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North America's Third Largest Urban Park
Stanley Park, Vancouver's first, is an evergreen oasis of 1,000 acres close to the heart of Vancouver's downtown core. There are many transportation and tour companies that have a variety of tours to show its splendor. Its natural west coast atmosphere offering a back drop of majestic cedar, hemlock and fir trees embraces visitors and transports them to an environment rich in tranquility. The park abounds in wildlife and its features appeal to the naturalist, the plant lover or one who would do nothing more than relax in beautiful surroundings. The Nature House, located on Lost Lagoon's south side, offers educational materials as well as seasonal walking tours. Lost Lagoon is the haven for many varieties of birds including swans, ducks and Canada geese. The rushes and small islands in the lake make a natural nesting place for the various species that live here.
The Stanley Park SeawallThe Stanley Park Seawall was originally conceived as a precaution to erosion in the early 1920s. Though it took nearly six decades to complete the entire seawall, which rings the peninsula of Stanley Park, it was obviously well worth it as visitors and residents alike make this outdoor recreational facility the most popular activity in Vancouver.
It's circular route racks up 5.5 miles or 8.85 km. Most spots are now physically separated so that in-line skaters and cyclists can peacefully co exist with pedestrians. NOTE: Wheeled traffic must travel in a counter-clockwise direction both on the seawall and the roadway in Stanley Park.
Brockton-PointAny point on the perimeter of Stanley Park offers many views of spectacular scenery. Four points are especially suited for viewing panoramas of the area. Hallelujah Point to view Coal Harbour and the downtown core. Brockton Point to view the eastern side of the North Shore and deep into Burrard Inlet. Brockton Point is also the best location for observing the cruise ships arriving and departing to and from the cruise ship terminals in downtown Vancouver. Prospect Point to view the western side of the North Shore and glimpses of Vancouver Island. Ferguson Point to view most of English Bay, Vancouver's Westside (Kitsilano, Point Grey and UBC), Vancouver Island (in good weather) and the North shore.
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