Tired of high gas prices? Check out these 10 great bike-commuting routes in Metro Vancouver
(This story is sponsored by HUB Cycling.)
HUB Cycling’s Go by Bike Week returns to Metro Vancouver from May 30 to June 5 and you’re invited.
During the free weeklong event, ride your bike anywhere and everywhere and log your trips at bikehub.ca/gbbw for the chance to win great prizes like a cycling adventure for two in the Netherlands. Stop by one of HUB’s 29 Celebration Stations during the week for free cycling resources, basic bike maintenance, snacks, and more.
Feeling anxious each time you pump gas? HUB Cycling has rounded up 10 of the safest, most convenient bike commuting routes in Metro Vancouver to help you get where you need to go—without paying for gas.
- Arbutus Greenway - This trail starts near Granville Island and runs 8.5 kilometres on a paved and separated path south towards the Fraser River. If you’re looking for a treat at the end of your ride, check out the Milltown Pub.
- Seaside Greenway - By far the most popular bike ride in Vancouver—this 28 kilometres dedicated bike path is separated from cars, making it safe for riders of all ages and abilities. The route follows the Great Trail from the Vancouver Convention Centre, along Coal Harbour, around Stanley Park Seawall and False Creek to Granville Island.
- Spirit Trail - Winding its way along our scenic waterfront, the North Shore Spirit Trail is a fully accessible 15 kilometres greenway that extends from Bridgman Park in Lynn Valley to Ambleside Park in West Vancouver. It will eventually extend for 35 kilometres from Horseshoe Bay to Deep Cove. The City of North Vancouver's portion of the Spirit Trail is 6.5-kilometre long and travels through popular destinations like Lonsdale Quay, the Shipyards, and Moodyville Park.
- King Albert Greenway - This paved urban trail is safe for folks of all ages and abilities, and travels across Coquitlam from Blue Mountain Park to Mundy Park. The short 3-kilometre one-way distance makes it perfect for taking your little ones on a family ride.
- Central Valley Greenway - This multi-use cycling route links New Westminster, Burnaby, and Vancouver. From end to end, the 25-kilometre route is flat, separated, and safe with many parks, shopping, and transit hubs along the way.
- Vancouver to Richmond on the Shell Road Trail - Cross over from Vancouver to Richmond on the dedicated bike path over the Fraser River by the Canada Line bridge. Tour around Richmond from Bridgeport to Steveston on some of the city’s best dykes and trails. If you’re feeling hungry, check out Fisherman’s Wharf for lunch in Steveston.
- Fraser Shores - Need to get between South Burnaby and South Vancouver? Explore Burnaby’s Fraser Foreshore Park and Vancouver’s River District Trail on this section of the Canyon to Coast Trail.
- Surrey Parks Loop - Explore this 20-kilometre loop of Surrey parks and greenways: Green Timbers Park, Bear Creek, Surrey Lake, and Fleetwood Park. This route follows greenways and quiet streets, and passes nearby King George SkyTrain station.
- David’s Loop - Travel from Port Moody to Lafarge Lake-Douglas SkyTrain Station in Coquitlam. Ride the David Greenway through Bert Flinn Park, down April Road, along Alderside, and Port Moody’s Shoreline Trail.
- Ridge Meadows Circle - Explore Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows as you ride along dyke trails and quiet shared roads that link up with the Maple Meadows West Coast Express Station.
Don’t forget to log those trips from May 30 to June 5 to be entered to win prizes like an Arc'teryx hoody, Axiom gear bag, and Scandinave Spa bath passes. Register at bikehub.ca/gbbw as a solo rider or as a team with your friends or coworkers.