11km
Distance
100m
Gain
2.5h
Time
About this Trail
An 11-12 km fully paved, LED-lit waterfront greenway along the North Shore from Park Royal to Lonsdale Quay. Named in partnership with the Squamish and Tsleil-Waututh First Nations with views of Lions Gate Bridge and the Vancouver skyline.
Best Suited For
The Crowd
- 👨👩👧Families
- 🔹Cyclists
- 🔹Commuters
- 💑Couples
- 🧓Seniors
- 🔹Wheelchair Users
- 🐕Dog Walkers
- 🔹Runners
- 🔹Inline Skaters
The Occasion
- 🔹Evening Walk
- 🔹Weekend Ride
- 🔹Commute
- 👨👩👧Family Outing
- 🔹Casual Date
- 🔹Fitness Walk
- 🔹Sunset Stroll
Highlights
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11 km waterfront trail connecting Lower Lonsdale to Deep Cove
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Panoramic views of Vancouver skyline, Burrard Inlet, and the port
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Public art installations along the route
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Connects parks, beaches, and North Vancouver neighbourhoods
Practical Tips
Best Times to Visit
Insider Tips
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Easily accessible by transit — SeaBus to Lonsdale Quay
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Great for running and cycling too
What to Bring
Accessibility & Facilities
LED-lit for safe evening and winter use.
Fully wheelchair accessible. 4-metre-wide paved trail with essentially flat terrain (57 m total elevation gain over 11-12 km). Built to TAC standards.
History
The Spirit Trail is the City of North Vancouver's signature multi-use pathway, running along the waterfront from the Ironworkers Memorial Bridge to Deep Cove. It connects neighbourhoods, parks, and transit hubs.
Source · cnv.org
Location
Getting Here
🚌 Transit
SeaBus from Waterfront Station (downtown Vancouver) to Lonsdale Quay (12-minute crossing) provides direct access to the eastern terminus. Multiple bus connections along the route including Blue Bus service in West Vancouver.
🚗 Parking
Free parking at Park Royal Shopping Centre (western end). Paid parking at Lonsdale Quay (eastern end). Street parking available at various access points along the route.