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Squamish

Mamquam Lake Trail

Get to know this 41.4-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 13 h 50 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

41.4 km

Elevation

+1,875m

Time

13 h 50 min

No dogs Forest Lake River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

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Easy

Loop

Coquitlam

Swan Falls Trail

Bummer, this trail is closed. We'll update this page if and when it reopens.

Distance

9.2 km

Elevation

+323m

Time

2 h 44 min

Beach Forest Lake River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Easy

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Cleveland Dam and Capilano Lake Lookout

Head out on this 2.6-km out-and-back trail near Capilano 5, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 42 min to complete. This is a very popular area for running and walking, 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

2.6 km

Elevation

+70m

Time

42 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly Forest Lake River Views Wildlife

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Challenging

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Baden Powell Trail: Cleveland Dam to First Lake

Try this 15.0-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 39 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are February through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

15 km

Elevation

+862m

Time

5 h 39 min

Dogs on leash Forest Lake River Views Waterfall

View Guide

Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Crossover - Brothers Creek - Lost Lake - Baden-Powell

Explore this 7.9-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 57 min to complete. 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

7.9 km

Elevation

+448m

Time

2 h 57 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Lake Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife Historic site

View Guide

Very Easy

Point to Point

West Vancouver

Fifth Horseman Trail

Enjoy this 3.9-km point-to-point trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

Distance

3.9 km

Elevation

+39m

Time

1 h 32 min

Forest Views

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

BLT MTB Loop

Try this 5.3-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through November.

Distance

5.3 km

Elevation

+326m

Time

1 h 32 min

Forest Views

View Guide

Easy

Loop

West Vancouver

Blind Skier - SGS - Antagonizer

Explore this 4.5-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 32 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through November.

Distance

4.5 km

Elevation

+211m

Time

1 h 32 min

Forest Views

View Guide

Very Easy

Point to Point

West Vancouver

Pre-Reaper - Reaper - Firehose - Family Guy

Explore this 4.3-km point-to-point trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are July through September.

Distance

4.3 km

Elevation

+55m

Time

3 h 54 min

Forest Views Wildlife

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Moderate

Loop

Squamish

Red Heather Meadows

Check out this 11.4-km loop trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 54 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

11.4 km

Elevation

+541m

Time

3 h 54 min

No dogs Forest Lake Views Waterfall Wildlife

View Guide

Moderate

Out & Back

Agassiz

Agassiz Green Grind

Get to know this 3.7-km out-and-back trail near Kent, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 36 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 February through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.7 km

Elevation

+274m

Time

1 h 36 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

View Guide

Easy

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Hayes Trail to Kanaka Creek

Enjoy this 3.7-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 13 min to complete. 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 February through August.

Distance

3.7 km

Elevation

+164m

Time

1 h 13 min

Forest River Views Wildlife

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Challenging

Out & Back

Hope

Iago Peak

Explore this 12.1-km out-and-back trail near Hope, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 27 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, hiking, and snowshoeing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are November through March.

Distance

12.1 km

Elevation

+665m

Time

4 h 27 min

Forest Views Wildlife

View Guide

Very Hard

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Mount Mercer

Enjoy this 14.8-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for backpacking, hiking, 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. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

14.8 km

Elevation

+1,322m

Time

3 h 45 min

Dog friendly Forest Views Wildlife

View Guide

Moderate

Out & Back

Port Moody

Cypress Lake via The Wall and Lungbuster

Discover this 10.9-km out-and-back trail near Port Moody, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 45 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, mountain biking, 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.

Distance

10.9 km

Elevation

+521m

Time

3 h 45 min

Forest Lake River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Challenging

Loop

Coquitlam

Eagle Mountain and Cypress Lake

Try this 18.5-km loop trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 17 min to complete. 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

18.5 km

Elevation

+866m

Time

6 h 17 min

Dogs on leash Forest Lake River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

Maple Ridge

Malcolm Knapp Red and Yellow Loop Trail

Try this 4.3-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 3 min to complete. 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 February through July. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

4.3 km

Elevation

+82m

Time

1 h 3 min

No dogs Forest Views Wildlife

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Very Easy

Loop

Surrey

Huckleberry Trail - Cedar Trail - Salal Trail - Douglas Fir Trail

Try this 2.7-km loop trail near Surrey, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 32 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.7 km

Elevation

+13m

Time

32 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Lake Views Wildlife

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