Proceed cautiously on this 24.3-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are July through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

24.3 km

Elevation

+1,471m

Time

2 h 56 min

No dogs Forest Lake River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

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Hard

Out & Back

Coquitlam

White Rock

Experience this 8.9-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 33 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8.9 km

Elevation

+856m

Time

4 h 33 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Hard

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Squamish

Slhanay Peak Trail

Check out this 6.1-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 18 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

6.1 km

Elevation

+640m

Time

3 h 18 min

Dogs on leash Partially paved Forest River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Hard

Loop

Squamish

Anif Peak

Explore this 17.2-km loop trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for hiking, skiing, and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

Distance

17.2 km

Elevation

+1,392m

Time

20 min

Forest Views

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Expert

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Whistler

Castle Towers

Proceed cautiously on this 34.4-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This trail is great for camping and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

34.4 km

Elevation

+2,739m

Time

3 h 40 min

No dogs Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Alouette Mountain via West Canyon trail trail photo

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Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Alouette Mountain via West Canyon trail

Enjoy this 9.3-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.

Distance

9.3 km

Elevation

+1,181m

Time

3 h 40 min

Forest Lake Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

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Hard

Out & Back

Yale

Thar Peak

Enjoy this 6.9-km out-and-back trail near Spuzzum, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are May through October.

Distance

6.9 km

Elevation

+703m

Time

1 h 0 min

Forest Views

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Trans Canada Trail: Chilliwack River trail photo

Hard

Point to Point

Chilliwack

Trans Canada Trail: Chilliwack River

Head out on this 37.0-km point-to-point trail near Chilliwack, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 10 h 15 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

Distance

37 km

Elevation

+797m

Time

10 h 15 min

Cave Lake River Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Hard

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Hope

Johnson Peak Trail

Enjoy this 24.5-km out-and-back trail near Hope, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 9 h 50 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

24.5 km

Elevation

+1,585m

Time

9 h 50 min

Forest Views

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Hard

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

South Evans Peak Trail

Try this 15.4-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

15.4 km

Elevation

+1,076m

Time

1 h 18 min

Dogs on leash Forest Lake Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

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Alouette Mountain via West Canyon, Evan's Creek, and Fly's Gully trail photo

Very Hard

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Alouette Mountain via West Canyon, Evan's Creek, and Fly's Gully

Discover this 10.8-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for birding and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

Distance

10.8 km

Elevation

+1,175m

Time

6 h 11 min

Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Alouette Mountain Trail via Menzies and Alouette Trail trail photo

Hard

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Alouette Mountain Trail via Menzies and Alouette Trail

Explore this 20.3-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 48 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, birding, and camping, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are March through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

20.3 km

Elevation

+1,207m

Time

7 h 48 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Flora Peak

Enjoy this 11.7-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for birding and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through October.

Distance

11.7 km

Elevation

+1,295m

Time

49 min

Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Hard

Point to Point

Halfmoon Bay

Suncoaster Bike Trail

Check out this 37.5-km point-to-point trail near Sunshine Coast B, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 9 h 52 min to complete. This is a popular trail for camping, hiking, and horseback riding, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

37.5 km

Elevation

+904m

Time

9 h 52 min

Dog friendly Forest Lake Views Wildlife

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Hard

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Pender Harbour

Mount Hallowell

Head out on this 15.8-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Coast B, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 33 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

15.8 km

Elevation

+1,080m

Time

6 h 33 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildlife

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Mount Webb

Discover this 20.9-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through August.

Distance

20.9 km

Elevation

+1,677m

Time

4 h 56 min

Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Hard

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Kallahne Creek Trail

Get to know this 9.0-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 56 min to complete. This trail is great for birding and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

9 km

Elevation

+958m

Time

4 h 56 min

Dogs on leash Forest Lake River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Expert

Out & Back

North Vancouver

MacKay Creek Trail

Experience this 3.9-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 44 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.9 km

Elevation

+586m

Time

2 h 44 min

Dogs on leash Forest Wildlife Historic site

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