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Inspirational locations in British Columbia’s lower mainland
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items If you’re out for a visit in Vancouver BC and you want to grab some reference photos and cool experiences for the studio…I’ve got you covered.
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Take a day for yourself, relax, unwind and sketch. Or fill up your phone data with all the reference photos you’ll take on your visit!
VanDusen Botanical Gardens | AllTrails
Crystal clear water you can dip your toes in if you’re brave enough for the mountain cold water. These trails are relatively easy and quite busy but stunning! Remember not to leave ANY garbage behind.
Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge and 30 Foot Pool Loop, British Columbia, Canada - 947 Reviews, Map | AllTrails
A bit of a steep climb for the average hiker but a relatively short hike. Bring swim gear IF you don’t mind dark water where salamanders reside. Don’t worry, they don’t bite. Remember…NEVER leave your garbage behind.
Mystery Lake, British Columbia, Canada
My favorite hike on the North Shore of BC’s lower mainland! A decently short hike with lots of stairs and valleys passing by 7 waterfalls! Most will be dried up by July but the camera does stop snapping up all the biodiversity and views!
Quarry Rock Lookout, Deep Cove, British Columbia, Canada
Gorgeous meandering trails you can get lost in. From giant trees and ferns, to cliff side views and ocean side relaxation, take in the beautiful air and gorgeous nature. But come very early in the morning or risk not finding parking.
Lighthouse Park
Hike the trail, picnic on the beach, or go for a swim. The views are stunning. But reservations for parking are required between May and September.
Buntzen Lake, British Columbia, Canada
If you’re into local shopping and markets, this place has everything you need and great city views! If you can, take a water taxi from the docks to another popular destination of your choosing. It’s so fun!
Granville Island, British Columbia, Canada
Camp at Golden Ears Provincial park and take the East Canyon Trail to the Lower Gold Creek Falls. Pack your plein air stuff and your SLR camera for the best photography experience.
Golden Ears Provincial Park, British Columbia, Canada
A really magical place. Come during the off season so you can really enjoy the time through the treehouses! Otherwise it’s so busy that it’s back to back on the bridges and hard to get good photos or enjoy the scenery.
Capilano Suspension Bridge, British Columbia, CAN
When you want to step into some nostalgic innocent fun, enter the corn maze, the tulip festival, live music, or play for hole, pick your own bouquet, eat delicious food, see some farm animals, have a wedding there, birthday parties…and much more! It’...
Greendale Acres/Chilliwack Corn Maze
This is a must visit with so much to do. Ensure you take the entire day! Explore the historical sites like the Japanese fishing village, the old canning factory, net shed, and more. Then there’s the fisherman’s Warf where you can walk right up to the...
Steveston Village in Richmond, BC