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 May 2026
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Sunday, April 26, 2026(1 event) Burnaby - Fraser Foreshore Park –
Following the Fraser River, the Eastern half of the walk takes us to an ecological reserve; the western half follows the Fraser River west on groomed trails and returns through Glenlyon Business Park. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Distance: 5/10k Trail Rating: 1B Fraser Foreshore parking lot, corner of Fraser Park Drive & south end of Byrne Road By car: From Marine Way, proceed south on Byrne Road to end. Parking available in park or along road. By transit: From Metrotown or Edmonds SkyTrain Station, bus #116 to corner of North Fraser Way and Byrne Road; walk south on Byrne Road to river 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. Burnaby - Fraser Foreshore Park 7751 Fraser Park Dr Burnaby, BC | Monday, April 27, 2026 |
Tuesday, April 28, 2026(1 event) Richmond - Central Richmond - Three Parks –
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 | Wednesday, April 29, 2026 |
Thursday, April 30, 2026(1 event) Burnaby - Edmonds Park - George Derby Conservation Area –
The Cariboo Hill neighbourhood is the ultimate destination of this walk. Passing through Robert Burnaby Park we then explore the trails of the George Derby (Cariboo) Conservation Area and on to Cariboo Park before walking through more of the park trails on our return to Edmonds. Start Point: Edmonds Park near the corner of Humphries Ave & Rosewood St. Burnaby, BC V5E 4N4 . Meet at the covered picnic table next to the washrooms in the blue building, corner of Humphries Ave & Rosewood St. Distance: 6k/10k Trail Rating: 3B Special Programs: Boardwalks, Famous Canadians, Art in Public Places, Moving Waters, Murals *** 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.
Humphries Ave & Rosewood St (Approx 7000 Humphries Ave) | Friday, May 1, 2026 |
Saturday, May 2, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Downtown - Lost Lagoon/Blue Heron Colony –
We will walk along the Coal Harbour waterfront from the Convention Centre into Stanley Park where you will be welcomed by Lord Stanley. Walk through the Rose Garden. Then to the north side of Lost Lagoon. Check out the Rhododendron Garden and the Blue Heron Colony, one of the largest urban colony in North America. Pass English Bay and the Inukshuk. Finish with a heritage walk in the West End. Distance: 6k, 10k Trail Rating: 2B Start Location: Meet at JJ Bean Coffee Roasters 1188 Alberni St. Vancouver *** 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 |
Sunday, May 3, 2026(1 event) Richmond - Terra Nova - West Dyke & Railway Greenway –
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, May 4, 2026 |
Tuesday, May 5, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Downtown - Victory Square - Yaletown –
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, May 6, 2026 |
Thursday, May 7, 2026(1 event) Burnaby - Central Park - Plus Two Parks –
Walk through Central Park, Sparwood Park & Captain Cooks Park. Walk will pass Ocean View Burial Park with an option to walk in this park. *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** 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. Starbucks (outside in Station Square, Metrotown) | Friday, May 8, 2026 |
Saturday, May 9, 2026(1 event) Delta - Ladner - Parks Walk - Exchange VVWC with STVC –
6k, 10k options available. We will take a perimeter route that borders the scenic Fraser River Estuary. As you exit the park, proceed along Ferry Rd to the South Arm Marshes where a little bit of unexpected magic awaits you. This route also passes through Ernie Burnett Park & a rare gem of nature known only to locals so it has yet to be named. Truly, a “magical” walk! *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Distance: 6K, 7K & 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 information about this walk, email vancouverventurers@gmail.com
Ladner Harbour Park 4905 Mcneeleys Way Ladner, BC Canada |
Sunday, May 10, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Stanley Park - Seawall (East) –
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 | Monday, May 11, 2026 |
Tuesday, May 12, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Kerrisdale - Arbutus Ridge – Start Point: Parking Lot, Kerrisdale Cyclone Taylor Arena, 5670 East Boulevard Distances: 5K,10K Trail Rating: 2A *** 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 your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For additional information, contact vancouverventurers@gmail.com Kerrisdale Cyclone Taylor Arena | Wednesday, May 13, 2026 |
Thursday, May 14, 2026(1 event) Delta - Ladner - Pioneers and Essential Workers Walk –
Come to Ladner and experience the residential, historical, and community infrastructures of this small community. You will pass by a hospital, community centre, firehall and last but not least, an active Augustinian monastery. Historic structures include the Harris Barn and Kirkland House. Notably, the Forest of the Future Garden was funded by a pair of Volkssporting pioneers. This is one of the most diverse walks offered in South Delta. The 6k route is the Pioneer Walk and the 5k route is the Essential Workers Walk. Distance: 6k/10k Trail Rating: 1B Start Location: PARKING LOT outside Ricky’s & Famoso REGISTRATION: No walk box is available. To register online: click here to download the Registration Form. Save the completed registration form and email, as an attachment, to: vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Walk route instructions, maps and payment procedures will be sent to you by email. For book stamping, you will receive inserts by email once payment is received. *** 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 information about this walk, email vancouverventurers@gmail.com Ricky's & Famoso | Friday, May 15, 2026 |
Saturday, May 16, 2026(1 event) North Vancouver - Lonsdale Quay - Spirit Trail East - Lynn Creek –
Distance: 5/10k Trail Rating: 2B 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. *** 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, May 17, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Spanish Banks - Pacific Spirit Regional Park –
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 |
Monday, May 18, 2026(1 event) Burnaby - Squint Lake Park - Burnaby Mountain –
A moderate uphill walk, with some steep sections, along urban trails and gravel paths, to the mountain via Burnaby Mountain Urban Trail, the Gnome's Home and Pandora Trails. Find those gnomes! A reward waiting for you at the top - enjoy the panoramic views of downtown Vancouver, the North Shore mountains, Deep Cove and Indian Arm and the garden when the roses are blooming. Going downhill to the start point will be a breeze. 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: 6k/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. Parking Lot: 1541 Greystone Dr, Burnaby, BC V5A 1T4 | Tuesday, May 19, 2026 | Wednesday, May 20, 2026 |
Thursday, May 21, 2026(1 event) West Vancouver - Ambleside - Dundarave –
The Western loop goes through “village” of Dundarave, Memorial Park, Dundarave Park and along Centennial Seawalk. The Eastern loop goes through “villages” of Ambleside, Park Royal and along the edge of Ambleside Park. Both loops have interesting shops and eateries, and offer great views of English Bay and Vancouver. Distance: 5/10k Trail Rating: 2B *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Meet at picnic shelter in John Lawson Park at 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 | Friday, May 22, 2026 |
Saturday, May 23, 2026(1 event) Burnaby - Edmonds Park - Byrne Creek Ravine –
This walk explores the southern slope of East Burnaby. After a quick tour of the Middlegate neighborhood and walking by the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre, we head to Byrne Creek Ravine Park where we descend the stairs on the west side to walk along Byrne Creek before returning up the east side to the BC Parkway and Stride Avenue Ravine Park. Start Point: Edmonds Park near the corner of Humphries Ave & Rosewood St. Burnaby, BC V5E 4N4 . Meet at the covered picnic table next to the washrooms in the blue building, corner of Humphries Ave & Rosewood St. Distance: 5k/10k Trail Rating: 2B/2C Special Programs: Boardwalks, Famous Canadians, Art in Public Places, Moving Waters, Murals *** 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. Humphries Ave & Rosewood St (Approx 7000 Humphries Ave) |
Sunday, May 24, 2026(1 event) Richmond - Woodward's Landing/Finn Slough –
Enjoy a pleasant walk beside the Fraser River and past Finn Slough, a historic fishing village that has existed since the late 1800s. Built on swampland, Finn Slough (pronounced ‘Slew’) consists of floating homes, houses on stilts, and both active and retired fishing boats. Distances: 5K, 10K Trail Rating: 1B Start Point: Meet in PARKING LOT. Britannia Shipyards National Historical Site (Parking Lot) Google Maps will take you to the right parking lot. If you are not using Google Maps, be aware that there are two parking lots at Britannia Shipyards, just off Westwater Drive. From Moncton and Railway, proceed South on Railway, which become Westwater Drive. It will be the second parking lot on the right. *** 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. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Britannia Shipyards National Historical Site (Parking Lot) | Monday, May 25, 2026 |
Tuesday, May 26, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Shaughnessy - Quilchena Park –
The route goes through impressive Shaughnessy with its many mansions, then to Quilchena Park and Arbutus Village. The 5k route will not go to Quilchena Park & Arbutus Village. Start Location: Meet in the open space BEHIND Starbucks/Indigo. Distance: 5k/10k Trail Rating: 2A *** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. *** Meet in the open space behind the Starbucks/Indigo. Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. Indigo | Wednesday, May 27, 2026 |
Thursday, May 28, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Hastings Sunrise - PNE –
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: 6K, 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 | Friday, May 29, 2026 |
Saturday, May 30, 2026(1 event) West Vancouver - Ambleside - Capilano River –
This walk goes through “villages” of Ambleside and Park Royal with interesting shops and eateries. Then walk north along the edge of the Capilano River, a salmon-spawning river, in West Vancouver crossing over to North Vancouver and continue along the river all the way up close to Upper Levels (Highway 1). 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 all the way to Centennial Seawalk. There is an option to cross Lions Gate Bridge. This will add another 3k to the walk. Distance: 10k/13k Trail Rating: 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 |
Sunday, May 31, 2026(1 event) Richmond - Terra Nova - YVR South Terminal & Dykes – This walk features walks beside the water along the dyke system, boardwalks, bridges, spectacular views of the North Shore Mountains, aircraft coming and going from the terminal and maybe even a float plane taking off from the Fraser River. Distance: 5K, 7K, 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 information about this walk, contact us at: vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Thompson Community Centre 5151 Granville Avenue Richmond, BC | Monday, June 1, 2026 |
Tuesday, June 2, 2026(1 event) Burnaby - Squint Lake Park - Forest Grove –
This leisurely walk, in the northeastern section of the City of Burnaby, follows a series of gravel paths and urban trails. The area has an interesting mixture of suburban park and the original forested habitat. 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 | Wednesday, June 3, 2026 |
Thursday, June 4, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Vanier Park –
Description: Enjoy a delightful walk along Kitsilano Beach to Point Grey and residential streets, then to Vanier Park, pass Maritime Museum, Gordon MacMillan Southam Observatory and Museum of Vancouver. The 6k will not go to Vanier Park and museums. Distance: 6/10K routes. 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. The Boathouse 1305 Arbutus Street Vancouver, BC V6J 5N2 Canada | Friday, June 5, 2026 |
Saturday, June 6, 2026(1 event) Vancouver - Downtown - Chinatown –
The 10K route goes through Downtown Vancouver, Canada Place, Gastown and Chinatown with an opportunity to walk inside the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park. It also includes a heritage walk through the oldest residential neighbourhood in the City of Vancouver and discover historic buildings and sidewalk mosaics. Heading towards Waterfront Rd., we will get a view of the busy Port of Vancouver and pass the SeaBus Terminal and Vancouver Convention Centre. Return to Downtown along the Seawall.. 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. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. " JJ Bean Coffee Roasters |
