Surrounded by lush rain forest, the campus of the University of British Columbia (UBC) protrudes into the Pacific Ocean. Most of the Point Grey peninsula is given over to the Pacific Spirit Regional Park, an area of Pacific red cedar. Some 34 trails meander for over 50 kilometres through this park. When hiking here, youContinue reading “UBC Vancouver”
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Grizzlies and a ghostly paddle in Canada – in pictures
Three images from the Great Bear Rainforest, British Columbia
Maudie’s Nova Scotia: exploring the landscapes that inspired Maud Lewis
With the Canadian artist’s joyful work celebrated in a new film, Maudie, a road trip around dramatic coast and picturesque villages reveals the area she loved to paint
10 great wilderness cabins and campsites in Canada
Whether it’s backcountry camping, huts for post-hike relaxation or a hot tub and luxury cabin after a day in a canoe, our tipsters know some great stays
The ultimate hike: three tasters of Canada’s Great Trail
The world’s longest trail, ready this year, traverses the entire country. It’s a busy path, our intrepid writer is told, so there shouldn’t be bears …
Scenes of the Canadian wilderness on the Great Trail
Capturing huge vistas and a chance encounter, Kevin Rushby hikes in western Canada in our weekly look at travel through pictures posted on Instagram
10 of Canada’s best lesser-known national parks
To mark its 150th anniversary, Canada is offering free entry to its stunning national parks. But which to pick? Here are 10 lesser-known wildernesses.
Canada’s great outdoors
Wildlife, mountains, islands and forests … Canada’s natural wonders – from Nova Scotia to Vancouver.
Walking Canada’s Fundy Footpath
The Bay of Fundy is famous for the world’s highest tides, but the spectacular trail along its north shore is used only by a handful of clued-up walkers
Canada’s top 10 food festivals and foodie experiences
Vancouver-based food bloggers pick Canada’s top 10 food experiences, from Arctic game and fine seafood to French patisserie – and no maple syrup in sight
