Seven Sisters Trail

Seven Sisters Trail in Cultus Lake, near Chilliwack, is a quick forest escape that’s all about big trees and easy walking. This 3.2 km out-and-back route has about 166 m of gain, tops out around 170 m, and usually takes just over an hour, so it fits nicely before or after a swim at the lake or a lazy campground morning.

You’ll park at the Entrance Bay lot, cross the road, and wander through the Entrance Bay campground to pick up the trail, which is easy to spot and well signed. The path winds through classic coastal forest with huge old cedars, a short set of fun stairs, wooden bridges, and a little loop at the end around the “Seven Sisters” trees. There’s no real lake viewpoint from the trail itself, but the atmosphere is calm, shaded, and quiet, with enough ups and downs to feel like a walk, not a slog.

Recent hikers say the Seven Sisters Trail is well maintained, with a few muddy or damp sections in winter and early spring, but still manageable in regular runners if you watch your footing. One small bridge has some broken planks, so take a second look before crossing. Expect a steep start for the first few minutes, then mostly gentle terrain that works well for kids, jogging, or training a new pup, and plan a side stop at nearby Jade Bay or Entrance Bay if you want that Cultus Lake view.