Head out on this 7.6-km out-and-back trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a very popular area for hiking and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are October through March. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.6 km

Elevation

+424m

Time

2 h 8 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Lake River Views Wildlife

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Eagle Bluffs via Baden Powell Trail trail photo

Hard

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Bowen Island

Eagle Bluffs via Baden Powell Trail

Try this 10.0-km out-and-back trail near Bowen Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for hiking and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are June through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

10 km

Elevation

+980m

Time

4 h 32 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildlife Historic site

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Very Hard

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Abbotsford

Abby Grind

Head out on this 3.4-km out-and-back trail near Upper Sumas 6, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 4 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, 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

3.4 km

Elevation

+424m

Time

2 h 4 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Seymour Valley Trailway to Seymour Dam trail photo

Moderate

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Seymour Valley Trailway to Seymour Dam

Try this 22.9-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 18 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, road biking, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

22.9 km

Elevation

+367m

Time

5 h 18 min

No dogs Kid friendly Stroller friendly Wheelchair friendly Paved Forest Lake River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Easy

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Whistler

Brandywine Falls

Check out this 1.1-km out-and-back trail near Black Tusk Village, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 23 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

1.1 km

Elevation

+54m

Time

23 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved Forest River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

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Challenging

Out & Back

Whistler

Brew Lake

Try this 17.1-km out-and-back trail near Black Tusk Village, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 40 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 July through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

17.1 km

Elevation

+1,048m

Time

6 h 40 min

Dogs on leash Forest Lake River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Easy

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Burnaby

Drummonds Walk East

Try this 3.7-km out-and-back trail near Burnaby, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 44 min to complete. This is a popular trail for running and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

3.7 km

Elevation

+22m

Time

44 min

Dog friendly Kid friendly Beach Forest Lake Views Historic site

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Mount Fromme via St. Georges Trail trail photo

Hard

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North Vancouver

Mount Fromme via St. Georges Trail

Head out on this 10.5-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 58 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, mountain biking, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

10.5 km

Elevation

+894m

Time

4 h 58 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Flatiron via Needle Peak Trail trail photo

Hard

Out & Back

Yale

Flatiron via Needle Peak Trail

Head out on this 10.0-km out-and-back trail near Albert Flat 5, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for camping, hiking, and snowshoeing, 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

10 km

Elevation

+852m

Time

3 h 40 min

Dogs on leash Forest Lake River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

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Hard

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West Vancouver

Tunnel Bluffs

Check out this 7.4-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 40 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.4 km

Elevation

+684m

Time

3 h 40 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Expert

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Hat Mountain

Proceed cautiously on this 14.3-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This trail is great for birding, camping, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.

Distance

14.3 km

Elevation

+1,588m

Time

3 h 40 min

Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Devonian Harbour Park to Harbour Green Park trail photo

Very Easy

Out & Back

Vancouver

Devonian Harbour Park to Harbour Green Park

Enjoy this 3.5-km out-and-back trail near Granville Island, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 40 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, road biking, and running, 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

3.5 km

Elevation

+11m

Time

40 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly Wheelchair friendly Partially paved Beach Views Wildflowers Historic site Rails trails City walk

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Hard

Out & Back

Squamish

Deeks Lake

Enjoy this 14.6-km out-and-back trail near Porteau, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 12 min to complete. This is a very popular area for camping, hiking, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

14.6 km

Elevation

+1,031m

Time

6 h 12 min

Dogs on leash Forest Lake Views Wildlife

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Challenging

Out & Back

Pender Harbour

Mount Daniel Trail

Get to know this 4.3-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Coast B, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 5 min to complete. 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 May through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.3 km

Elevation

+381m

Time

2 h 5 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Very Easy

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Halfmoon Bay

Smuggler Cove

Try this 4.3-km out-and-back trail near Secret Cove, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 4 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.3 km

Elevation

+87m

Time

1 h 4 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved Beach Forest Views

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Whistler Mountain via Pika's and Mathew's Traverse trail photo

Moderate

Out & Back

Whistler

Whistler Mountain via Pika's and Mathew's Traverse

Experience this 6.6-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 31 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through October.

Distance

6.6 km

Elevation

+389m

Time

2 h 31 min

Kid friendly Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Cheakamus River via Garibaldi Lake Trail trail photo

Expert

Out & Back

Squamish

Cheakamus River via Garibaldi Lake Trail

Check out this 42.3-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 15 h 18 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. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

42.3 km

Elevation

+2,250m

Time

15 h 18 min

No dogs Forest Lake River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Barrier Lake and Lesser Garibaldi Lake trail photo

Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Barrier Lake and Lesser Garibaldi Lake

Try this 13.5-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 18 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

13.5 km

Elevation

+841m

Time

5 h 18 min

No dogs Forest Lake River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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