A Beginner’s Guide to Exploring the Snow in Vancouver

Snowshoers at Grouse Mountain

Snowshoers at Grouse Mountain. Photo: Grouse Mountain

Vancouver’s ocean-influenced climate is mild, even in winter. But you can experience snow without leaving the city by taking a trip to the North Shore Mountains to go snowshoeing or sledding.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Exploring the Snow in Vancouver

12 Family-Friendly Adventures Around Vancouver This Winter

A family at the gondola platform at Whislter Mountain near Vancouve

Photo: Destination BC/Rick Collins

Keep the whole family entertained this winter with fun activities like sledding, skating, hiking, museums, rock climbing, and lots more.

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12 Family-Friendly Adventures Around Vancouver This Winter

Where to Go Sledding and Snow-Tubing Near Vancouver in Winter 2023/24

Sledding at Grouse Mountain in Vancouver

Sledding at Grouse Mountain. Photo credit: Tourism Vancouver / Rishad Daroowala

While it rarely snows in the city, Vancouver’s mountains are a great place to go sledding. Here are our picks for the best places to go sledding, tobogganing, and snow-tubing near Vancouver in winter 2023/24.

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Where to Go Sledding and Snow-Tubing Near Vancouver in Winter 2023/24

9 Winter Things to Do in Vancouver Before the New Year Comes

Cliffwalk at Canyon Lights, Photo: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Immerse yourself in snowy scenes and twinkling holiday lights. You won’t want to miss these festive winter activities around Vancouver.

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9 Winter Things to Do in Vancouver Before the New Year Comes

Where to Go Sledding and Snow-Tubing Near Vancouver in Winter 2022/23

Snow tubing at the Bubly Tube Park in Whistler

Snow tubing at the Bubly Tube Park in Whistler. Photo: Destination BC/Rick Collins

Kids love sliding down snowy slopes, and adults will love unleashing their inner child to join in on the fun. Here are our picks for the best places to go sledding, tobogganing, and snow tubing near Vancouver for winter 2022/23.

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Where to Go Sledding and Snow-Tubing Near Vancouver in Winter 2022/23

10 Outdoor Things to do Around Vancouver for Family Day 2022

Cliffwalk at Capilano Suspension Bridge illuminated as part of the Love Lights Event

Love Lights at Capilano Suspension Bridge. Photo: Capilano Suspension Bridge

Head outside this Family Day. Get your heart racing on the ski slopes, chill out on an easy snowshoe walk, or treat your dog to a winter adventure. Here are our picks for the best outdoor activities around Vancouver for Family Day 2022.

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10 Outdoor Things to do Around Vancouver for Family Day 2022

12 Fun Things to do Outdoors in Vancouver on Winter Break 2021/22

Sledding at Grouse Mountain near Vancouver

Sledding at Grouse Mountain. Photo: Tourism Vancouver / Grouse Mountain

Winter Break is a great time to get outdoors and explore nature in Vancouver. Choose from snowy activities like skiing and snowshoeing, holiday fun, hikes, and lots more. Use our picks for the best things to do outdoors in Vancouver on winter break to plan your adventures.

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12 Fun Things to do Outdoors in Vancouver on Winter Break 2021/22