Lion's Forest - West Van Canada

This bridge is very cool to ride over. It has 3 lanes, including walk way for pedestrians and a pathway for cycling. It connects Vancouver to the Northern Districts of North Vancouver. The official name, First Narrows Bridge, of the Burrand Inlet, the mouth of the Harbor. The Un-Official name, Lions Gate, comes from the Northshore's pointed mountain peaks on the Vancouver British Columbia side. The namesake movie studio production company was named after the twin sister mountain peaks.

I love a good bridge, I guess if you read enough of my reviews, you will soon figure that out. The Lions Gate Bridge is pretty much Vancouver's answer to San Francisco's answer to the Golden Gate Bridge. They look similar, they both have pedestrian walkways (if you thought I passed on walking this beauty, think again), and they both have been used excessively in films. The best part is that there is no toll if you plan on driving over this bridge! That really is not the best part. The best part is the bridge as whole. It is beautiful. It really is, looking at it from both sides, and walking across it is even cooler. It will give you a great workout, and something productive to do on most days. How does it get its name? Well, it is not because of the two lions at the entrance of the downtown Vancouver side, it is because of the Lions Gate mountains, which are said to look like the ears of lions when you look at them. Pretty neat! There is more I could say about this bridge, but I will leave it up to you to visit and find out more about it on your own, this bridge at least deserves some modesty!

Unexpectedly discovered the Lions Gate Bridge while walking in Stanley Park. Captured a stunning view from below with the Coastal Mountain Range as a backdrop. The combination of the bridge, trees, and mountains created a picturesque scene, perfect for photography.

It is a must visit bridge landmark. You are able to walk from one side to another. It is basically Vancouver's answer to George Washington Bridge in New York Metro area. It is a must visit spot to see the river and get nice wind.

Cool bridge that connect the city of Vancouver to North Vancouver and West Vancouver. Why is it called Lions Gate Bridge? There are a pair of concrete Lion sculptures on either side of the south approach to the bridge. It also refers to The Lions which are a pair of mountain peaks north of Vancouver. Traffic can be a headache especially during the peak hours. They have a special traffic lane control. X for Red means you cannot be in a certain lane. Green Arrow means it is fine. Anyways, I try to avoid those peak hours. The Lions Gate Bridge is a pretty sight. When I am cruising, it is an awesome sight to go under this pretty green suspension bridge.