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Vancouver Cycling #3 – Central Valley Greenway (CVG) in Metro Vancouver – Guide plus Video

June 5, 2015 by Maggie

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This is a guide plus video of the entire Central Valley Greenway (CVG). This Vancouver bike ride goes from the Science World at False Creek in downtown Vancouver to the New Westminster Quay on the north bank of the mighty Fraser River, via the Central Valley Greenway (CVG). It’s a challenging but very interesting bike ride. Parts are magical, other parts still need work to make them pleasant. It is NOT a AAA route (all ages and abilities), and some parts are somewhat dangerous and require good cycling skills. Still, it is quite an awesome route, covering 24 km (15 miles) from Vancouver, through Burnaby, and into New Westminster. It is remarkably flat most of the time, but there are a few uphills.

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Here is a map of the entire route, recorded by Joe with his much loved Garmin Edge Bike Computer.

Map of the Central Valley Greenway bike trail, which runs from Vancouver to New Westminster
Map of the Central Valley Greenway bike trail, which runs from Vancouver to New Westminster
Left: Science World, Vancouver. Right: The giant tin soldier on New Westminster Quay. The Central Valley Greenway (CVG) is an interesting and memorable way to cycle the 24 km (15 miles) between these two points.
Left: Science World, Vancouver. Right: The giant tin soldier on New Westminster Quay. The Central Valley Greenway (CVG) is an interesting and memorable way to cycle the 24 km (15 miles) between these two landmarks. It’s certainly preferable to its ugly older brother, the BC Parkway (711 Trail) – it’s far less stressful and a whole lot safer

Overview of the Route

Terrain: very varied: on road; on gravel; on paved separate bikeway; on a shared sidewalk with pedestrians; on a track through a forest; and a little bit of boardwalk right at the end

Location: downtown Vancouver, via Burnaby to the Quay in downtown New Westminster

Distance: 24 km (15 miles) , one way – return the same way, or via Skytrain (the starting point is across the road from the Main Street skytrain station, and the end point is 2 blocks from the New Westminster skytrain station)

Difficulty level: challenging, due to the fact that two very short parts require you to be on narrow sidewalks next to busy roads, and there are a number of uncontrolled crossings that need to be taken carefully, and one wicked blind corner on a sidewalk near Rupert Skytrain Station

Type of bike required: any kind, but hybrid or tricross would be best (one section goes through a forest, which is not great if you are on a road bike)

Safety level: some parts are safe and off-road; many parts are not

Suitable for: experienced, adult cyclists

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Congestion: Varies, can be very quiet if you pick your time well – and a little busy if you don’t

Parking: There is lots of (fairly expensive) parking at Science World, or you can get to Science World on the skytrain (get off at the Main Street skytrain station)

Average Joe Cyclist Rating: The Central Valley Greenway does not yet rate a Gold Bike-Star because some parts are not great. Some are down right unpleasant and even unsafe. Once those parts are addressed, it will be a world-class Gold Star bike route

Watch our Narrated Video about Cycling the Central Valley Greenway

Here is a video that shows the entire route of the Central Valley Greenway, with directions. It’s a joint effort – Joe filmed it with his new GoPro camcorder (click here to read his review, which includes how he dropped it 10 stories and yet it still survives). I narrated the video (because of my lifelong knowledge of Metro Vancouver and its history). I hope I have provided a lot of interesting details that will really bring this ride to life for you. I know that Joe loved it.

Directions for the Central Valley Greenway (CVG)

Your end point is the unique and spectacular, glittering giant golf ball that is Telus World of Science, aka Science World
Your starting point is the unique and spectacular, glittering giant golf ball that is Telus World of Science, aka Science World

At the beginning you will travel south around the east end of False Creek and then meet up with the Ontario bikeway for a few blocks.  This is one of the newest neighborhoods in Vancouver, the former Athlete’s Village for the 2010 Winter Olympics. At 1st Avenue you turn to the east (left) and away from False Creek. The next two blocks are anything but green, as you cross Ontario Street and Main Street. Hang in there – it gets better! And at least there is a bike lane.

The first two blocks on the Central Valley Greenway are not at all green
The first two blocks on the Central Valley Greenway are not at all green
Did someone say something about a Greenway?
Did someone say something about a Greenway?

Next you cut through a quiet road in an industrial area; then the route takes you along Great Northern Way on a shared sidewalk. There are lots of driveways in this area which have been painted green to alert motorists to use caution, which they mostly do. There is one enormous hill at the end of Great Northern Way, so no shame if you push your bike up.  It is pretty tough.  Be careful crossing Clark Drive as this is a very busy truck route.

You will then go along a shared sidewalk, turn right and immediately merge onto Grandview Highway (which is actually NOT a highway at all in this section) and travel towards Commercial Drive.

Cyclist approaching Commercial Drive on the Central Valley Greenway
Cyclist approaching Commercial Drive on the Central Valley Greenway

Commercial Drive is a wonderfully diverse and interesting neighborhood with lots of coffee shops, eclectic restaurants, and one-of-a-kind stores. It is well worth a stop to investigate. As with anywhere in Vancouver, if you leave your bike unattended, lock it up securely. There is actually a pub on the corner of Grandview and Commercial where you can lock your bike within sight.

It’s hard to recommend any one coffee shop or restaurant because there are so many great spots. Go check it out!

Passing Commercial Drive you travel in a short “bus-and-bikes-only” road.  Make sure you stay to the left, as most of the buses are articulated and all are turning right onto Broadway – so you are liable to get squished on the right-hand side. At Broadway there is a green painted crosswalk for cyclists to use; however, you have to cross 6 lanes of busy traffic.

At Broadway there is a green painted crosswalk for cyclists to use; however, you have to cross 6 lanes of busy traffic. Central Valley Greenway
At Broadway there is a green painted crosswalk for cyclists to use; however, you have to cross 6 lanes of busy traffic.
If you decide to cross here, do so with great care - crossing Broadway on the Central Valley Greenway
If you decide to cross here, do so with great care – crossing Broadway on the Central Valley Greenway

There is an option to turn left and use the sidewalk for 1/4 block, then use the crosswalks to cross Broadway and Victoria. The route picks up again on the south-east corner of the intersection.

After Broadway, the Central Valley Greenway finally becomes quite safe, and even a little bit green.
After Broadway, the Central Valley Greenway finally becomes quite safe.
After Broadway, the Central Valley Greenway finally becomes a little bit green too.
After Broadway, the Central Valley Greenway finally becomes a bit green, too.

Now the ride becomes safer and much more green. (So in fact if you like to keep your rides as green as possible, you could depart from the Broadway Skytrain Station, which is right around here, instead of the very beginning of the Central Valley Greenway.) You travel along residential streets running parallel to Grandview Highway (the real one) and following the Millenium Skytrain tracks. This part of the ride has a couple of intersections to watch, even though there are traffic lights.

Drivers on Nanaimo street sometimes run the fairly new pedestrian lights, so make sure everyone is stopped before you shove off.
Drivers on Nanaimo street sometimes run the fairly new pedestrian lights, so make sure everyone is stopped before you shove off.

Drivers on Nanaimo street sometimes run the fairly new pedestrian lights, so make sure everyone is stopped before you shove off. Then there is a pleasant cycling stretch on a downhill with few cars.

Then there is a pleasant cycling stretch on a downhill with few cars.
Then there is a pleasant cycling stretch on a downhill with few cars.

There are two uncontrolled intersections on minor roads before you reach Renfrew Skytrain Station. This area is being redeveloped as a Technology Business Park, so there are plenty of pedestrians using the shared sidewalk route. At rush hours it’s a bit of a gong show, and cyclists have to be really careful – to not hit pedestrians, and to not be hit by cars. So just don’t would be my advice, unless you have no choice.

The Central Valley Greenway at Renfrew Skytrain Station is OK when it's not rush hour - as long as you don't mind being close to giant trucks.
The Central Valley Greenway at Renfrew Skytrain Station is OK when it’s not rush hour – as long as you don’t mind being close to giant trucks.
The cross street at Renfrew Skytrain can be a gong street at rush hours. Try to avoid crossing here at rush hour. It takes good cycling skills to avoid hitting pedestrians or being hit by turning cars and trucks.
The cross street at Renfrew Skytrain can be a gong street at rush hours. Try to avoid crossing here at rush hour. It takes good cycling skills to avoid hitting pedestrians or being hit by turning cars and trucks.

From this point, you will follow a bike and pedestrian path directly beneath the elevated skytrain tracks. If at any point you want to take it easy, or you have a bike problem, you can take the skytrain from one of the many stations you will pass. Bikes are allowed at off-peak times (peak hours are 7-9 a.m. towards downtown Vancouver and 4-6 p.m. heading away).

The approach to the Rupert Skytrain Station is fairly quiet, and quite a pleasant bike ride. However, there is a wicked, wicked blind corner – a weird dogleg where you could easily run into pedestrians and cyclists. It’s just a dumb part. There are dense shrubs which block your view of traffic as you turn left to reach the pedestrian traffic light. Complicating matters is that there is usually a large crowd of commuters at the bus stop. I slow right down and get off my bike if necessary. If I bike, I ring my bike bell loudly as I go around the corner, to alert the almost-always-oblivious pedestrians.

The approach to the Rupert Skytrain Station is just plain stupid. There's a bus stop, a bike route, milling pedestrians, a blind corner, a crosswalk - all thrown together with no planning and no guidance. As a result, it's down to cyclists being super careful to avoid accidents. Here, a cyclist prepares to dodge around the bus stop to avoid hitting pedestrians. Joe has had a head-on collision with another cyclist in this spot. Recently, someone has thrown in a load of gravel (on the left) to add slipping as an extra danger to avoid!
The approach to the Rupert Skytrain Station is just plain stupid. There’s a bus stop, a bike route, milling pedestrians, a blind corner, a crosswalk – all thrown together with no planning and no guidance. As a result, it’s down to cyclists being super careful to avoid accidents. Here, a cyclist prepares to dodge around the bus stop to avoid hitting pedestrians. Joe has had a head-on collision with another cyclist in this spot. Recently, someone has thrown in a load of gravel (on the left) to add slipping as an extra danger to avoid!

The route is very peaceful from Rupert Street to Gilmore with an off-road track with few pedestrians, running under the skytrain route.

Some of the best parts of the Central Valley Greenway run under the skytrain line.
Some of the best parts of the Central Valley Greenway run under the skytrain line.
The parts of the Central Valley Greenway that run under the skytrain are so safe that even children can ride bikes safely
The parts of the Central Valley Greenway that run under the skytrain are so safe that even children can ride bikes safely.

When you cross Boundary Road you are entering the city of Burnaby. At Gilmore Street the Central Valley Greenway turns right. You need to do a bit of bike ballet to get through the odd gates at the railway line there, then continue along the sidewalk. Follow the sidewalk for a block and turn left at the lights at Still Creek Avenue.

At Gilmore Street the Central Valley Greenway turns right. You need to do a bit of bike ballet to get through the odd gates at the railway line there, then continue along the sidewalk.
At Gilmore Street the Central Valley Greenway turns right. You need to do a bit of bike ballet to get through the odd gates at the railway line there, then continue along the sidewalk.
You get to do some bike ballet to cross the railway line. I guess somebody thought this would keep us safe ... but .. Why, Why, Why? You should see what a gong show it is at rush hour, when a steady stream of pedestrians and cyclists try to get through!
You get to do some bike ballet to cross the railway line. I guess somebody thought this would keep us safe … but .. Why, Why, Why? You should see what a gong show it is at rush hour, when a steady stream of pedestrians and cyclists try to get through!
This guy makes the bike ballet look like an art form!
This guy makes the bike ballet look like an art form!
Notice how the motorists get to drive in a straight line, while the cyclists have to perform complicated bike ballet to cross the line!
Notice how the motorists get to drive in a straight line, while the cyclists have to perform complicated bike ballet to cross the line!

Follow the sidewalk bikeway and veer left. It is quiet here, and you go over a little bridge and keep bearing left. Soon you will be on a sidewalk bikeway on the left of Still Creek Avenue. It goes on for a while, and you will pass a Costco on your right.

Then you cycle for quite a long way along a shared sidewalk trail on Still Creek Avenue, in an industrial area. It’s taken about 5 years to build this trail, and it is very disappointing as it is narrow, unpainted, and unsafe due to many driveways. Also, some genius decided to put poles in the center of the lanes instead of paint, so you have to avoid hitting poles while looking out for cars and giant trucks in the driveways.

Of course, this section previously looked like a set from Terminator, so it has improved a lot. (The bar was very, very low.) You may choose to bike along the road instead. It has been recently repaved and is no longer a potholed nightmare. I have noticed that most cyclists are choosing the road, because the bike trail is less safe than the road (this could be a case study in how NOT to build a bike route). Here’s a short video of just this part of the Central Valley Greenway:

If you are on the bikeway not the road, you will get to a controlled crossing at Still Creek Avenue and Norland Avenue – and another dogleg. Cross over the crosswalk and turn right onto a short, narrow pathway. You will then see a sign that says “Detour” and has an arrow directing you to turn left onto a gravel track. It is a mystery why someone has put up a “Detour” sign, as this has been the route of the CVG permanently since it was opened in 2010.

You are now on one of the nicest parts of the CVG.  As you can see from the pictures below the path is green (finally!), and peaceful despite being just a few hundred meters from the Lougheed Highway.

One of the nicest parts of the Central Valley Greenway - you are off-road, and surrounded by green!
One of the nicest parts of the Central Valley Greenway – you are off-road, and surrounded by green!

Lougheed Highway has a marked bike lane parallel to the Central Valley Greenway, but I would not recommend using it. The speeds are alarmingly high. I was right behind Joe when he was almost killed at right about this point on Lougheed by an aggressive motorist. Joe was in the bike lane at the time, but apparently the young Camaro driver thought it would be fun to scare him by cutting across the bike lane right in front of him.

Parts of the CVG (Central Valley Greenway) are wonderful. For example, this shot shows two ways to travel through Burnaby. Left is the Central Valley Greenway, right is Lougheed Highway (which is often full of fast-moving traffic). These photos show parallel segments of Burnaby, separated by just a few hundred meters. But one is a cycling paradise, and the other is a cycling hell. I know - I was almost killed at right about that point on Lougheed by an aggressive motorist (I was in the bike lane at the time, but he thought it would be fun to scare me)
Parts of the Central Valley Greenway are wonderful. For example, this shot shows two ways to travel through Burnaby. Left is the Central Valley Greenway, right is Lougheed Highway (which is often full of fast-moving traffic). These photos show parallel segments of Burnaby, separated by just a few hundred meters. But one is a cycling paradise, and the other is a cycling hell.

You will cycle along this lovely gravel section, surrounded by foliage, for quite a while. Then you get to a point (see photo below) where you have to turn right onto a pedestrian/cyclist bridge. As you can see in the picture below the route is well lit and the signage is excellent too. Translink did a good job with this. (Although I cannot figure out why they have now put up a “Detour” sign. This is and always has been the Central Valley Greenway – whereas a “Detour” is “a long or roundabout route taken to avoid something or to visit somewhere along the way” – Translink, are you listening?)

There is very good signage along the Central Valley Greenway route (CVG) in Metro Vancouver - Guide
There is very good signage along the Central Valley Greenway route (except for two nonsensical “Detour” signs)

Cycle over the pedestrian bridge. It is less steep than it looks – but if you want to get off and push, you will have more time to enjoy the sweeping views! Joe just LOVES this bridge – which is why there are so many photos of it on this blog!

Commuting cyclists on the bridge over Winston Street, an impressive part of the CVG, in Burnaby
Commuting cyclists on the bridge over Winston Street, an impressive part of the CVG, in Burnaby
Another view of the Winston Bridge on the Central Valley Greenway. In the background is the Sperling-Burnaby Lake Skytrain station - in case you're exhausted by this time, the skytrain can take you on to New Westminster or back to Vancouver
Another view of the Winston Bridge on the Central Valley Greenway. In the background is the Sperling-Burnaby Lake Skytrain station – in case you’re exhausted by this time, the skytrain can take you on to New Westminster or back to Vancouver
An ornamental bike rack near Sperling Burnaby Lake Skytrain along the Central Valley Greenway. No one ever locks their bikes here because there is nothing to do here, but it looks good
An ornamental bike rack near Sperling Burnaby Lake Skytrain along the Central Valley Greenway. No one ever locks their bikes here because there is nothing to do here, but it looks good

After crossing the bridge and passing by Sperling-Burnaby Lake Skytrain, you will cycle along Winston Street in a marked bike lane. On this part of the ride, we leave the skytrain route and travel a more direct route to New Westminster. This part can be stressful because it is a busy truck route, and there is also a section where there is a parking lane on the right side of the bike lane. Great, now you have to watch both sides for cars.  Winston is also a little physically challenging because it has some long uphill parts. What’s truly frustrating abut this part is that just off to the right, there are acres and acres of bush. WHY not run the bike route through this safe part, away from the trucks and cars? (Apparently that was the original plan, but then that was dropped due to budget.)

Winston Street is part of the Central Valley Greenway that is not green at all - Central Valley Greenway (CVG) in Metro Vancouver - Guide
Winston Street is part of the Central Valley Greenway that is not green at all

Winston Street becomes Government Street (because streets tend to change their names in Burnaby). You leave this somewhat unpleasant street at the intersection of Government Street and Caribou Road. A crosswalk and sidewalk have been installed to make this safer – see the video as it’s hard to explain. After navigating this and cycling a short distance, you turn left into a dead-end street and enter the Brunette Forest section. This is a beautiful ride, next to the Brunette River and completely off-road.  Please note that this section is not lit so I don’t recommend you ride this way after dark.  You can travel the rest of the route day or night.

The best part of the Central Valley Greenway is the part that winds through the beautiful and peaceful Brunette Forest, next to the Brunette River. However, unlike the rest of the CVG, it is not lit up at night, so don't attempt it after dark
The best part of the Central Valley Greenway is the part that winds through the beautiful and peaceful Brunette Forest, next to the Brunette River. However, unlike the rest of the CVG, it is not lit up at night, so don’t attempt it after dark. It’s also the only part of the Central Valley Greenway that you would not want to do on a road bike, as it is pretty rough

You leave the Brunette Forest at North Road/Columbia street, which is the border between Coquitlam to your left and New Westminster to your right.  You are almost at your destination! Once again there is a narrow sidewalk to travel along, to get to the pedestrian crossing leading you into Hume Park.

A very unpleasant part of the Central Valley Greenway, where you have to cycle along a narrow sidewalk before crossing North Road at the traffic lights - Central Valley Greenway (CVG) in Metro Vancouver - Guide
An unpleasant part of the Central Valley Greenway, where you have to cycle for a short way along a narrow sidewalk before crossing North Road at the traffic lights

In Hume Park you will pass a lone washroom on the left, which is the only restroom on the ride. Not sure whose brilliant idea that was! Then there is a steep hill to travel up – we usually walk because it is just too steep. You then travel an off-road path around the south side of the park. You exit Hume Park onto Fader Street, another shared bikeway. This is a lovely residential route which dead-ends at Sherbrook Street at Royal Columbian Hospital.

Turn right onto Sherbrook Street and turn left at the lights at East Columbia Street, following the marked cycling lane.  At the intersection of East Columbia and Brunette there is a one block stretch where there is a narrow sidewalk to travel. This is nerve-racking because the road route is full of 18-wheelers and the sidewalk is treacherous if you have a pedestrian in the way. I opt to travel this block on the road with traffic and then jump back onto the shared sidewalk at Cumberland (even though Joe feels strongly that this is NOT safe). The safest option would be to walk this block and push your bike.

Translink just did not figure this spot out when they opened the route in 2010, and they have not fixed it since then. According to the signage you are supposed to turn right and go around the block. Whoever came up with this idea has never ridden a bike – it is not possible for average cyclists to slam on brakes, make a hard right, and then cycle straight up a very steep hill. You need to get your speed UP before doing a steep hill, NOT come to a complete stop.

In New Westminster it is legal to cycle on the sidewalks, and sometimes it is the only safe alternative. There is one last hill to traverse at Victoria Hill, and it is a long uphill climb. Again, no shame at all in walking your bike. And again, it will give you the chance to enjoy wonderful views over the Fraser River.

You can stop your bike on Victoria Hill and enjoy wonderful views over the Fraser River. There's even a bench to sit on!
You can stop your bike on Victoria Hill and enjoy wonderful views over the Fraser River. There’s even a bench to sit on!

The intersection of Columbia Street and McBride Boulevard is very dangerous for cyclists and pedestrians, so follow the crossing directions to be safe. Then merge onto Columbia Street and keep pedalling to Begbie Street, where you will turn left and head down to the Westminster Quay.

The New Westminster Quay is home to the world’s tallest tin soldier, the Fraser River Discovery Centre, a lovely boardwalk esplanade to walk along, and the New Westminster Public Market.  The Market is home to the Paddlewheeler Pub, Wild Rice Restaurant (unique cuisine with many vegan options), and the Re-Up Barbecue Restaurant, to name a few.  There is also a coffee/gelato shop, a tea shop, a bakery, a crepe shoo with vegan options, and a full service grocery store – Donald’s Market.

Your end point after cycling the entire Central Valley Greenway is the impressive Tin Soldier at the New Westminster pier. He's the world's tallest tin soldier, and has an interesting history - Central Valley Greenway (CVG) in Metro Vancouver - Guide
Your end point after cycling the entire Central Valley Greenway is the impressive Tin Soldier at the New Westminster pier. He’s the world’s tallest tin soldier, and has an interesting history
Once you finish cycling the Central Valley Greenway you are at New West Quay, where there is plenty to see and do - including a display left over from Expo 86 - Central Valley Greenway (CVG) in Metro Vancouver - Guide
Once you finish cycling the Central Valley Greenway you are at New West Quay, where there is plenty to see and do – including a display tug left over from Expo 86, now used as a playground
At the end of the Central Valley Greenway there is also the Fraser River Discovery Center, which has many interesting displays, as well as fun activities upstairs for younger kids (one of New West's best-kept secrets - we discovered by accident on an outing with the grandkids) Central Valley Greenway (CVG) in Metro Vancouver - Guide
At the end of the Central Valley Greenway there is also the Fraser River Discovery Center, which has many interesting displays, as well as fun activities upstairs for younger kids (one of New West’s best-kept secrets – we discovered it by accident on an outing with the grandkids). The mission of the Center is to be the Voice of the Fraser in presenting the stories of the Fraser River and their contributions to the life, history, and future of British Columbia

Here’s an interesting short video about the Fraser River Discovery Center. It also includes video of the Quay itself.

The Fraser River is a working river, so you will be entertained by a procession of tugs and barges. Across the River you can also see the Fraser-Surrey Docks. There are river tours available also. The ticket office is next to the Discovery Center. We did the Sunday Brunch Tour once with Joe’s mom for mother’s day – it was wonderful!

Once you reach the end of the Central Valley Greenway, the New Westminster quay offers plenty to see and do, including a River Market where you can buy food, and a variety of restaurants, from outdoor pubs to fine dining
Once you reach the end of the Central Valley Greenway, the New Westminster quay offers plenty to see and do, including a River Market where you can buy food, a hotel, a Donald’s Market, and a variety of restaurants, from outdoor pubs to fine dining. Westminster Quay was an Expo-era (mid-1980s) development to revitalize downtown New Westminster

The Westminster Quay is continuing to be developed as a vibrant riverfront recreation area. The newest addition is Pier Park, which is a short ridee east of the Market.

Feel the river breeze in your hair as you cycle along in safety at the New Westminster Quay
Feel the river breeze in your hair as you cycle along in safety at the New Westminster Quay. These cyclists are crossing the car park between the market area and the new park. The car park is closed to cars (the best kind of car park for riding a bike in)

You can let the kids play in one of the two parks, while you relax in a large lounge chair, or on one of the hammocks. The park also has a small “beach” which is used primarily for beach volley ball. There is beach sand, but no sane person would swim in the river. Future plans include linking this with other water front areas further east.

New West Pier Park at the end of the Central Valley Greenway is fun for walking and cycling
New West Pier Park at the end of the Central Valley Greenway is fun for walking and cycling
New West Pier Park at the end of the Central Valley Greenway even has a "beach" with beach sand, umbrellas and hammocks!
New West Pier Park at the end of the Central Valley Greenway even has a “beach” with beach sand, umbrellas and hammocks!

While the Central Valley Greenway is not a perfect off-road route, it is immensely more enjoyable than the original BC Parkway route which follows the Expo Skytrain Line from Vancouver to New Westminster. It has some wonderful parts – parts you may well remember forever in your cycling memories, such as the Brunette Forest. And it is also quite an achievement to cycle from Vancouver via Burnaby to New Westminster!

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