Living in Vancouver, we are blessed to have so many fun outdoor activities nearby. This list includes things to do on Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands, and other places in the province of BC.
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What to do
What to bring & wear while doing it
What to do
Here are some of my favourite actiities in beautiful BC.
If you're adventurous like me, you have to check this out!
Cat and Heli-skiing in the Kootenays
I love Vancouver Island and the fall is the ideal time to visit.
Vancouver Island North in the Fall
For those days that being outdoorsy means sitting on a patio sipping wine 😉
Wineries on Vancouver Island
Whistler is one of my fave places to visit in BC! There's so much to do no matter what time of year you visit.
Outdoor Adventures in Whistler
I love my city ❤️ There is so much to see and do in Vancouver!
Top 10 Things to See & Do in Vancouver
Vancouver has lots of beaches, each with a different vibe. Here's your guide to find the perfect one for you.
Guide to Vancouver's Best Beaches
Get outside without spending a fortune on gas with this one-tank road trips from downtown Vancouver.
10 One-Tank Road Trips From Vancouver, BC
I stayed in the cutest cabin on Salt Spring Island—one of my fave getaways. It's a gulf island near Vancouver
Salt Spring Island Vacation Getaway
When you want an activity, but it's a rainy day, head to the Britannia Mine for a tour and gold panning!
Pan for gold a Britannia Mine Museum
More wineries for when being outdoorsy means sitting on a patio 😉
Vancouver Island Wineries To Visit
This is a MUST if you're visiting Vancouver Island!
The Malahat Skywalk
These are 5 of my fave places to visit when I want to escape the city.
5 of the Best Weekend Trips from Vancouver
Chasing waterfalls (without hiking 10 kms 😂 )
The 5 Best Waterfalls Near Vancouver You Can See Without Hiking
Things to do if you're visiting in the winter months
Winter Adventures in Vancouver
If you're looking for an easy stroll among flowers, this is it! It's the ideal place for stunning pictures as well.
VanDusen Botanical Garden
The BC Ferries are the main way to get from Vancouver to Vancouver Island.
BC Ferries
This is one of the most fun things I've done on Vancouver Island!
Horne Lake Caves
What to bring & wear while doing it
Yes, the rumours are true, it rains here. After all, it's a rain forest but we don't let that stop us from getting outside. There's no bad weather, just bad clothing 😉
Vancouver is a rain forest so it does often rain, be prepared with a top-quality rain jacket! I love this Vancouver brand.
Jacket Finder | Arc'teryx Canada
The smallest travel umbrella for those emergency situations when you get caught out in the rain.
THE DAVEK MINI Umbrella
A cult fave for a reason
Lululemon Belt Bag
Lululemon is the unofficial uniform of Vancouverites, lol!
Women's Align Yoga Pants
Waterproof shoes are always a good idea when visiting Vancouver 😉
