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Coquitlam Centre Mall – NE Mall Entrance in front of H&M

Coquitlam Centre Mall - NE Mall Entrance in front of H&M
2929 Barnet Hwy
Coquitlam, BC V3B 5R5
Canada
Map Coquitlam Centre Mall - NE Mall Entrance in front of H&M

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Vancouver - Downtown - Chinatown

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Sunday, November 30, 2025

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
1188 Alberni St,
Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5
Canada
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Map JJ Bean Coffee Roasters
1Monday, December 1, 2025

Burnaby - Central Park - Deer Lake Park

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Tuesday, December 2, 2025

 

Walk will go to Oakland Park & Deer Lake Park. Walk on trails & boardwalks in the park & around the lake. The 5K walk will be in Central Park only. Washrooms available at Start/Finish & along routes.

*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***

DISTANCE: 5, 10k               RATING: 2B

Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery.

 

Starbucks (outside in Station Square, Metrotown)
6200 McKay Ave #120
Station Square, Metrotown
Burnaby, BC V5H 4L8
Canada
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Map Starbucks (outside in Station Square, Metrotown)
3Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Richmond - Central Richmond - Minoru Park/Middle Arm Dyke

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Thursday, December 4, 2025

Come Walk With Us and explore Minoru Park (very nice park) and some quiet residential neighbourhoods on our way to the Middle Arm Dyke system that protects the city of Richmond. This part of the dyke pathway is amazing, looking over to the airport, watching planes leave and arrive, very often getting to see row boats, dragon boats or sculls in the Fraser River, walking past the Richmond Oval, and the UBC Boathouse which is a fully floating facility. Lots to see on this walk. This is one of 11 walks in our “Explore Richmond” series.

Distance: 6/10k

Trail Rating: 1B

Meet outside the Old Navy Store in Richmond Centre Mall..

*** Registration starts at 9:30 am.  Walk will start at 10:00 am.  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.

Richmond Centre - Old Navy Store
6551 No. 3 Road
Richmond, BC
Map Richmond Centre - Old Navy Store
5Friday, December 5, 2025

Vancouver - Trout Lake - Renfrew Ravine

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Saturday, December 6, 2025

This walk will take us through several Vancouver parks. We will go around Trout Lake, passing through residential areas, Beaconsfield Park and into Renfrew Park before entering Renfrew Ravine Park, onwards to Slocan Park and returning to John Hendry Park.

Distances:  5/8/10K

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.

Trout Lake Community Centre
3360 Victoria Drive
Vancouver, BC V5N 4M4
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Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Locarno Beach

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Sunday, December 7, 2025

Route is in West Point Grey. You will see older homes with varied architecture, including 1940s to 1950s housing in a neighbourhood called “Little Australia”. Then into another area with beautiful mansions; some of the most expensive homes in Vancouver are located here. Return along Spanish Banks, Locarno Beach and Jericho Beach.

Start Location: Parking Lot outside A&W Restaurant

Distance: 6/10k

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 a nearby eatery.

2083 Alma St (@ West 4th Ave)
2083 Alma Street (@ West 4th Ave)
Vancouver, BC V6R 4N6
Canada
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8Monday, December 8, 2025

Vancouver - Shaughnessy - Queen Elizabeth Park

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Tuesday, December 9, 2025

This route goes through the beautiful mansions along Hudson St. and various streets in Shaughnessy. Then onwards to Cambie St and Queen Elizabeth Park with its gardens, public art and panoramic view of Vancouver.

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. ***

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.

Indigo
2505 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC V6H 3G7
Canada
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10Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Delta - Ladner - Pioneers and Essential Workers Walk - Exchange STVC-VVVC

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Thursday, December 11, 2025

 

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.

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. ***

Distance: 6k/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

Ricky's All-Day Grill (Parking Lot)
5239 Ladner Trunk Road
Ladner, BC V4K 1W4
Canada
Map Ricky's All-Day Grill (Parking Lot)
12Friday, December 12, 2025

Vancouver - Stanley Park- Trails (Connie's Walk)

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Saturday, December 13, 2025

On this walk, you will enjoy magnificent views of Coal Harbour, the Brockton Point Lighthouse, Lumberman’s Arch and the Variety Kids water park. Here we turn off the Seawall into the trails. View the Japanese Canadian War Monument, the Miniature Railway, the Pavilion Gardens and the Rose Garden before enjoying more natural surroundings of trails leading to Beaver Lake and on to Second Beach.

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. ***

Distance: 5/10k

Trail Rating: 1A/2B

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, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com

 

Devonian Harbour Park
1929 West Georgia St
Vancouver, BC V6G 2W9
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Map Devonian Harbour Park

Vancouver - Downtown - Christmas Lights Walk

4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Sunday, December 14, 2025

A special evening Christmas Lights walk through Downtown Vancouver. Walk starts with a visit to the LIGHTS OF HOPE at St. Paul’s Hospital. Onwards to Robson Square and down Burrard St to Canada Place. Follow the signs to “CHRISTMAS AT CANADA PLACE” for the Woodward’s windows and Sails of Light. Then up the living green roof to see the CHRISTMAS MARKET at Jack Poole Plaza. Walk along the Seaside Greenway (Seawall), to the beautiful marina in Coal Harbour, passing Westin Bayshore Hotel. Return via Beach Avenue with options to have dinner in the English Bay area.

  • There is no fee for this walk. There are several places where you can make donations.
  • Wear reflective and/or bright clothing and bring a flashlight (so you can read the route instructions).
  • The 6K route will not go to Coal Harbour, Westin Bayshore and Beach Avenue.

Distance: 6k,10k

Trail Rating: 2A

*** Registration starts at 3:30. Walk starts at 4:00 ***

Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for dinner at a nearby eatery.

For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. "

 

JJ Bean Coffee Roasters
1188 Alberni St,
Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5
Canada
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15Monday, December 15, 2025

West Vancouver - Ambleside - Architecture & Historical Walk

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Tuesday, December 16, 2025

This is a wonderful easy, sometimes breezy, walk along the lower road of Dundarave, West Bay and Altamont neighborhoods. You will encounter beautiful scenery, huge cedars, lovely lavish gardens, quaint tucked-away beaches and architecturally-renowned mansions. Along the route, fascinating “Fun Facts for Free” are noted. (If interested in knowing a little bit more, a separate page will be offered by the host). There are some stairs, some small steps and just the right number of hills to make it interesting. Enjoy the decorated Christmas trees in Dundarave Beach Park.

Distance: 6k/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 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
Map John Lawson Park
17Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Vancouver - Downtown - Lost Lagoon/Blue Heron Colony

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Thursday, December 18, 2025

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
1188 Alberni St,
Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5
Canada
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19Friday, December 19, 2025

Richmond - Steveston - West Dyke

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Saturday, December 20, 2025

Come Walk With Us and follow part of the old railway route that has been converted to walking paths. We pass the very historic home of one of the original Steveston pioneers and then head back to the West Dyke. The variety of birds that you will get to see while walking on the dykes is amazing. This walk ends by walking back through the village and along the boardwalk by the marina. This is one of 11 walks in our “Explore Richmond” series.

Garry Point Park and out and back on a beautiful section of the dyke system that protects Richmond. There are 5km & 10km options for this walk.

Distance: 5/10k

Trail Rating: 1B

*** Registration starts 30 minutes prior to start time. All walkers must register no later than 5 minutes prior to start time. ***

Meet in the parking lot across the street from the community centre.

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.

Steveston Community Centre
4111 Moncton Street
Steveston, BC
Map Steveston Community Centre

North Vancouver - Lonsdale Quay - Spirit Trail East - Lynn Creek

10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Sunday, December 21, 2025

  • Spirit Trail East – Lynn Creek: Walk the Spirit Trail east of Lonsdale Quay that will take you to Moodyville Park and Park & Tilford Gardens, onwards to a trail along Lynn Creek to Bridgman Park, then to Sunrise Park. Besides admiring the nature around you, take in the spectacular view of Vancouver city across Burrard Inlet as you pass Lonsdale Quay and the Shipyards. Check out the history of the “Benjamin Sewall” as you pass by the grain elevators.
  • 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
    Map Waterfront Park Dock
    22Monday, December 22, 2025

    Delta - Tsawwassen - Central Walk

    10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Tuesday, December 23, 2025

    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
    Map South Delta Recreation Centre

    No Walk Scheduled

    10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Wednesday, December 24, 2025

    No walk is scheduled today.

    No Walk Scheduled

    10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Thursday, December 25, 2025

    No walk is scheduled today.

    Vancouver - Downtown - Victory Square - Yaletown

    10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Friday, December 26, 2025

     

    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
    1188 Alberni St,
    Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5
    Canada
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    Burnaby - Central Park - Plus Two Parks

    10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Saturday, December 27, 2025

    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)
    6200 McKay Ave #120
    Station Square, Metrotown
    Burnaby, BC V5H 4L8
    Canada
    View Location
    Map Starbucks (outside in Station Square, Metrotown)

    Vancouver - Shaughnessy - Olympic Village - Cambie Bridge

    10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Sunday, December 28, 2025

    Enjoy the panoramic scenery of Vancouver from different viewpoints. This walk takes you to Granville Island & along the Seaside Greenway to Olympic Village, Science World to Coopers’ Park, cross Cambie Bridge & return to Granville Island. Check out what Granville Island has to offer as you walk around the Island. The 6K walk will only go to Charleson Park & Granville Island.

    Start Location: Meet in the open space BEHIND Starbucks/Indigo.

    Distance: 6/10k

    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 Starbucks/Indigo.

    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.

    Indigo
    2505 Granville Street
    Vancouver, BC V6H 3G7
    Canada
    View Location
    Map Indigo
    29Monday, December 29, 2025

    Vancouver - Stanley Park - Prospect Point - Lake & Lagoon

    10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Tuesday, December 30, 2025

    We will go around Lost Lagoon and take a different trail to Prospect Point. On the way, you will see the iconic Hollow tree, a Vancouver Heritage. Do you know there is a softball field in Stanley Park? Then down to the Seawall to the south side of Beaver Lake and to the Rose Garden.

    There are two 5K route options: (i) walk mostly on the east side of the Seawall and back via the Rose Garden (ii) walk on trails to Beaver Lake, the Aquarium and back via the Seawall.

    Distance: 5/10k

    Trail Rating: 1A/2B

    Start Location: Meet in the sitting area of Devonian Harbour Park, 1929 W Georgia St (NW corner of Denman & W Georgia - behind the bus stop).

    *** 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.

    Devonian Harbour Park
    1929 West Georgia St
    Vancouver, BC V6G 2W9
    View Location
    Map Devonian Harbour Park

    No Walk Scheduled

    10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Wednesday, December 31, 2025

    No walk is scheduled today.

    Vancouver - Stanley Park- Trails (Connie's Walk)

    10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Thursday, January 1, 2026

    On this walk, you will enjoy magnificent views of Coal Harbour, the Brockton Point Lighthouse, Lumberman’s Arch and the Variety Kids water park. Here we turn off the Seawall into the trails. View the Japanese Canadian War Monument, the Miniature Railway, the Pavilion Gardens and the Rose Garden before enjoying more natural surroundings of trails leading to Beaver Lake and on to Second Beach.

    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. ***

    Distance: 5/10k

    Trail Rating: 1A/2B

    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, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com

     

    Devonian Harbour Park
    1929 West Georgia St
    Vancouver, BC V6G 2W9
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    Map Devonian Harbour Park
    2Friday, January 2, 2026

    Richmond - Central Richmond - Three Parks

    10:00 am – 1:00 pm
    Saturday, January 3, 2026

     

    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.

    Richmond Centre - Old Navy Store
    6551 No. 3 Road
    Richmond, BC
    Map Richmond Centre - Old Navy Store

    Upcoming Walks

    • 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, Saturday, December 6, 2025 – Vancouver - Trout Lake - Renfrew Ravine
    • 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, Sunday, December 7, 2025 – Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Locarno Beach
    • 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, Tuesday, December 9, 2025 – Vancouver - Shaughnessy - Queen Elizabeth Park
    • 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, Thursday, December 11, 2025 – Delta - Ladner - Pioneers and Essential Workers Walk - Exchange STVC-VVVC
    • 10:00 am – 1:00 pm, Saturday, December 13, 2025 – Vancouver - Stanley Park- Trails (Connie's Walk)
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