Hastings Park, Vancouver, BC

Located in the Hastings-Sunrise neighborhood, Hastings Park is the second-largest park in Vancouver, and has undergone extensive renovation since 1995. The park features a sanctuary area, with a beautiful pond,surrounded by wonderfully-manicured landscape. In the "Italian Gardens" you'll see wondrous fountains, gargoyles, gardens, a children's playground, and skateboard park.

For sports enthusiasts, there are 2 sand-based soccer fields, 2 softball diamonds, a running track, change rooms, wash rooms, and related service spaces.