Cleveland Dam Tours

Built in 1954, the Cleveland Dam was constructed for a number of important reasons. Unlike many other dams though, this one is not used for hydroelectricity. Instead, the original purpose of the dam was to hold back water entering into Burrard Inlet, which used to come in at a heavy pace carrying with it a hearty amount of silt and rocks, as well as a heavy current. Cleveland Dam was also constructed to protect a means of fresh drinking water for the lower mainland of Vancouver. In fact, the lake above Cleveland Dam provides the lower mainland with a whopping 40% of its fresh drinking water.
These days, Cleveland Dam makes up a part of North Vancouver that has quickly become a popular tourism destination and in the area around the dam, there are a number of parks and hiking paths. The dam itself sits in a protected park called Capilano River Regional Park, which also encompasses Capilano Lake, the body of water that the 300-foot spillway of the dam encloses. In the area, visitors can also find attractions such as the Capilano Suspension Bridge, Lynn Canyon Park, and Grouse Mountain.
Practical Info
Cleveland Dam is located in North Vancouver and if you’re heading there by car from the downtown area, is best reached via Stanley Park, the Lion's Gate Bridge and Capilano Road. You can also reach the Dam via public transport by catching bus No. 426 toward Highland. The journey takes about 45 minutes and busses leave around every 30 minutes.
Address: North Vancouver, BC, Canada
3 Tours and Activities to Experience Cleveland Dam
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Private Tour: Capilano Suspension Bridge and Grouse Mountain
Add some thrill to your Vancouver vacation with a private tour of the area’s most exciting viewpoints. Your personal guide will escort you to the Capilano Suspension Bridge for an exhilarating walk along the cliff-hanging footpaths. Afterward, enjoy the visiting center or take another forest walk before riding the Grouse Mountain gondola high into the alpine forest. Get breathtaking views and partake in some of the awesome mountain activities.
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From
$496.06
Price varies by group size
From
$496.06
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Vancouver's North Shore & Grouse Mountain (Small Private Group)
Enjoy a private small group tour of Vancouver City and area. Experience Vancouver on this program including Grouse Mountain admission.
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$373.33
Price varies by group size
From
$373.33
Price varies by group size
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

North Shore Tour Including Grouse Mountain
Explore the North Shore of Vancouver and its mountains, unique rain forests and views of the city and ocean. From the top of Grouse Mountain to the sheltered location of Horseshoe Bay, the North Shore is simply spectacular.
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$103.65
From
$103.65
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
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