.3109125, -123.0858924 North Vancouver, BC V7M 3K2 Canada |
Sunday, September 20, 2026(1 event) –
If there has ever been a walk when you wanted to say "I did not know that was there", this walk will be one of those. It may be a "WOW" experience for you. This is also an opportunity to walk in the PNE grounds, including the Sanctuary, Momiji gardens, Italian gardens and the Hastings Racecourse. Then, onwards to New Brighton Park, a waterfront park facing the North Shore mountains with beach access to Burrard Inlet. The history of Vancouver starts here. On your way back, you cannot miss the oldest wooden roller coaster, Playland's most historic and spectacular attraction. Distance: 5/10K Trail Rating: 2B Start Point: Picnic Table/Hastings Community Preschool in Hastings Community Park on the 3000 block of E Pender St. BEHIND Hastings Community Centre Building, 3096 East Hastings St. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. " Hastings Community Preschool - Hastings Community Park | Monday, September 21, 2026 |
Tuesday, September 22, 2026(1 event) –
This walk will go along the Seaside Greenway pass Coal Harbour to Canada Place, Gastown and then to Victory Square. Continue to BC Place Stadium, Seaside Greenway, the Roundhouse and back via Yaletown. Don’t miss this walk. It will take you to some parts of downtown not covered in the other walks. The 6k will only go to Victory Square and then return to the start point. Distance: 6k/10k Trail Rating: 2B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. JJ Bean Coffee Roasters | Wednesday, September 23, 2026 |
Thursday, September 24, 2026(1 event) –
“Experience an island park rich in history & natural beauty, learn stories of early island visitors, take in mountain & ocean views & stroll forested trails to peaceful Killarney Lake.” (from Crippen Regional Park brochure) Directions to the Start Point: By car: Take Highway 1 westbound to Horseshoe Bay Village. Pay Parking. By transit: From downtown Vancouver, bus #250 or #257 (Horseshoe Bay) to ferry terminal. Ferry Departure Time from Horseshoe Bay: 10:15 am. It's a 20-minute ferry ride to Snug Cove. Registration: Starts at 9:45 am in the ferry terminal waiting area and continues on the ferry. Walk Start Time: When ferry arrives at Snug Cove. Start Location: Ferry dock on Bowen Island (Snug Cove) Snug Cove Terminal/Ferry Dock Fares: This is a non-bookable route. Fares are paid at the terminal at the time of travel. Seniors (BC Resident) Monday to Thursday: Free; Non-Seniors (12 years and older): $11.60 return. Distances: 6/10/12/16K Trail Rating: 2B/3C Special Programs: Moving Waters Immediately following the walk, join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at Doc Morgan's Pub & Restaurant or any restaurant in Snug Cove. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com.
Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal | Friday, September 25, 2026 |
Saturday, September 26, 2026(1 event) –
Discover what makes Tsawwassen so livable. Walk through Beach Grove where life is "in the slow lane", pass golf courses and through nice neighbourhoods. You will be challenged physically and rewarded visually with farm and mountain views. Sunny Tsawwassen awaits exploration. Distance: 5k/10k Trail Rating: 1B/2B/3B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. " South Delta Recreation Centre 1720 - 56 Street Tsawwassen, BC V4L 2B1 |
Sunday, September 27, 2026(1 event) –
Distances: 5/10K Trail Rating: 2B/3B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Lighthouse Park 4902 Beacon Lane West Vancouver, BC V7W 1K5 Canada | Monday, September 28, 2026 |
Tuesday, September 29, 2026(1 event) –
Come and enjoy some outstanding Fraser River views as we walk the Ladner dyke all the way from Lions Park to Ladner Reach Marina. There is lots to see and plenty of history on this walk as we pass by the Historic Fisherman’s Hall (est. 1943) as well as a plaque honoring the founder of Ladner Village. Have you ever wondered what life is like in a floating home? Now is your chance to find out because we walk through the Ladner Reach Marina – home to 29 float homes with “to die for” views along with some quirky pieces of Expo 86 memorabilia! On a clear day, take in the river, wetland and mountain views – you won’t be disappointed! For a preview of the walk, go to: https://photos.app.goo.gl/jSQxPKQ8f9w4thd99 *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Distance: 7/10K Trail Rating: 1B Start Location: PARKING LOT outside Ricky’s & Famoso Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more information about this walk, email vancouverventurers@gmail.com Ricky's & Famoso | Wednesday, September 30, 2026 |
Thursday, October 1, 2026(1 event) –
We will head to Coal Harbour and walk counter-clockwise on the seawall around Stanley Park. The 10/11 km Seawall loop around iconic Stanley Park is a “MUST SEE” and “MUST DO” activity in Vancouver. It is one of our series of 7 walks in Stanley Park. It offers breathtaking views of Vancouver harbour, the city skyline, North Shore Mountains & English Bay. This route goes past famous landmarks and heritage features such as First Nations Totem Poles, Brockton Point & Prospect Point Lighthouses, Siwash Rock. There are beaches, rock cliffs and coastal forests of majestic cedar, hemlock and fir trees. You will see popular west coast wildlife, including marine life: squirrels, raccoons, skunks, coyotes, herons, eagles, seals and otters. Distance: 5/10/11k Washrooms available at Start/Finish and in park. Trail Rating: 1A Start Location: Meet in the Devonian Harbour Park behind the bus stop on West Georgia St. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Devonian Harbour Park | Friday, October 2, 2026 |
Saturday, October 3, 2026(1 event) –
This walk goes north passing Park Royal and then along the edge of the Capilano River, a salmon-spawning river. We will cross over from West Vancouver to North Vancouver. Just before Highway 1, we head up to Pemberton Heights. Return to West Vancouver via an overpass close to the mouth of the river with panoramic views of English Bay and Vancouver. Enjoy more views along Ambleside Park/Beach. Note: the 5k route does not go to Pemberton Heights. Distance: 5, 10K Trail Rating: 1B/2B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Meet at picnic shelter in John Lawson Park on 16th Street. Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. John Lawson Park 17th St West Vancouver, BC BC V7V 3T3 |
“Explore the Capilano River canyon with its lush forests, marvel at migrating salmon & take in spectacular views of Capilano Lake & the Lions” (from park brochure). Also check out the action at the Capilano Salmon Hatchery and in the rushing river.
About 2k of this walk are in Lighthouse Park, including a viewpoint overlooking Point Atkinson Lighthouse. The rest of the route is on winding, hilly roads & paths through a wealthy residential neighbourhood with some great views of Burrard Inlet.
