Hang out with some Douglasfir and dogwood trees at Westmount Park in Point Grey. There is a small playground amidst the greenery and some peekaboo views of English Bay.

Chaldecott Park is located in the Dunbar-Southlands area and has large playing fields for baseball fanatics and a mini waterpark for the kids (and kids at heart) in the neighbourhood. Typically overshadowed by Pacific Spirit Park, Chaldecott Park is a nice alternative.

Popular among residents and visitors alike, the Arbutus Greenway Park is nestled between low rise condominiums and townhouses. There's a small playground for the youngsters and several gardens riddled with the brightest and smelliest flowers and plenty of seating area to chill out and enjoy the silence among a bustling neighbourhood.

Struggling to find ways to stay cool during Vancouver's hot hot heat? Head over to MacLean Park where the spray park area is sure to reduce body temperatures and bring out the child in everyone. Not interested in running around while chasing high powered spray fountains? Chill out on the greenest grass imaginable a few steps away.

Robson Park is a quiet little gem among the busy street of Kingsway. There are community gardens and paved walking paths throughout.

China Creek North includes a large open green space with a jogging track, fields and playground. The high points of the park offer impressive views of the North Shore Mountains and Southeast False Creek.

Watch the ships go by at Dusty Greenwall Park, where views of the Burrard Inlet, Second Narrows Bridge and North Shore Mountains are bountiful. Dusty Greenwall is a rather small park with some major Vancouver views.

Renfew Park isn't really an unknown on the Vancouver park scene, but maybe not at the top of the list for downtown or Westside dwellers. What makes this park so great? The secluded winding paths along Still Creek coupled with the many softball and football fields and playground.