Beautiful, quiet, deep woods experience while in the city, great run

Was nice, beautiful, many trails to explore

Huge park in the middle of the city, reachable by different buses as well!

A comprehensive review for dog owners, cyclists, walkers, and parents! Pacific Spirit Park is an oasis within our city. DOG OWNERS: this is heaven on earth for dogs! There are many off leash trails to choose from, all of them are clearly marked at the junction points. Please note that Park Rangers frequent the off leash trails because your dog must be under your complete control when off leash; meaning they have no aggression issues and have excellent recall. I have seen fines issued to pup parents who should not have had their pups off leash, they are steep! For dog owners with pups that don’t have good recall, or have anxiety/aggression issues: there are many leashed trails to choose from and these are the safest for your pup and for all the dogs enjoying the park. If you are working on off leash manners or recall with your pup who is anxious/aggressive I would highly consider you choose to muzzle them for their safety and for the safety of everyone else. I have personally witnessed several dog attacks within the park, where the dog parent of the anxious/aggressive dog never thought their dog would take it as far as an attack; but this park has a lot of foot traffic, a lot of dogs and it’s a lot of stimulation for a dog who’s trying to work through these issues. CYCLISTS: this is NOT the park for you if you want to feel like you’re mountain biking. ALL of the cycling trails are shared with dogs and pedestrians. I have witnessed a cyclist who was going way too fast for this environment and took out a toddler stumbling along the path. It was horrible to witness and awful for both the parents of the very hurt child and for the cyclist who felt embarrassed at how insanely fast they were going. I have also seen cyclists going way too fast downhill and fly off their bikes because a dog appears on the path from being in the woods, again this is not the place for ‘mountain biking’ type of cycling. Having said that, it is a great place to take your children or enjoy the park yourself for a beautiful scenic ride. There are many trails that bikes are allowed on and they all connect to main roadways so no dismounting is needed. WALKERS: this is probably one of the most beautiful parks to walk through. Some of the trails are breathtaking in all seasons. If you are someone who is afraid of dogs: stick to the leashed paths. If dogs make you scream, jump, hide behind trees, or people, the off leash trails are not for you. This behaviour is not fair to anyone trying to have a nice relaxing walk with their pup who is behaving perfectly normal, but are simply just walking past you. WALKERS WITH MOBILITY ISSUES: there are many paths in the park that have rough terrain, tree roots sticking out, plus dogs who are off leash either running or walking with their owners. If you are someone who needs assistance when walking, it is safest to stick to the Powerline Trail. It is nice and wide, tightly packed with gravel and has fences on both sides for extra assistance. PARENTS: this is something so magical to share with your children within Vancouver. However, on a busy sunny day it can be packed. If your children are not used to animals, stick to the leashed trails. Dogs are curious creatures by nature and will approach to smell, especially small children, it’s completely normal behaviour and they keep walking after but having a screaming parent run towards their child ‘fearing for their life’ is not conducive to a peaceful environment. If you are trying to expose your children to dogs, this is the place to do it! I have had countless lovely experiences with parents who ask if my dog is friendly enough for their child/toddler to approach (he is the gentlest dog ever) and they have had an opportunity to pet and cuddle and play with him and everyone walks away happy! This park is a MUST DO in Vancouver!

Very nice area for walking through! Many people are considerate of personal space, especially when they are walking their dogs. The towering trees whisper among themselves, as if sharing old secrets not meant for us to hear. I would definitely recommend these trails to anyone seeking a peaceful walk through some of BC’s most beautiful forests!

Amazing urban forest/park in the heart of Vancouver. I take my dog through these trails daily - great mix of leashed and off-leash trails. Nice way to escape from the hustle and bustle of a city for an hour.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting Pacific Spirit Regional Park, located in UBC, and I must say it is a truly stunning park. It's the perfect place to take your furry friend for a walk and enjoy the serene surroundings. The park offers a variety of trails suitable for walking, jogging, and even running, catering to different preferences and fitness levels. As you explore the park, you'll come across majestic old trees that add to the park's charm. If you prefer a change of scenery from the lush greenery, you can head towards the seaside, which provides an ideal spot for a delightful picnic. With the current weather, it's the perfect time to indulge in some barbecuing or even sunbathing. Pacific Spirit Regional Park is a vast and beautiful park that offers a tranquil environment to relax and appreciate the breathtaking nature of Vancouver.

Great trail system near the city. Well maintained even in the snow.

A really beautiful park just a few minutes by walk from campus. I love the vegetation and the fact it is full of blackberry bushes you can just pick and eat. The trails are easy to follow. I wish I would have more time to explore the full area.

Huge park! A lot of trails in the park, mostly leash optional, and some are leash-required, and most of trails are in the shade, you can make it a long or short walk as you like! Very well maintained and well marked! My dog loved it!

We logged close to 5 miles just in a fraction of the park - it is a huge place! Locals take full advantage of the trails for juggling, walking, with dog or on bike. It is a cool place to exercise and relax on hot summer days.

My dogs favorite offleash dog park in Vancouver.

Beautiful park in the city to get away for a walk. It was a hot day but the tall trees provide a lot of shade to keep us cool. Pretty popular trail as it’s easy to get to but we didn’t find it too overcrowded. Good for walkers, bikers, runners, families, dogs. My wife and I did a couple hour walk thru the trails. Well marked and maps along the way with trail name signs.

I love here, the beautiful nature, toilet, picnic table, pristine and secluded beach, as well as the beginning of the Wreck Beach, and free parking lot, it's perfect for a picnic, relaxing, and walking with pets and children.

Great park in the middle of the city. Easy trail of 20 min walk to direction (there are steps in there). Than you arrive to the beautiful beach. There is a grass field for nice picnic. Highly recommended. Free parking on the street for 2 hours.