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Metro Vancouver publishes [http://www.translink.ca/en/Cycling/Cycling-Routes.aspx cycling maps]. There is also a handy online [http://www.cyclevancouver.ubc.ca/cv.aspx cycling route planner]. Be aware that on the North Shore some of the mapped designated bike routes have gaps or no cycling infrastructure. The maps also do not show many of the short cuts, easier and safer routes that local cyclists use, which is why this page was started.
Metro Vancouver publishes [http://www.translink.ca/en/Cycling/Cycling-Routes.aspx cycling maps]. There is also a handy online [http://www.cyclevancouver.ubc.ca/cv.aspx cycling route planner]. Be aware that on the North Shore some of the mapped designated bike routes have gaps or no cycling infrastructure. The maps also do not show many of the short cuts, easier and safer routes that local cyclists use, which is why this page was started.


== Bike Route Videos ==
== Route Videos ==


=== City of North Vancouver ===
[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVEIHo0Rhv4&feature=youtube_gdata Capilano University to Mount Seymour Parkway]

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=== District of North Vancouver ===
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVEIHo0Rhv4&feature=youtube_gdata Capilano University to Mount Seymour Parkway]
* [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfiNgWV7rPg&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL Lillooet Road (northbound)]

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=== West Vancouver ===


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Revision as of 07:09, 25 February 2011

This page is dedicated to sharing the knowledge from experience from other North Shore riders to help you find the best route for you. This page is a work in progress. If you have an idea for a route or shortcut to be added please contact us.

Metro Vancouver publishes cycling maps. There is also a handy online cycling route planner. Be aware that on the North Shore some of the mapped designated bike routes have gaps or no cycling infrastructure. The maps also do not show many of the short cuts, easier and safer routes that local cyclists use, which is why this page was started.

Route Videos

City of North Vancouver


District of North Vancouver


West Vancouver


Routes

Lions Gate Bridge to Lonsdale & 27th

Quick Map

I've experimented with many routes to make this journey and have finally found what I consider to be the best route. It uses several non-car paths to gain advantage and has a steady but decent grade. Details are on a separate page



Village Bike Route - West Vancouver

Following the example set by the establishment of the Village Walk in West Vancouver, it is proposed to designate and mark with appropriate signage a Village Bike Loop. The proposed route would connect five public schools and most of the public facilites, including five parks and the Community Centre within the Ambleside and Dundarave communities. Also, it would connect to the Spirit Trail and link to the bike route along the Upper Levels Highway. It would become an integral part of the West Vancouver Cycling Network.

A map showing the proposed route of the Village Bike Loop is shown below:


Village Bike Loop 08-02-10.jpg

Shortcuts

City of North Vancouver

CNV: Connector trail between Tempe Glen and 25th St (aka Bark Mulch Trail)

quick map

For travel between Lynn Valley and Upper Lonsdale or Westview, this trail is ideal. It can get a little treacherous in rainy season and overgrown in the summer, so be careful on it. The trail itself hugs the Upper Levels highway from near the tennis courts at the south end of Tempe Glen and dumps you out on the sidewalk at the east end of 25th St.

Google Map



District of North Vancouver

DNV: Phillip Ave Tunnel

Quick Map

There's a tunnel under the Upper Levels Highway at the top of Phillip that is an easy way to get from Pemberton Heights to Capilano Highlands and vice versa. Beware of the speed checks midway through the tunnel!

Google Map



DNV: Connector trail between Keith Rd and 23rd St (near Capilano ramps)

Quick Map

A very convenient trail connecting W Keith Rd near the Capilano Rd Hwy 1 ramps to W 23rd St in Pemberton Heights. For riders needing to continue east after coming off the freeway this is perfect. Also makes up a key part of the Lions Gate Bridge to Lonsdale & 27th route.

Google Map

Video



DNV: Connector trail between Tatlow Ave and Capilano Rd

quick map

At the north end of Tatlow Ave is a convenient trail that connects to Capilano Road opposite Graveley St. This is a perfect connector for bicycle traffic coming from Marine Drive to Capilano Road.

Google Map



DNV: Connector trail between Westview Dr and 25th St

quick map

25th St makes an excellent route connecting Lynn Valley/Upper Lonsdale and Westview. At the west end is paved trail that leads up to Westview Dr. This is also a key connector on the Lions Gate Bridge to Lonsdale & 27th route.

Google Map



West Vancouver