Vancouver Area

Sat standing near the summit of Crown Mountain wit...

Description 

The city of Vancouver is the biggest in BC and home to lots of climbers. The closest "good" climbing is in the direction of Squamish, but the locals have combed the woods and coasts and haven't come up empty-handed. There are some established small crags and bouldering areas good for a short day or a workout.

For argument's sake, let's include everything south of Porteau Cove in this area to distinguish it from Squamish.

Getting There 

Big City. Hard to miss.

Featured Route For Vancouver Area

A Slice of Life 5.10d  International : Canada : Senior Centre

It's hard to imagine a more fun sport climb in the 5.10 grade, hence it's a classic. The first few moves are the crux, but the rest of the route is long, steep and involves physical pulls between good, sometimes excellent, holds. ...[more]

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From the summit of Crown Mountain looking south to...	Looking north at Crown Mountain and The Camel. Fr...	Looking up at Crown Pass from the Hanes Valley. F...
Crown Mountain and The Camel in March 2004.