False Creek

False Creek is a narrow waterway running through Vancouver, bordered by residential buildings, marinas, parks, and three major bridges that span across it. The shoreline links diverse neighborhoods and creates a continuous public space for activity.

The area served as an important resource for First Nations communities for over 8,000 years, who used it for fishing and gathering. European settlement transformed how the region was used and developed.

The waterfront serves as a hub for arts and events. Nearby Granville Island houses artist studios, a market, and theaters that showcase local talent year-round.

A waterfront path of roughly 7.6 km with separate routes for walking and cycling connects different Vancouver neighborhoods from Burrard Bridge to Science World. The flat route is accessible and can be explored in sections based on your interests.

Water quality has improved to the point where herring now spawn near Granville Island, a sign of environmental recovery. This biological return is one of the most visible signs of change in this urban waterway.