Those of you who know me, know that running is one of my most favorite things in the world to do, particularly runs that involve good scenery. Until now, I've been working non-stop during daylight hours (which are short because we are so far north - about 7:30am-5pm) so I've just stuck to the treadmill. So the other day I decided to explore Stanley Park, an amazing 1,000 acre cedar forest on the northern tip of Vancouver. There is a seawall path that runs along the outer rim with lanes for runners and bicyclists. It is ABSOLUTELY amazing... in one view you can see the expanse of the English Bay, the snow-capped peaks of the Coast Mountains with the Cypress and Grouse runs, the bridge over to Victoria and of course, the cedar forests of Stanley Park. It was by far my favorite (favourite) experience thus far.
Here is the Google Map of the area... I went all the way around and back through town... a little more than 7 miles. Can't wait to do it again!!!
HERE ARE SOME PICS FROM MY IPHONE, I'LL GET SOME BETTER ONES WITH A CAMERA WHEN I'M NOT RUNNING....
This is Sunset Beach... the logs serve as seats to the greatest show on Earth. I wish I had an evening off while I was here to enjoy it!
A look back at the city of Vancouver from the path.
Across the Bay is Victoria.
The seawall path goes right up to the water... the Coast Mountains and the city of Victoria in the background.
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