The Capilano River is considered to be the physical
boundary between West Vancouver on the west and North Vancouver on the
east. For general purposes the river begins as the overflow from
Cleveland Dam which was built to create a municipal water reservoir that
is part of a system that services the region. The river's true source is
somewhere beyond the dam in the surrounding mountains that create this
watershed.
As the Capilano courses through the forest and canyons to Burrard Inlet
it is part of a large regional park that incorporates many recreational
opportunities.
At Cleveland Dam, viewing areas, picnic grounds and walking trails
serviced by public facilities and a free parking lot are open to public
use.
A short way downstream is the Salmon Hatchery with extensive educational
displays covering many aspects of the salmon life cycle and the
functioning of the hatchery. Viewing areas include a glass side to the
fish ladder allowing visitors the opportunity to see the salmon migrate
upstream to where they will be harvested of their eggs.
The educational portion of the facilty is free to the public. As well
more river viewpoints and trails are available for exploring. Depending
on water levels a system of trails follows the river much of its
distance to the inlet.
All of these facilities are accessible from Capilano Road in North
Vancouver. |
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North Vancouver Hotels |
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North Vancouver has a wide selection of fine hotels to choose from. Located on Vancouver's North Shore, everyone is only minutes from downtown. Check out all the
West Vancouver and
North Vancouver Hotels for rates and availability. |
Holiday Inn Hotel North Vancouver
Chateau style nestled in the majestic North Shore
mountains. Hotel offers 162 rooms, some with kitchenette, and some
junior suites. Swimming pool and Restaurant. |
Best Western Capilano Inn & Suites
Best Western Capilano Inn & Suites offers you a variety of rooms and
suites, all of which are newly constructed and renovated. At the Best
Western Capilano Inn & Suites we offer you diligent, courteous service
and a complete list of amenities, rivalling those of any downtown hotel. |
Vancouver Lions Gate Travelodge
located approximately five miles from Grouse Mountain and 20 miles from
Vancouver Airport. Stanley Park is
one mile away across the Lions Gate Bridge. There is an outdoor heated pool with lounging area on site. This Travelodge also offers concierge service, 24-hour front desk service, and free parking.
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North
Vancouver Hotel
centrally located to allow you quick access to whatever you trip or
vacation may hold in store.
Downtown Vancouver
is only 15 minutes away, so you can enjoy the many
attractions it has to offer with
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Lonsdale Quay Hotel
Fantastic waterfront boutique hotel, located in
North Vancouver at the Lonsdale Quay a Public Market with shops and
fresh food stands. The Quay is a major transportation stop for
Seabus and local transit. Easy access to
Capilano Suspension Bridge and Grouse Mountain. |
Comfort Inn and Suites
Comfort Inn and Suites is situated on the border of North and West
Vancouver Local attractions include Capilano Mall, Cleveland Dam,
Cypress Bowl, Stanley Park, Grouse Mountain and
Vancouver
Aquarium.
Hotel amenities include free continental breakfast, fax/photocopy
service, guest laundry, wake-up calls, safe deposit box, and seasonal
outdoor pool. |
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