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Vancouver Viewpoint | Cypress Mountain Lookout | Vancouver Day Trip

Are you visiting B.C. and wondering where to find a Vancouver Lookout with great views of the city? Head on over to West Vancouver and check out the Cypress Mountain Lookout. This viewpoint is great for views during the day and spectacular at night for seeing the lights of Vancouver. The Cypress Mountain Vancouver outlook sits in Cypress Provincial Park and will give you views of Downtown Vancouver, Stanley Park, Lions Gate Bridge, Burrard Inlet, The Straight of Georgia, and more. So if you are visiting Vancouver and wondering what to do, take the 30-minute drive to this beautiful Vancouver Viewpoint.

More info on the Cypress Mountain Lookout – https://photographylife.com/photo-spots/cypress-mountain-viewpoint

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Britannia Mine Museum Copper Mine | Day Trips from Vancouver

Are you visiting B.C. and wondering what to do in Vancouver? Why not take a day trip to Britannia Mine Museum Copper Mine in Britannia Beach B.C. The Britannia Mine Museum is a wonderful day trip about an hour from Vancouver. The Britannia Mine Museum sits along the Sea to Sky Hwy and the Howe Sound. This museum features underground tours, a mineral gallery, gold panning, a giant haul truck, “Boom” a live-action show and so much more. If you are headed to the Vancouver area a trip to the Britannia Mine Museum should definitely be added to your list of things to do.

**Britannia Mine Museum Website** https://www.britanniaminemuseum.ca/

**Trip Advisor Link for Britannia Mine Museum** https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Attraction_Review-g678581-d1094435-Reviews-Britannia_Mine_Museum-Britannia_Beach_British_Columbia.html

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White Rock Pier | Canada’s Longest Pier | Day Trips From Vancouver

Are you visiting B.C. and wondering what to do in Vancouver? Why not take a day trip to White Rock B.C. and visit Canada’s Longest Pier. The White Rock Pier and Beach is a wonderful day trip about an hour from Vancouver. The Pier is 470 meters (1540 ft) long and is located along the shores of Semiahmoo Bay on Marine Drive. If you are headed to the Vancouver area a trip to White Rock should definitely be added to your list of things to do.

White Rock Pier Camera – https://www.whiterockcity.ca/402/Pier-Camera

Pier and Promenade info – https://www.whiterockcity.ca/401/Pier-Promenade-Information

Trip Advisor White Rock Pier – https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Attraction_Review-g154949-d7195496-Reviews-White_Rock_Pier-White_Rock_British_Columbia.html

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Whytecliff Park West Vancouver B.C. Canada | Vancouver Day Trip

Are you wondering what to do in Vancouver B.C. Canada? Why not head over to West Vancouver and check out Whytecliff Park. This park is located in the Horseshoe Bay area and is a hidden gem to visit. At Whytecliff park you will find amazing views of the Straight of Georgia and you can explore an island that is attached to land when the tide is out. The island at Whytecliffe park is fun to explore and you will get some amazing pictures. Whytecliff Park is one of Metro Vancouver’s most beautiful parks, with a rugged shoreline and amazing views.

**More info on Whytecliff Park** https://www.vancouvertrails.com/trails/whytecliff-park/

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Hiking Giants Head Park | Summerland B.C. Canada | Exploring Canada

Are you visiting the Okanagan and wondering what to do in Summerland B.C. Canada? Why not hike the Giants Head located in Giants Head Park Summerland B.C. Canada. This great hike has several different routes to the top where you will find spectacular views of the Okanagan Lake stretching from Penticton to Kelowna. This hike is a must-stop if you are traveling through the Okanagan on your holiday.

More info on Giants Head** Tourism Summerland – https://tinyurl.com/giantsheadmtn

All Trails – https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/british-columbia/giants-head–2

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Hiking the Ski Jump at Whistler Olympic Park – Whistler BC Canada

Are you headed to Whistler B.C. Canada and wondering what to do in Whistler? Well, Why not head over to Whistler Olympic Park and hike the Olympic ski jumps. Whistler Olympic Park is located in the Madeley Creek basin at Callaghan British Columbia. The facility contains two hills K125 and K95 that were built for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. So join me in this video as I hike the Ski Jump Scramble and head to the top of the large K125 Olympic Ski Jump hill.

More info on the Whistler Ski Jump – http://skijumpingcanada.com/callaghan-valley/

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Whistler Train Wreck & Suspension Bridge Hike | Free Things to do in Whistler BC Canada

Are you looking for hiking and free things to do in Whistler B.C. Canada? In this video we will hike to the Whistler Train Wreck and the Whistler Train Wreck Suspension Bridge. This free thing to do in Whistler is a must stop if you are wondering what to do in Whistler during your holiday. The Train Wreck and Suspension Bridge are located about 9 km from the Whistler Village and will give you great views of the Cheakamus River.

**Links Mentioned in Video**

Train Wreck Trail – https://www.whistler.ca/culture-recreation/trails/train-wreck-trail Whitsler Train Wreck – https://www.vancouvertrails.com/trails/whistler-train-wreck/

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Visiting the RAMBO First Blood Wood Carving Statue in Hope BC Canada

Are you a fan of Sylvester Stallone and the Rambo movie series? In this video, I will visit Hope B.C. Canada to see the new Rambo First Blood wood carved statue. This wood carving is located in Hope B.C. Canada where the 1982 classic Rambo First Blood was filmed. The wooden carving was created by Ryan Villiers of Edmonton and he did a fabulous job on this recreation of Rambo. If you ever find your self driving through Hope B.C. Canada make sure to stop by the Hope Municipal Building to see this amazing carving.

Rambo First Blood Filming Location Tour (self guided) – https://hopebc.ca/rambo-first-blood-filming-location-tour-self-guided/