Ancient Trees of Vancouver Walking Tour｜Canada

Experience the last remaining old growth in the city's historic Stanley Park. Follow our expert guide to these natural wonders, including towering 600-year-old Douglas firs, wide and wondrous 1,000-year-old cedars, and the largest known maple tree in all of Canada. You will be guided by well-known big tree seeker Colin Spratt, whose conservation work and discoveries have been featured in Canadian Geographic, National Post, and CBC. Colin was the first to discover some of the world’s largest trees, and he will share his passion for these forests with you. As we marvel at these ancient trees, we'll also learn about the ecological importance of old-growth forests and the threats they face today. You'll be told about the park's history, see old maps, photos, and postcards, and learn about the park's original inhabitants, the Coast Salish people.