#freecycle guide book “Best Hikes Near VANCOUVER” by Chloe Ernst

Here are forty-one of the best hikes, nearly all of them within an hour's drive of Vancouver, British Columbia. From viewing Howe Sound panoramas and exploring islands to getting an up-close look at The Lions and spotting migratory flocks at Boundary Bay, Vancouver's andscape offers awesome hiking trails just minutes away by car, bus, or bike. Whether you're in the mood for an easy nature walk or an epic day hike, this guide offers plenty to choose from. • Eagle Bluff • Goat Mountain • Upper Shannon Falls • Mount Gardner • Sendero Diez Vistas • Widgeon Falls Each hike features full-color photos; a brief route description; thorough directions to the trailhead (GPS coordinates included); a detailed, full-color trail map; and at-a-glance information on distance and difficulty level, hiking time, and canine compatibility. Inside you'll also find a Trail Finder that categorizes each hike (e.g., for seeing waterfalls, hiking with kids or dogs, or bagging peaks); Green Tips; and information about local lore, points of interest, and the area's array of wildlife. Chloe Ernst writes for guidebooks, cruise guides, and websites. She grew up hiking Welsh mountains and sailing in Nova Scotia before moving to British Columbia in 2006. She has authored travel guides for Globe Pequot Press and other publishers, and has written numerous articles for About.com, Zagat, travelandleisure.com, and the Toronto Star. She lives in Vancouver.

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