Fall colours
Brilliant shades of yellow, orange and red
That’s what you’ll find on the doorstep here in Vancouver. In every direction, you can experience striking fall foliage from mid-September to early-November
Queen Elizabeth Park
Queen Elizabeth Park is located atop the city’s highest point, this 130-acre park has gorgeous gardens featuring both deciduous and evergreen trees. When the colors start changing, the juxtaposition of the evergreens, gardens and red/orange hues of the trees that are morphing into winter hibernation is simply breathtaking. Check out the outdoor arboretum for a diverse selection of trees to enjoy.
VanDusen Botanical Garden
Take the Laburnum Walk through VanDusen Botanical Garden, which features an eclectic mix of plant life that turns to crisp yellow throughout the fall. Also take a look at the ponds in the centre of the park for a gorgeous colour pairing of lily pads on the water and the surrounding plant life.
University of British Columbia
The leafy campus of the University of British Columbia is a great choice for leaf-peeping. Located at the far western end of the City of Vancouver, the grand old trees lining the Main Mall turn spectacular colours in fall. You can’t miss the UBC Botanical Garden, a treasure chest of plants from around the world, as well as the Nitobe Memorial Garden, considered one of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside of Japan.
Grouse Mountain
Although it’s filled with evergreen trees galore, Grouse Mountain in North Vancouver is still a sight to behold each autumn. The grasses on the open ski runs turn dozens of shades, as do the various shrubs and smaller trees, making this mountain an amazing place to hike during the fall. There are also myriad viewpoints of the city and surrounding mountains to enjoy.