Friday, August 8, 2008

The North Shore

North Vancouver's Quay market, at the Sea Bus Terminal, is one of the interesting places on the North Shore. The Quay is located at the base of Lonsdale, North Vancouver's main shopping thoroughfare.

Lynn Canyon has a suspension bridge, similar to the famous Capilano Suspension Bridge, but without an admission charge. This frighteningly high suspension bridge is located in North Vancouver's Lynn Canyon Park.

Take the Sky ride to the top of Grouse Mountain, or, if you have the time, try the Grouse grind, a 3000-foot vertical hike. There are bird and Bear exhibitions on the mountain's top, along with several restaurants and great views of the city.

West Vancouver's Sea walk from Ambleside Park to Dundarave Park is a pleasant place to jog or stroll while tasting the ocean air. Most of West Vancouver's attractions are along Marine Drive and within walking distance from the beach.

West Vancouver's Whytecliff Park, near Horseshoe Bay and the Ferry Terminal, provides Vancouver's best place for scuba diving. There is also a fine little Cafe called Rocky in this park.

West Vancouver's Lighthouse Park has very rustic hiking trails, which have a real wilderness feel. The coast is rugged and the photo opportunities are quite good.

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