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South Slope

British Columbia, Canada · North America

About South Slope

South Slope works well as a base: 52km from Shannon Falls.

South Slope is a town located in British Columbia, Canada. With a population of 12,782, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, South Slope sits in Canada, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Vancouver time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add South Slope to your route.

About South Slope

South Slope, sometimes referred to as Alta Vista, is a mainly single-family neighbourhood in Burnaby in British Columbia, Canada, just south of Metrotown. It borders Suncrest, an all single-family home neighbourhood to the west, and goes as far east as Byrne Creek Ravine. Although the northern boundary of South Slope

Read more is Rumble Street, many residents north of the street consider themselves as living in the neighbourhood, and a couple of institutions including South Slope Elementary, and Burnaby South Secondary School are located north of the neighbourhoods boundary. The neighbourhood gets its name from the steep slope it is located on. The neighbourhood is one of the oldest parts of the city, home to the still operating Nelson Elementary School, which is over a hundred years old, along with dozens of Heritage Homes.

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South Slope offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is South Slope located?

South Slope is located in British Columbia, Canada, North America. The coordinates are 49.2167 latitude, -123.0000 longitude.

What is the population of South Slope?

South Slope has a population of approximately 12,782 people, making it a town in Canada.

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Quick Information

Population
12,782
Continent
North America
Country
Canada
Region
British Columbia
Timezone
America/Vancouver
Coordinates
49.2167, -123.0000

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911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
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CAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Winter tyres mandatory in Quebec December–March.

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Worth the detour from South Slope

7 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Stanley Park Totem Poles

Collection of First Nations totem poles in Vancouver's Stanley Park, one of the most visited attractions in British Columbia.

13 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Vancouver Aquarium

Canada's largest aquarium in Stanley Park dedicated to the conservation of aquatic life in the Pacific Northwest.

13 km · about 25 min drive

bridge

Lions Gate Bridge

Vancouver's iconic 1938 suspension bridge spanning the First Narrows from Stanley Park to the North Shore, gateway to the Sea-to-Sky Highway with mountain and harbour views from its green towers.

15 km · about 30 min drive

bridge

Capilano Suspension Bridge

A 137 m footbridge swaying 70 m above the Capilano River in North Vancouver, with treetop walkways and a granite cliffwalk: one of BC's most visited attractions since 1889.

16 km · about 20 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Sea-to-Sky Highway

Stunning coastal and mountain highway from Vancouver to Whistler

44 km · about 50 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Sea to Sky Gondola

Gondola beside the Sea-to-Sky Highway near Squamish, rising 885 m above Howe Sound to a summit lodge, suspension bridge and sweeping viewpoints over fjord, forest and the Stawamus Chief.

52 km · about 60 min drive

waterfall

Shannon Falls

British Columbia's third-highest waterfall, immediately beside the Sea to Sky Highway near Squamish with a roadside car park.

52 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near South Slope

  • Right hereLions Gate BridgeVancouver's iconic 1938 suspension bridge spanning the First Narrows from Stanley Park to the North Shore, gateway to the Sea-to-Sky Highway with mountain and harbour views from its green towers.
  • 16 kmCapilano Suspension BridgeA 137 m footbridge swaying 70 m above the Capilano River in North Vancouver, with treetop walkways and a granite cliffwalk: one of BC's most visited attractions since 1889.
  • 44 kmSea-to-Sky HighwayStunning coastal and mountain highway from Vancouver to Whistler
  • 52 kmSea to Sky GondolaGondola beside the Sea-to-Sky Highway near Squamish, rising 885 m above Howe Sound to a summit lodge, suspension bridge and sweeping viewpoints over fjord, forest and the Stawamus Chief.
  • 73 kmChuckanut Drive (WA-11)Washington's first scenic byway clings to sandstone cliffs between Bellingham and the Skagit flats, with oyster bars and Samish Bay sunsets over the San Juan Islands.

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