Here are our favourite hikes within 30 minutes from our boutique hotel in Vancouver.

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  1. Quarry Rock 

Where: Deep Cove (30 minutes from downtown Vancouver)

Length: 3.8 km round trip

Duration: 1-1.5 hours

Difficulty: Easy

Distance from the Victorian Hotel: 18 km

If you’re looking for a relaxed hike with a scenic view of Vancouver, this is the right hike for you! Explore through dense forest, wooden bridges, and make your way to the top of the rock surface for a gorgeous view of Deep Cove and Indian Arm. While there are steep and rocky areas throughout the trail, this can be completed by any level of hiker. You can stop by at Honey’s Doughnuts for a delicious bite after your hike, or you can even buy one before to enjoy while looking out at the view!

Read more: vancouvertrails.com/trails/quarry-rock

photo credits: @sarahpaark

  1. Dog Mountain

Where: Seymour Provincial Park (25 minutes from downtown Vancouver)

Length: 5 km round trip

Duration: 1.5-2 hours

Difficulty: Easy

Distance from the Victorian Hotel: 27 km

At the top of Dog Mountain, you’ll find yourself looking out at a stunning view of Metro Vancouver. Whether you are looking out at the view with clear skies during the day, or at the striking sparking city of Vancouver at night, this view will amaze you. There is a chance this trail may be muddy, slippery, or rocky at night, so don’t forget to bring a headlamp or flashlight if you are planning to take a night hike!

Read more: outdoorvancouver.ca/dog-mountain-hike-north-vancouver

photo credits: @krysvrt

  1. St Mark’s Summit 

Where: Cypress Provincial Park (20 minutes from downtown Vancouver)

Length: 11 km round trip

Duration: 4-5 hours

Difficulty: Moderate

Distance from the Victorian Hotel: 36 km

Once you’ve made it to the top, this hike will offer you an amazing view of Howe Sound, even if there is a bit of overcast. The hike starts off a bit steep and rocky before you head into a forest, then you’ll continue on the trail before gaining some elevation over a steep set of switchbacks. Eventually, the forest will thin out and you will reach the top of St. Mark’s Summit.

Read more: vancouvertrails.com/st-marks-summit

photo credits: @vancouvertrails

  1. Eagle Bluffs

Where: Cypress Provincial Park (20 minutes from downtown Vancouver)

Length: 8 km round trip

Difficulty: Moderate

Distance from the Victorian Hotel: 36 km

This trail starts with gruelling hike towards Cabin Lake. On a warm sunny day, you can jump into the water and cool off. Keep hiking along the Baden-Powell Trail, until you reach a series of rocks along the bluffs. As this hike is a bit more difficult, you should ensure that you wear proper hiking attire, which includes appropriate shoes and to dress according to the weather.

Read more: http://www.gypsetjenn.com/hiking-to-eagle-bluffs-viewpoint-in-cypress-provincial-park-b-c/

photo credits: @yebriebrieishi

  1. 5 Hikes Near the Victorian Hotel 

Where: Grouse Mountain Regional Park (20 minutes from downtown Vancouver)

Length: 2.9 km

Duration: 1-2 hours

Difficulty: Challenging

Distance from the Victorian Hotel: 15 km

The Grouse Grind is one of the most well-known hikes in Vancouver. This hike consists of mainly a staircase up to the mountain, over 2,800 steps. Once you reach the top, you will see a panoramic view of Vancouver. While you are at the top, you can visit a grizzly bear refuge and even treat yourself to a well-deserved Beavertail as a snack. As the Grind is a one way trail up, you will have to take the gondola back down to the bottom. For the more experienced hiker, there is an official Grind Timer, where you can try to beat the record of 25 minutes and 1 second.

Read more: grousemountain.com/grousegrind

 

Vancouver Downtown Hotel – Victorian Hotel

We hope that you found this helpful and enjoy your next hike during your stay in Vancouver. Make sure to book direct with the Victorian Hotel in Vancouver, located at 514 Homer Street. Book direct and receive the best available price through our website www.victorianhotel.ca or give us a call to make a reservation at 1-877-681-6369. We look forward to meeting you!

 

 

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