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North Vancouver

Flint and Feather Trail

Head out on this 3.4-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 16 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 May through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

3.4 km

Elevation

+770m

Time

3 h 16 min

No dogs Forest Views

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Moderate

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Gibsons

Mount Elphinstone via Dakota Creek

Try this 15.3-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Coast F, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 49 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.

Distance

15.3 km

Elevation

+610m

Time

4 h 49 min

Forest Views Wildlife

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Easy

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Coquitlam

Old Buntzen Lake Trail (McCombe Lake)

Head out on this 3.1-km out-and-back trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 53 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, running, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

3.1 km

Elevation

+98m

Time

53 min

Kid friendly Beach Forest Lake Views

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Challenging

Loop

North Vancouver

Old BCMC Trail Loop

Enjoy this 5.5-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 35 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. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

5.5 km

Elevation

+463m

Time

2 h 35 min

No dogs Forest Views Wildlife

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Hard

Loop

North Vancouver

3 Summit Loop

Proceed cautiously on this 24.8-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 56 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. The best times to visit this trail are June through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

24.8 km

Elevation

+1,304m

Time

8 h 56 min

No dogs Forest Lake River Views Waterfall Wildlife

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Easy

Loop

Coquitlam

Admiralty Point Trail Loop

Check out this 9.7-km loop trail near Belcarra, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 30 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, mountain biking, and paddle sports, 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

9.7 km

Elevation

+230m

Time

2 h 30 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Beach Forest Views

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Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Pauline's Rock Loop

Check out this 2.9-km loop trail near Burrard Inlet 3, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 2 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, snowshoeing, and walking, 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+150m

Time

1 h 2 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Hard

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Harrison Hot Springs

Bear Mountain

Explore this 18.2-km out-and-back trail near Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 8 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

18.2 km

Elevation

+1,129m

Time

7 h 8 min

Dogs on leash Forest Lake Views Waterfall Wildlife

View Guide

Moderate

Loop

Mission

Marv, Bigguns and the Cherry Tomato

Enjoy this 6.8-km loop trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 17 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

6.8 km

Elevation

+316m

Time

2 h 17 min

Forest Views

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Moderate

Loop

Mission

Red Mountain

Discover this 9.2-km loop trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 52 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

9.2 km

Elevation

+357m

Time

2 h 52 min

Dogs on leash Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife

View Guide

Moderate

Loop

Mission

Arduum and Mastadon Loop

Discover this 5.3-km loop trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 5 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

Distance

5.3 km

Elevation

+330m

Time

2 h 5 min

Forest Views

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Moderate

Loop

Mission

Hayward Lake

Check out this 17.4-km loop trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 17 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 April through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

17.4 km

Elevation

+352m

Time

4 h 17 min

Dogs on leash Beach Forest Lake Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife Historic site City walk

View Guide

Easy

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Vancouver

Creekside Park to English Bay

Get to know this 11.6-km out-and-back trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 19 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 best times to visit this trail are January through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

11.6 km

Elevation

+79m

Time

2 h 19 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly Wheelchair friendly Paved Beach Forest Views Wildflowers Historic site City walk

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Easy

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Vancouver

Fraser Foreshore Park Trail

Get to know this 14.0-km out-and-back trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 39 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, road biking, and running, 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

14 km

Elevation

+54m

Time

2 h 39 min

Dogs on leash Partially paved Beach River Views Wildflowers Wildlife Historic site Rails trails

View Guide

Very Easy

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Harrison Hot Springs

Deer Lake

Try this 2.1-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley B, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 33 min to complete. This trail is great for camping and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through October.

Distance

2.1 km

Elevation

+54m

Time

33 min

Kid friendly Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife

View Guide

Easy

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Manning Park

Three Falls Trail

Explore this 9.3-km out-and-back trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 39 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, 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

9.3 km

Elevation

+289m

Time

2 h 39 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

View Guide

Moderate

Point to Point

Sunshine Valley

Skagit River Trail

Discover this 14.5-km point-to-point trail near Sunshine Valley, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 57 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and fishing, 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

14.5 km

Elevation

+365m

Time

3 h 57 min

Dogs on leash Forest River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife Historic site

View Guide

Easy

Loop

West Vancouver

Whytecliff Park Panorama Ridge Trails

Experience this 1.1-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This trail is great for running and walking, 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

1.1 km

Elevation

+54m

Time

1 h 50 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Beach Forest Views

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