Permanent Trail Listings

Permanent Trail routes are scheduled throughout the year – Jan 01 to Dec 31. Walk boxes are located at some Start Points. Walk fees for Permanent Trails are $1.

If you wish to walk a Permanent Trail when it is not scheduled as a group walk, for those locations where walk boxes are not available, online registration is required. Complete the PT Registration Form, email the completed form to vancouverventurers@gmail.com, and you will receive instructions regarding route directions, fee payment and stamping.

Click on the PT below for a detailed description of each Permanent Trail:

Vancouver – Kitsilano/West Point Grey

Events in March 2024

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					1	2 Delta-Tsawwassen - Beach Grove Brambles 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Saturday, March 2, 2024 This walk goes through the very old community of Beach Grove in Tsawwassen, South Delta. Beach Grove originated as a cottage community before the George Massey tunnel was built. In the 1930’s and 1940’s, it was considered a remote location – you had to take a ferry to get there! We will pass by some of the original cottages, as well as walk a scenic dyke, some mud flats and briefly visit Boundary Bay Regional Park. The community has grown a lot since the “olden days” but provides a unique charm with lots of shady pathways on those hot summer days! We will also see the award-winning “Flandez House” (complete with rooftop piano) – an unexpected and stunning piece of modern architecture amid our “rambling” route! Distance: 6k/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. * 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
3 North Vancouver - Lonsdale Quay - Mosquito Creek 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Sunday, March 3, 2024 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 Map	4	5 Vancouver - Kerrisdale - Arbutus Ridge 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 5, 2024 Start Point: Parking Lot, Kerrisdale Cyclone Taylor Arena, 5670 East Boulevard Description: What a very nice area to discover! Located on the high point of Vancouver's Westside, you get to see some very nice city and mountain views all the way to the North Shore (on a clear day) while walking in a mature community with tree-lined streets, restored heritage houses and quiet neighborhood parks. Explore these beautiful, affluent, residential local neighborhoods with your walking friends. Distances: 5/10k 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 5670 East Boulevard Vancouver, BC V6M 3V2 Canada View Location Map	6	7 Richmond - Steveston - West Dyke 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Thursday, March 7, 2024 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	8	9 Vancouver - The Canuck City 10:00 am – 11:30 am Saturday, March 9, 2024 Description: Enjoy Canada Place and the historical areas of Gastown, Chinatown, Dr. Sun Yat Sen Garden and heritage homes in the West End. Due to the 11:30am AGM start time, we recommend doing the 6k route today. Start Point: Coal Harbour Community Centre 480 Broughton St, Vancouver, BC V6G 3H4 Distances: 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. * Immediately following the walk, join us at the Coal Harbour Community Centre for the club's Annual General Meeting. Lunch will be provided, following the AGM. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Coal Harbour Community Centre 480 Broughton St. Vancouver, BC V6G 3H4 Canada View Location Map, VVWC Annual General Meeting 11:30 am – 2:30 pm Saturday, March 9, 2024 Immediately following the Canuck City walk, join us for our Annual General Meeting. VVWC is not just a walking club; it's a community that thrives on the passion and enthusiasm of its members. Your presence at the Annual General Meeting is invaluable, and we look forward to your active participation in making VVWC even better. Lunch is on us!! Location: Coal Harbour Community Centre 480 Broughton St, Vancouver, BC V6G 3H4 Coal Harbour Community Centre 480 Broughton St. Vancouver, BC V6G 3H4 Canada View Location Map
10 Vancouver - Stanley Park - The Best of Stanley Park Trails 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Sunday, March 10, 2024 Description: Most of this walk is on trails inside Stanley Park. You will see breathtaking views of Vancouver harbour, city skyline, North Shore Mountains and passing famous landmarks and heritage features. The walk begins with Lord Stanley welcoming you into the Park. Continue on to the old Polar Bear Den, Aquarium, Brockton Oval, Totem Poles, then onto the Seawall for a short distance. Up the trails to Prospect Point and down to the Siwash Rock Viewpoint on another trail above the cliff, parallel to the seawall below. See the Siwash Rock from the top, instead of at sea level. More trails to Ferguson Point and Teahouse Restaurant (lunch here if you wish). Finally, enjoy the trail along Lost Lagoon. Watch for the wildlife, including marine life, throughout your walk. 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: 5/10 km Rating: 1A/2B Start Location: Meet in the sitting area of Devonian Harbour Park, 1929 W Georgia St (NW corner of Denman & W Georgia St - behind the bus stop on. * 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 further information contact us at: vancouverventurers@gmail.com Devonian Harbour Park 1929 West Georgia St Vancouver, BC V6G 2W9 View Location Map	11	12 Richmond - Central Richmond- Shell Road Trail 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 12, 2024 A very nice addition to our Richmond Series of walks. A flat (as all Richmond walks are) relaxing walk in Central Richmond. Walking in Garden City Community Park is always a treat with the lagoons and waterfowl to enjoy. The 10K route saves the best for last as we walk a few kilometres on the Shell Road Trail. This rural trail, hidden amongst some interesting neighbourhoods, is a calming walk on a tree-lined (really a tunnel of trees) trail. A very interesting walk to explore. This walk is in our “Explore Richmond” series. "Come Walk With Us”. 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. * 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 Arm Community Centre 8880 Williams Rd Richmond, BC V7A 1G6 Canada Map	13	14 BURNABY - Central Park 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Thursday, March 14, 2024 Central Park is notable for its immense Douglas fir, Western hemlock, cedar, poplar and maple groves. We'll enjoy a walk along the BC Parkway Urban Trail (beside the SkyTrain) and through Central Park before returning via residential streets. Washrooms available at Start/Finish & in the Park. * 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. Starbucks (outside in Station Square, Metrotown) 6200 McKay Ave #120 Station Square, Metrotown Burnaby, BC V5H 4L8 Canada View Location Map	15	16 Richmond - Terra Nova - YVR South Terminal & Dykes 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Saturday, March 16, 2024 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 Map
17 West Vancouver - Ambleside - Lions Gate Bridge - Prospect Point 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Sunday, March 17, 2024 This is an extension of the Eastern loop which goes through “villages” of Ambleside and Park Royal. Then cross Lions Gate Bridge to Prospect Point in Stanley Park. Return via the beach in Ambleside Park. The route offers panoramic views of Burrard Inlet and Vancouver. 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. * 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	18	19 Vancouver - Downtown - West End 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 19, 2024 Walk 5k, 6, or 11 km. This walk is made up of two loops. The 5K Western Loop goes to the Olympic Cauldron (2010 Winter Olympics) in Jack Poole Plaza, up onto the “living roof”, then along the Coal Harbour Seaside Greenway (Seawall), all the way to Westin Bayshore Hotel. Then through some nice heritage-home neighbourhoods in the West End. The 6K Eastern Loop goes through Downtown Vancouver, around Canada Place Building along “The Canadian Trail”, Gastown & part of Chinatown, including the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park. We will return along West Georgia, the hub of downtown shopping and transportation. Washrooms available at Start/Finish & along routes. Walk 5/6km or 11km routes. 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. " JJ Bean Coffee Roasters 1188 Alberni St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5 Canada View Location Map	20	21 Delta – Ladner – Pioneers and Essential Workers Walk 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Thursday, March 21, 2024 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	22	23 Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Locarno Beach 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Saturday, March 23, 2024 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: 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. * 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 View Location Map
24 North Vancouver - Lynn Canyon Park 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Sunday, March 24, 2024 This spring walk will explore the trails in Lynn Canyon’s second-growth forest, as well as the suspension bridge and Twin Falls Bridge. We will walk around Rice Lake in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve, then onto the connector to Lynn Headwaters Regional Park. You will be surrounded by nature – creeks, lake, pools, waterfalls, forests, wildlife and lots more! Distance: 6K/10K Trail Rating: 2B/3C The start point is Kilmer Park, 1700 Dempsey Rd. We will meet in the parking lot. NOTES: 1. Some parts of the 10K walk are steep and rocky. Wear sturdy shoes. Walking poles or sticks are recommended. 2. Dogs are not allowed around Rice Lake. * 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. Kilmer Park - Parking Lot 1700 Dempsey North Vancouver, BC Map	25	26 Richmond - Steveston - South Dyke 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 26, 2024 Steveston Rocks (WALKS)!!! This walk really has everything and is worth the effort to get to Steveston. A must see. Come Walk With Us and see this interesting little village, see some fantastic museums that you will want to explore further when you have the time and walk part of the 35 km of dykes that are in Richmond. This is one of 11 walks in our “Explore Richmond” series. Meet in the parking lot across the street from the community centre. 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. * Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Steveston Community Centre 4111 Moncton Street Steveston, BC Map	27	28	29 North Vancouver - Lonsdale Quay - Spirit Trail East - Lynn Creek 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Friday, March 29, 2024 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	30 Port Moody - Rocky Point 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Saturday, March 30, 2024 Description: PT 177 - We're delighted to join our friends from Surrey Trekkers today for a walk at Rocky Point in Port Moody. The routes offer options of 5k, 6k, and 10k, mostly along Shoreline Trail, as well as through residential streets around Burrard Inlet. Restrooms are conveniently available at the Start/Finish line, along the route in Rocky Point Park, and beside Old Orchard Park. Situated along the picturesque shores of Burrard Inlet, Rocky Point Park in Port Moody stands out as one of the most breathtaking parks in the lower mainland. The Shoreline Trail presents an effortless walking experience, winding around the easternmost stretch of Burrard Inlet, taking in the views from the pier at Rocky Point Park and wandering through Old Orchard Park. Distances: 5/6/10 km Trail Rating: 1B Start Time: Registration begins at 9:30am and ends at 9:55 am. The walk starts promptly at 10:00 am Start Location: The Runners Den, 239 Newport Drive The Runners Den is a short 10 minute walk from the Inlet Centre Skytrain station. Hosts: Jen & Mary: surreytrekkersbc.gmail.com Eatery: St. James Well Pub 248 Newport Drive 604-461-0800 Runner's Den 239 Newport Drive Port Moody, BC Map
31 Delta - Tsawwassen FN - Farm and Industry Walk 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Sunday, March 31, 2024 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 5000 Canoe Pass Way Tsawwassen , BC V4M 4G8 Canada View Location Map

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					1	2 Delta-Tsawwassen - Beach Grove Brambles 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Saturday, March 2, 2024 This walk goes through the very old community of Beach Grove in Tsawwassen, South Delta. Beach Grove originated as a cottage community before the George Massey tunnel was built. In the 1930’s and 1940’s, it was considered a remote location – you had to take a ferry to get there! We will pass by some of the original cottages, as well as walk a scenic dyke, some mud flats and briefly visit Boundary Bay Regional Park. The community has grown a lot since the “olden days” but provides a unique charm with lots of shady pathways on those hot summer days! We will also see the award-winning “Flandez House” (complete with rooftop piano) – an unexpected and stunning piece of modern architecture amid our “rambling” route! Distance: 6k/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. * 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
3 North Vancouver - Lonsdale Quay - Mosquito Creek 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Sunday, March 3, 2024 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 Map	4	5 Vancouver - Kerrisdale - Arbutus Ridge 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 5, 2024 Start Point: Parking Lot, Kerrisdale Cyclone Taylor Arena, 5670 East Boulevard Description: What a very nice area to discover! Located on the high point of Vancouver's Westside, you get to see some very nice city and mountain views all the way to the North Shore (on a clear day) while walking in a mature community with tree-lined streets, restored heritage houses and quiet neighborhood parks. Explore these beautiful, affluent, residential local neighborhoods with your walking friends. Distances: 5/10k 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 5670 East Boulevard Vancouver, BC V6M 3V2 Canada View Location Map	6	7 Richmond - Steveston - West Dyke 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Thursday, March 7, 2024 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	8	9 Vancouver - The Canuck City 10:00 am – 11:30 am Saturday, March 9, 2024 Description: Enjoy Canada Place and the historical areas of Gastown, Chinatown, Dr. Sun Yat Sen Garden and heritage homes in the West End. Due to the 11:30am AGM start time, we recommend doing the 6k route today. Start Point: Coal Harbour Community Centre 480 Broughton St, Vancouver, BC V6G 3H4 Distances: 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. * Immediately following the walk, join us at the Coal Harbour Community Centre for the club's Annual General Meeting. Lunch will be provided, following the AGM. For more info about this walk, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Coal Harbour Community Centre 480 Broughton St. Vancouver, BC V6G 3H4 Canada View Location Map, VVWC Annual General Meeting 11:30 am – 2:30 pm Saturday, March 9, 2024 Immediately following the Canuck City walk, join us for our Annual General Meeting. VVWC is not just a walking club; it's a community that thrives on the passion and enthusiasm of its members. Your presence at the Annual General Meeting is invaluable, and we look forward to your active participation in making VVWC even better. Lunch is on us!! Location: Coal Harbour Community Centre 480 Broughton St, Vancouver, BC V6G 3H4 Coal Harbour Community Centre 480 Broughton St. Vancouver, BC V6G 3H4 Canada View Location Map
10 Vancouver - Stanley Park - The Best of Stanley Park Trails 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Sunday, March 10, 2024 Description: Most of this walk is on trails inside Stanley Park. You will see breathtaking views of Vancouver harbour, city skyline, North Shore Mountains and passing famous landmarks and heritage features. The walk begins with Lord Stanley welcoming you into the Park. Continue on to the old Polar Bear Den, Aquarium, Brockton Oval, Totem Poles, then onto the Seawall for a short distance. Up the trails to Prospect Point and down to the Siwash Rock Viewpoint on another trail above the cliff, parallel to the seawall below. See the Siwash Rock from the top, instead of at sea level. More trails to Ferguson Point and Teahouse Restaurant (lunch here if you wish). Finally, enjoy the trail along Lost Lagoon. Watch for the wildlife, including marine life, throughout your walk. 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: 5/10 km Rating: 1A/2B Start Location: Meet in the sitting area of Devonian Harbour Park, 1929 W Georgia St (NW corner of Denman & W Georgia St - behind the bus stop on. * 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 further information contact us at: vancouverventurers@gmail.com Devonian Harbour Park 1929 West Georgia St Vancouver, BC V6G 2W9 View Location Map	11	12 Richmond - Central Richmond- Shell Road Trail 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 12, 2024 A very nice addition to our Richmond Series of walks. A flat (as all Richmond walks are) relaxing walk in Central Richmond. Walking in Garden City Community Park is always a treat with the lagoons and waterfowl to enjoy. The 10K route saves the best for last as we walk a few kilometres on the Shell Road Trail. This rural trail, hidden amongst some interesting neighbourhoods, is a calming walk on a tree-lined (really a tunnel of trees) trail. A very interesting walk to explore. This walk is in our “Explore Richmond” series. "Come Walk With Us”. 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. * 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 Arm Community Centre 8880 Williams Rd Richmond, BC V7A 1G6 Canada Map	13	14 BURNABY - Central Park 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Thursday, March 14, 2024 Central Park is notable for its immense Douglas fir, Western hemlock, cedar, poplar and maple groves. We'll enjoy a walk along the BC Parkway Urban Trail (beside the SkyTrain) and through Central Park before returning via residential streets. Washrooms available at Start/Finish & in the Park. * 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. Starbucks (outside in Station Square, Metrotown) 6200 McKay Ave #120 Station Square, Metrotown Burnaby, BC V5H 4L8 Canada View Location Map	15	16 Richmond - Terra Nova - YVR South Terminal & Dykes 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Saturday, March 16, 2024 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 Map
17 West Vancouver - Ambleside - Lions Gate Bridge - Prospect Point 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Sunday, March 17, 2024 This is an extension of the Eastern loop which goes through “villages” of Ambleside and Park Royal. Then cross Lions Gate Bridge to Prospect Point in Stanley Park. Return via the beach in Ambleside Park. The route offers panoramic views of Burrard Inlet and Vancouver. 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. * 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	18	19 Vancouver - Downtown - West End 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 19, 2024 Walk 5k, 6, or 11 km. This walk is made up of two loops. The 5K Western Loop goes to the Olympic Cauldron (2010 Winter Olympics) in Jack Poole Plaza, up onto the “living roof”, then along the Coal Harbour Seaside Greenway (Seawall), all the way to Westin Bayshore Hotel. Then through some nice heritage-home neighbourhoods in the West End. The 6K Eastern Loop goes through Downtown Vancouver, around Canada Place Building along “The Canadian Trail”, Gastown & part of Chinatown, including the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Park. We will return along West Georgia, the hub of downtown shopping and transportation. Washrooms available at Start/Finish & along routes. Walk 5/6km or 11km routes. 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. " JJ Bean Coffee Roasters 1188 Alberni St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1A5 Canada View Location Map	20	21 Delta – Ladner – Pioneers and Essential Workers Walk 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Thursday, March 21, 2024 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	22	23 Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Locarno Beach 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Saturday, March 23, 2024 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: 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. * 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 View Location Map
24 North Vancouver - Lynn Canyon Park 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Sunday, March 24, 2024 This spring walk will explore the trails in Lynn Canyon’s second-growth forest, as well as the suspension bridge and Twin Falls Bridge. We will walk around Rice Lake in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve, then onto the connector to Lynn Headwaters Regional Park. You will be surrounded by nature – creeks, lake, pools, waterfalls, forests, wildlife and lots more! Distance: 6K/10K Trail Rating: 2B/3C The start point is Kilmer Park, 1700 Dempsey Rd. We will meet in the parking lot. NOTES: 1. Some parts of the 10K walk are steep and rocky. Wear sturdy shoes. Walking poles or sticks are recommended. 2. Dogs are not allowed around Rice Lake. * 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. Kilmer Park - Parking Lot 1700 Dempsey North Vancouver, BC Map	25	26 Richmond - Steveston - South Dyke 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 26, 2024 Steveston Rocks (WALKS)!!! This walk really has everything and is worth the effort to get to Steveston. A must see. Come Walk With Us and see this interesting little village, see some fantastic museums that you will want to explore further when you have the time and walk part of the 35 km of dykes that are in Richmond. This is one of 11 walks in our “Explore Richmond” series. Meet in the parking lot across the street from the community centre. 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. * Immediately following the walk, you may wish to join some of your fellow walkers for lunch at a nearby eatery. For more info, send an email to vancouverventurers@gmail.com. Steveston Community Centre 4111 Moncton Street Steveston, BC Map	27	28	29 North Vancouver - Lonsdale Quay - Spirit Trail East - Lynn Creek 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Friday, March 29, 2024 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	30 Port Moody - Rocky Point 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Saturday, March 30, 2024 Description: PT 177 - We're delighted to join our friends from Surrey Trekkers today for a walk at Rocky Point in Port Moody. The routes offer options of 5k, 6k, and 10k, mostly along Shoreline Trail, as well as through residential streets around Burrard Inlet. Restrooms are conveniently available at the Start/Finish line, along the route in Rocky Point Park, and beside Old Orchard Park. Situated along the picturesque shores of Burrard Inlet, Rocky Point Park in Port Moody stands out as one of the most breathtaking parks in the lower mainland. The Shoreline Trail presents an effortless walking experience, winding around the easternmost stretch of Burrard Inlet, taking in the views from the pier at Rocky Point Park and wandering through Old Orchard Park. Distances: 5/6/10 km Trail Rating: 1B Start Time: Registration begins at 9:30am and ends at 9:55 am. The walk starts promptly at 10:00 am Start Location: The Runners Den, 239 Newport Drive The Runners Den is a short 10 minute walk from the Inlet Centre Skytrain station. Hosts: Jen & Mary: surreytrekkersbc.gmail.com Eatery: St. James Well Pub 248 Newport Drive 604-461-0800 Runner's Den 239 Newport Drive Port Moody, BC Map
31 Delta - Tsawwassen FN - Farm and Industry Walk 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Sunday, March 31, 2024 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 5000 Canoe Pass Way Tsawwassen , BC V4M 4G8 Canada View Location Map

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Permanent Trail Listings

Burnaby – Central Park

Delta – Ladner

North Vancouver – Lonsdale Quay

Richmond – Central Richmond

Richmond – Steveston

Richmond – Terra Nova/Sea Island

Vancouver – Shaughnessy

Vancouver – Stanley Park

West Vancouver – Ambleside

Delta - Ladner - Parks Walk

Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Vanier Park

Vancouver - Downtown - Lost Lagoon/Blue Heron Colony

Delta-Tsawwassen - Beach Grove Brambles

North Vancouver - Lonsdale Quay - Mosquito Creek

Vancouver - Kerrisdale - Arbutus Ridge

Richmond - Steveston - West Dyke

Vancouver - The Canuck City

VVWC Annual General Meeting

Vancouver - Stanley Park - The Best of Stanley Park Trails

Richmond - Central Richmond- Shell Road Trail

BURNABY - Central Park

Richmond - Terra Nova - YVR South Terminal & Dykes

West Vancouver - Ambleside - Lions Gate Bridge - Prospect Point

Vancouver - Downtown - West End

Delta – Ladner – Pioneers and Essential Workers Walk

Vancouver - Kitsilano/West Point Grey - Locarno Beach

North Vancouver - Lynn Canyon Park

Richmond - Steveston - South Dyke

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

Port Moody - Rocky Point

Delta - Tsawwassen FN - Farm and Industry Walk

Richmond - Terra Nova - West Dyke & Railway Greenway

BURNABY - Central Park - Plus Two Parks

Vancouver – Shaughnessy – Kensington – Mountain View