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Fraser River
Rising near Mount Robson Provincial Park and flowing nearly 1400 km (870 mi) into the Pacific Ocean at Vancouver, the mighty Fraser River is the longest river in British Columbia. Along with its many tributaries, the river and area offers plenty of recreational opportunities including canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hiking, camping and more.
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False Creek
False Creek, as the name suggests, is not a creek but refers to both an inlet and the land surrounding it in downtown Vancouver. Rejuvenated in the last couple of decades, it accommodates mixed-income housing and sporting venues. It is also popular with roller-bladers and kayakers.
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English Bay
Situated on Vancouver's western shores, English Bay includes several beaches and is a popular destination year round. The Vancouver Seawall which runs along the bay is a favourite destination for runners, cyclists and roller-bladers while the waters of the bay play host to the Polar Bear Swim and the Celebratoin of Light - the city's famous fireworks competition in July.
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Howe Sound
Running from the Strait of Georgia and West Vancouver inland to Squamish, Howe Sound is the continent's most southern fjord and features spectacular coastline, steep-sided shores and several mountainous islands.
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Buntzen Lake
Buntzen Lake is just north of the metropolis of Greater Vancouver. It offers fishing, canoing, kayaking, swimming, and much more. |
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Strait of Georgia
Named after George Vancouver of Great Britain in 1792, the Strait of Georgia runs for 250 km (150 mi) between Vancouver Island and mainland British Columbia. The strait connects with Puget Sound in the south and Johnstone Strait in the north and contains several islands, including the Gulf Islands. As well as being a popular body of water for diving and whale-watching, the strait is a major navigation channel for ferries and cruise ships.
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