On a sunny Thursday morning, around 11 a.m., I reached Graveley street (corner of Lillooet) to view cherry blossoms. The location is spectacular with two rows of old Akebono cherry trees forming an arch over the street.
The area was bustling with activities: there were about 50 people taking pictures. And more cars kept arriving.
The view from the bottom of the street is also very nice.
From the sidewalk, you can snap photos of the Burnaby skyline and SFU hill.
The street is spectacular and immediately became one of my favorite locations. The blossoms were in full bloom when I visited. This location will be wonderful when petals start to fall in a couple of days.
Visit this location within 7 days. Prepare to share the space with many photographers. When you’re there, remember the neighbours:
1) do not climb the trees
2) do not break the branches
3) be respectful of the residents who live on the street
4) do not stop in the middle of the street
5) keep your visit to a max of 15mins (cause really, how long does it take to snap a few photos?)
6) stay on city property, do not go on private property
7) try to stay off the grass, especially if you are wearing heels.
Mostly – be respectful to the environment and the residents. Remember that it is the residents who are responsible for caring for those trees.
To find out more about this location and where you can find Akebono cherry trees, see the VCBF neighbourhood map.