Descriptions of two- to three-day trips from Vancouver.--

In this detailed guide, Jack Christie shares his favorite two- and three-day trips in the Vancouver area. It covers everything from rugged outdoor activities in the Gulf Islands to bicycle tours in Victoria, wine tours in the Okanagan, and backroad exploring in Whistler, ensuring that visitors can find as much (or as little) adventure as they like. There are getaways for every taste and budget, and none are more than a five-hour drive from Vancouver, including ferry travel where necessary. Each of the 28 entries includes complete driving directions with tips on sights to see along the way, as well as activities, attractions, accommodations, and dining options for the destination. In addition to photos, each chapter features sidebars and pull-out sections that offer specific tips for maximizing one’s time. Indexes of the destinations and activities make planning the perfect weekend getaway a breeze.

A one-stop resource for hiking backpackers in beautiful British Columbia. Planning your next backpacking adventure? This book covers all the essentials including: 40 overnight hiking trails: discover the many different routes that BC has to offer Packing tips: take only the most essential items with you (plus a few comforts) Permitting: find out what permits you’ll need, and where to get them Camp set-up: tips for where to pitch your tent and how to find water Environmental impact: learn how to Leave No Trace behind in the wilderness This book features backpacking routes from the North Shore up to Pemberton and Lytton and from the Sunshine Coast out to the Similkameen Valley. Beautiful photographs showcase what you’ll see along the way: mountain peaks, alpine meadows, waterfalls, old-growth forests, and more. Every backpacking route in the book includes bonus features: Trail maps and route descriptions Elevation, distance and time information Points of cultural and natural history Pre-planning hints about fees, permits, and reservations Suggested side trips and points of particular interest Backpacking in Southwestern British Columbia also shares options for extending an overnight excursion to several nights or a week, and for selecting hikes that match your timeline/fitness level.

Annotation A completely updated new edition of the essential outdoor guidebook for the Whistler area. Concise, thorough, and easy to use, this updated edition of The Whistler Bookgives readers all the information they need for the variety of recreational opportunities. As Jack Christienotes, "adventurers flock here year-round to indulge themselves": in winter with skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing; in summer with camping, hiking, paddling, rock climbing, fishing, swimming, and mountain biking. Christieleads the way with handy, detailed trail maps for all locations, destination highlights, insider info boxes, and tips on some of his personal favourite spots.

A day trip for every weekend of the year to destinations throughout the lower mainland, from Delta to Whistler, Hope to Bowen Island, from an experienced adventurer. Fully revised and updated, including five all-new trips and an exploration of all new regions and parks, 52 Best Day Trips will enrich the west coast experience for many new adventurers. The best views, biking, beaches, and outings for kids -- they’re all here, described in the clear, upbeat, observant prose that is Jack’s trademark. Detailed directions (including driving distances and times) and custom maps and indexes help you find your way and enjoy the sights en route.

From trails to spectacular waterfalls near Squamish and historic urban forests in South Surrey, coastal headlands in Howe Sound and ridgetop meadows in the Fraser Valley,109 Walks offers a route for everyone who likes to be outdoors. In this revised seventh edition are 109 of the region’s best walks of four hours or less to suit every taste, whether you’re a visitor to the city or life-long resident, occasional recreationalist or avid walker. The trails have been reorganized from north to south, west to east, and the book includes fourteen all-new walks along with another twelve that have been substantially modified or revived from previous volumes. Most of the classics remain and their trail directions and maps have been completely updated with GPS coordinates to make route-finding easier. Unchanged are the comprehensive indexes that help ensure a trail that’s right for the season, the time frame and the fitness level of the group; the photographs and notes about points of natural or historical interest plus estimated hiking times and distances; and the clearly written, carefully detailed route descriptions. Accurate, authoritative and highly affordable, 109 Walks is an indispensable guide for exploring British Columbia’s Lower Mainland in all seasons.

We've done the planning. You do the packing. When you only have a few days to get away, why spend half your time preparing? Quick Escapes(R) frees you from the details and puts you on the road to a good time. Inside you'll find twenty-four carefully planned minivacations within driving distance of Portland, Seattle, and Vancouver. Check out the sunnier side of the Cascades for some mountain biking, hiking, or golfing on a weekend trip to Bend, Oregon. View pods of whales and other marine life on an Orcas Island charter boat in Washington. Tour the lush fruit orchards and vineyards of Okanagan country in British Columbia. With this guide, you'll find enough variety to suit every budget and taste. Featuring: easy-to-follow itineraries for one- to three-day minivacations recommendations for the best places to visit, dine, and sleep plenty of additional options to customize your trip as little or as much as you wish accurate driving directions and route maps information on festivals and special events Whether you're looking for a short mid-week adventure or taking advantageof a long weekend, Quick Escapes makes it easy to get away from it all.