Chilliwack Hiking Trails &amp; Backcountry Routes

Bridal Veil Falls

Enjoy this 1.0-km loop trail near Cheam 1, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 27 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, running, and walking, 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

1 km

Elevation

+83m

Time

27 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Easy

Blue Heron Loop: Rotary Vedder River - Vedder North Dyke

Head out on this 6.0-km loop trail near Soowahlie 14, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 8 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

6 km

Elevation

+23m

Time

1 h 8 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly Wheelchair friendly Forest Lake River Views Wildflowers Wildlife Historic site Rails trails

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Lower Bridal Falls Viewpoint trail photo

Challenging

Lower Bridal Falls Viewpoint

Get to know this 8.4-km out-and-back trail near Bridall Falls, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 53 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and off-road driving, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are June through August.

Distance

8.4 km

Elevation

+693m

Time

3 h 53 min

Forest River Views Waterfall Wildlife

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Hard

Ford Mountain

Try this 4.2-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 22 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, off-road driving, 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

4.2 km

Elevation

+470m

Time

2 h 22 min

Forest Views Wildlife

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Trans Canada Trail: Tamihi Campground trail photo

Easy

Trans Canada Trail: Tamihi Campground

Discover this 4.5-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 13 min to complete. This is a popular trail for camping, hiking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are December through July.

Distance

4.5 km

Elevation

+115m

Time

1 h 13 min

Kid friendly Forest River Views Wildlife

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Easy

Weeden Park Trail

Experience this 2.4-km out-and-back trail near Chilliwack, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 46 min to complete. This trail is great for running and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are January through November.

Distance

2.4 km

Elevation

+105m

Time

46 min

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Bridlewood Trail

Check out this 2.6-km out-and-back trail near Chilliwack, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 56 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and snowshoeing, 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.6 km

Elevation

+147m

Time

56 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Gloria Trail and Elk Mountain Trail trail photo

Point to Point

Gloria Trail and Elk Mountain Trail

Get to know this 18.2-km point-to-point trail near Cheam 1, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are March through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

18.2 km

Elevation

+1,609m

Time

9 h 59 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Vedder Mountain via Vedder Mountain Forest Service Road trail photo

Challenging

Vedder Mountain via Vedder Mountain Forest Service Road

Check out this 17.7-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley Regional, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for hiking and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

17.7 km

Elevation

+852m

Time

2 h 45 min

No dogs Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Bowman and Nin Trail

Experience this 7.2-km loop trail near Cultus Lake South, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 45 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

7.2 km

Elevation

+429m

Time

2 h 45 min

Dog friendly Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Easy

Popkum Community Trail

Try this 1.6-km out-and-back trail near Bridall Falls, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 31 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

1.6 km

Elevation

+64m

Time

31 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Lake Views Wildlife

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Trans Canada Trail: Chilliwack River trail photo

Hard

Point to Point

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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Giant Douglas Fir Trail

Experience this 1.1-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley Regional, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 27 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 May.

Distance

1.1 km

Elevation

+77m

Time

27 min

Forest Lake Wildflowers

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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

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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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Mount Wittenberg via Flora Lake Trail trail photo

Mount Wittenberg via Flora Lake Trail

Proceed cautiously on this 24.0-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it takes an average of 10 h 29 min to complete and should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This trail is great for hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

24 km

Elevation

+1,787m

Time

10 h 29 min

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