Mainland / Southwest Hiking Trails

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Whistler

Castle Towers

Proceed cautiously on this 34.4-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This trail is great for camping and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

34.4 km

Elevation

+2,739m

Time

3 h 40 min

No dogs Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Maple Ridge

Alouette Mountain via West Canyon trail

Enjoy this 9.3-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.

Distance

9.3 km

Elevation

+1,181m

Time

3 h 40 min

Forest Lake Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

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Challenging

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Harrison Hot Springs

Mount Woodside Hang Gliding Launch

Head out on this 9.0-km out-and-back trail near Harrison Mills, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 40 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

9 km

Elevation

+596m

Time

3 h 40 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Moderate

Loop

Vancouver

Second Narrows and Lions Gate (Road Cycling)

Head out on this 25.9-km loop trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 36 min to complete. This is a popular trail for road biking, 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.

Distance

25.9 km

Elevation

+300m

Time

5 h 36 min

Paved Beach Forest River Views Waterfall Historic site Rails trails City walk

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Easy

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Abbotsford

The Lost Oakley

Try this 2.9-km out-and-back trail near Upper Sumas 6, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 4 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+157m

Time

1 h 4 min

Dog friendly Forest River Views

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Moderate

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Abbotsford

Long Way Home

Experience this 9.3-km out-and-back trail near Abbotsford, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 13 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are March through October.

Distance

9.3 km

Elevation

+458m

Time

3 h 13 min

Forest Views

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Challenging

Loop

Coquitlam

Academy, Eagle Bluff, Halvor Lunden Trail

Explore this 6.6-km loop trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 11 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 September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

6.6 km

Elevation

+579m

Time

3 h 11 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Easy

Loop

Bowen Island

Higher Grafton Lake Loop

Get to know this 3.1-km loop trail near Bowen Island, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 53 min to complete. 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 May through August.

Distance

3.1 km

Elevation

+99m

Time

53 min

Lake Views

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Challenging

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Coquitlam

South Slope Trail

Try this 13.8-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 9 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

13.8 km

Elevation

+781m

Time

5 h 9 min

Dogs on leash Forest Lake River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife

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Moderate

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North Vancouver

Baden Powell Trail via Hyannis to Mount Seymour

Get to know this 8.5-km out-and-back trail near Maplewood, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 56 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

8.5 km

Elevation

+411m

Time

2 h 56 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Moderate

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West Vancouver

Tunnel Bluffs from Lions Bay

Explore this 11.3-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 50 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

Distance

11.3 km

Elevation

+533m

Time

3 h 50 min

Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Moderate

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Coquitlam

Cypress Lake Trail

Try this 8.0-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, 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

8 km

Elevation

+470m

Time

2 h 29 min

Dog friendly Kid friendly Forest Lake River Wildflowers Wildlife

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Moderate

Loop

Coquitlam

Sugar Mountain Loop

Explore this 6.8-km loop trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 29 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking 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

6.8 km

Elevation

+371m

Time

2 h 29 min

Dogs on leash Beach Forest Lake Views

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Moderate

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Mission

Matsqui Lookout

Check out this 5.0-km out-and-back trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 51 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking 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 and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

5 km

Elevation

+275m

Time

1 h 51 min

Dog friendly Kid friendly Forest River Views Wildlife

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Moderate

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North Vancouver

Mosquito Creek Cascades

Check out this 1.8-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 47 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

1.8 km

Elevation

+135m

Time

47 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Wildlife

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Moderate

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North Vancouver

Deep Cove Lookout via Old Buck Trail

Check out this 8.4-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 46 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8.4 km

Elevation

+374m

Time

2 h 46 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Views Wildlife

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Very Easy

Loop

Vancouver

Trout Lake Loop

Try this 1.3-km loop trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 15 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

1.3 km

Elevation

+5m

Time

15 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly Partially paved Beach Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Easy

Loop

Halfmoon Bay

Triangle Lake Loop

Enjoy this 3.7-km loop trail near Halfmoon Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 1 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, 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

3.7 km

Elevation

+112m

Time

1 h 1 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Lake Views Wildlife

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