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original coastal forest and plenty of those gnarly, copper-trunked arbutus trees. About
13km of hiking trails crisscross the area, including a recommended trek that leads to the
rocky perch of Point Atkinson Lighthouse, ideal for capturing shimmering, camera-
worthy views over Burrard Inlet.
If you're driving from downtown, turn left on Marine Dr after crossing the Lions
Gate Bridge to reach the park.
WEST VANCOUVER SEAWALL
WATERFRONT
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( 250) Take bus 250 from downtown Vancouver and hop off on Marine Dr at the in-
tersection with 24th St. Peruse the stores and coffee shops in Dundarave Village, then
stroll downhill to the waterfront. Take in the panoramic coastline from Dundarave Pier,
then weave eastwards along the shore-hugging Centennial Seawalk route. On West
Van's favorite promenade, you'll pass joggers, herons and public artworks.
After 2km, the trail comes to a halt. From here, head back up to the Marine Dr shops
or weave over to Ambleside Park, where you'll find a dramatic First Nations carved
welcome figure facing the water.
HORSESHOE BAY
VILLAGE
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( www.horseshoebay.bc.ca ; 257) This small coastal community marks the end of West
Vancouver and the starting point for trips to Whistler, via the Sea to Sky Hwy (Hwy
99). It's a pretty village with views across the bay and up glassy-watered Howe Sound.
Cute places to eat and shop line waterfront Bay St, from where you can also take a
whale-watching boat trek with Sewell's Sea Safari ( Click here ) .
The BC Ferries terminal for aquatic hops to Bowen Island, Vancouver Island and
beyond is also located here.
WHYTECLIFF PARK
PARK
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(Marine Dr, 7100-block; dawn-dusk; 250) Just west of Horseshoe Bay, this is an ex-
ceptional little waterfront green space. Trails lead to vistas and a gazebo, from where
you can watch the Burrard Inlet boat traffic. The rocky beach is a great place to
scamper over the large rocks protruding from the beach. It's also one of region's favor-
ite dive spots for scuba fans.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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