BC Parkway
For a great city ride through New Westminster, Burnaby and Vancouver, take the BC Parkway. The mostly flat route follows the Skytrain most of the way. It’s 18km long from the Fraser River to Trout Lake. I start at 22nd Station, have lunch on Commercial Drive and take the train back. For a longer loop, connect with Central Valley Greenway.
Surrey Parks Loop: Green Timbers, Bear Creek, Surrey Lake + Fleetwood
Explore this 20km loop of Surrey Parks and greenways: Green Timbers Park, Bear Creek, Surrey Lake and Fleetwood Park. The route follows greenways and quiet streets and meanders through parts...
The Green Necklace
The Green Necklace connects North Vancouver city parks in a continuous loop of safe and separated greenways. The route was originally conceived in 1907 and laid out in North Vancouver City’s original town plan. Much of the route has been enhanced with art and heritage signs. It’s an easy bike ride, walk, or run.
Delta Watershed
There’s a very unassuming park in the Delta Watershed that runs along Cougar Creek and beside Burns Bog. You feel as if you are miles away from the world on this woodsy trail with a river beside it. There are options - take the easy short ride for beginners, explore singletrack trails in Watershed and Joe Brown Parks, or ride to Boundary Bay for great views.
Harbour Loop
Explore Vancouver’s busy harbour on this scenic loop. See freighters, grain elevators, and tugs. Cycle over the Lions Gate and Ironworkers bridges. Ride the North Shore Spirit Trail, Seaside Greenway, and Portside Bikeway around the Port of Vancouver.
Sumas Dyke Trails Tulip Ride
A quiet, flat ride across Sumas Prairie with wide views of farmland and surrounding mountains. Distance 13km • 26km Terrain Hardpacked dyke trail There are many flat and scenic trails...
Seaside Greenway
Seaside Greenway is the most popular bike route in Vancouver. On a dedicated bike path separated from cars, it is safe for riders of all ages and abilities, and fun for pedestrians and joggers, too. The route follows The Great Trail from the Vancouver Convention Centre, along Coal Harbour, around Stanley Park Seawall and False Creek, to Granville Island. Take a ferry on False Creek and return on Hornby Bikeway, or continue west on Seaside Greenway to Jericho.
King Albert Greenway
Cross Coquitlam on the new King Albert Greenway from Blue Mountain Park to Mundy Park. Built for all ages and abilities, this corridor links parks, schools and community amenities. Gaze...
UBC Explorer
For a great adventure at any time of the year, take a trip out to the University of British Columbia. There’s lots to see and do on this route―museums, park trails, riverside paths, and art. There are many exciting new changes on the UBC campus― greenways, gardens, and contemporary architecture.
False Creek + Granville Island
Circle False Creek on the popular Seaside Greenway. The path is separated from cars making it fun for cyclists and pedestrians. Explore Granville Island and shop at the Public Market, then take your bike on Aquabus to continue the loop on the north shore of False Creek.
The Drive
Tour East Van and visit The Drive on the Adanac Bikeway. There are breweries to visit, murals to see, and restaurants and shops on Commercial Drive. Add on a loop through Strathcona and Chinatown. At the end of the day you’ll see a stream of crows in the sky as they fly home at night.
City Circle
Explore Vancouver on the Seaside Greenway and through Chinatown and Gastown on this city loop. You’ll follow the shoreline from the Convention Center, around Stanley Park, and along False Creek. The views are spectacular any time of the year and the route is especially beautiful during the April Cherry Blossom Festival.
Tynehead Park
Tynehead lies on the Green Timbers Greenway route. The wide paved path is completely off road, perfect for beginning riders. Make a day exploring the park ― there’s lots to discover. The park...