Lost Lagoon

This rustic area near Stanley Park’s entrance was originally an extension of Coal Harbour, but by 1916 the bridge was replaced with a causeway, and in 1922 the new body of water was named, transforming itself into a freshwater lake a few years later. Today it’s a nature sanctuary – keep your eyes peeled for beady-eyed blue herons – and its perimeter pathway makes for a wonderful stroll. The excellent Lost Lagoon Nature House ([tel] 604-257-8544; www.stanleyparkecology.ca; admission free; [hrs] 10am-7pm Tue-Sun May-Sep) provides exhibits and illumination on the park’s wildlife, history and ecology. Ask about its fascinating park walks, covering everything from bird-watching strolls to artsy ambles.