The crisp mountain air at Burnaby Mountain offers a panoramic perspective of the Burrard Inlet and the surrounding North Shore Mountains, where the urban landscape meets the rugged beauty of the coastal terrain.
Highlands and Horizon Views
Experience the geography of the region by exploring its varied elevations. Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area serves as a green jewel offering hiking and mountain biking on trails marked with specific distances and difficulties to suit your pace. Here, you can view the Rose Gardens and the 'Playground of the Gods', a collection of Ainu totem pole carvings. For a different perspective of the local skyline, Capitol Hill Reservoir Park provides an ideal location for watching the sunset over Vancouver, the Lions Gate Bridge, and the Burrard Inlet.
- Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area
- Capitol Hill Reservoir Park
Waterfronts and Wildlife
The city is defined by its relationship with water. You can find a peaceful escape at Deer Lake Park, an almost circular lake in the heart of the city that provides opportunities for birdspotting and shoreline walking. For those seeking to get on the water, Deer Lake Boat Rentals offers canoes and kayaks. If you prefer a coastal atmosphere, Barnet Marine Park features a north-facing shoreline and is a popular destination during the summer months. For a more tranquil nature experience, Burnaby Lake Regional Park provides a loop trail where visitors can spot beavers and muskrat at the Piper Spit.
- Deer Lake Park
- Barnet Marine Park
- Burnaby Lake Regional Park
Culture and Heritage
Step back in time at the Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel. This heritage site features a turn of the century town where you can visit shops like the Blacksmith and the Chinese Herbalist, see a preserved interurban streetcar, and ride a restored vintage 1912 carousel. In the Deer Lake area, the city's cultural life is centered around two key institutions: the Burnaby Art Gallery, which houses contemporary and historical works in a heritage house, and the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, which hosts various programs and performances.
- Burnaby Village Museum & Carousel
- Burnaby Art Gallery
- Shadbolt Centre for the Arts
Urban Life and Recreation
The city balances its natural spaces with vibrant urban hubs. Metropolis at Metrotown stands as a major destination for shopping and dining. For families, the Burnaby Central Railway offers a miniature train ride through the forest, including a model railroad featuring replicas of real rolling stock. If you prefer active recreation, Swangard Stadium in Central Park hosts various events, while the extensive trail networks around Burnaby Mountain provide ample space for mountain biking.
- Metropolis at Metrotown
- Burnaby Central Railway
- Swangard Stadium
With its blend of expansive parklands and vibrant cultural hubs, Burnaby offers a diverse itinerary of coastal views and local history. Start planning your visit today to experience the sights along the Burrard Peninsula.