Mainland / Southwest Hiking Trails

Moderate

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Deeks Bluff via Howe Sound Crest Trail

Head out on this 7.7-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 59 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are July through August.

Distance

7.7 km

Elevation

+460m

Time

2 h 59 min

Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

View Guide

Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Diamond and Sea to Sky Trail Loop

Discover this 3.2-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 4 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

3.2 km

Elevation

+143m

Time

1 h 4 min

Dogs on leash Forest Wildlife

View Guide

Moderate

Loop

Maple Ridge

Skidder and PBR Loop

Explore this 12.2-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 54 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 April through May. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

12.2 km

Elevation

+502m

Time

3 h 54 min

Dog friendly Forest Views Wildlife

View Guide

Very Hard

Out & Back

Chilliwack

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

Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

View Guide

Very Easy

Out & Back

West Vancouver

West Vancouver Seaview Walk

Discover this 4.2-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 49 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 October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

4.2 km

Elevation

+24m

Time

49 min

Dog friendly Kid friendly Stroller friendly Wheelchair friendly Partially paved Views

View Guide

Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Bottle Top and Greenland MTB Loop via Hyannis Trail

Head out on this 4.7-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 25 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, mountain 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

4.7 km

Elevation

+172m

Time

1 h 25 min

Dogs on leash Forest River Wildlife

View Guide

Easy

Loop

Langley

Lyns Lane Loop

Get to know this 3.7-km loop trail near Mcmillan Island 6, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 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. The best times to visit this trail are February through October.

Distance

3.7 km

Elevation

+126m

Time

1 h 5 min

Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

View Guide

Easy

Loop

Halfmoon Bay

Deliverance, Millipede, and Cabin Fever Loop

Try this 9.2-km loop trail near Sunshine Coast B, 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 mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

9.2 km

Elevation

+325m

Time

2 h 45 min

Dog friendly Forest Wildlife

View Guide

Very Hard

Point to Point

Halfmoon Bay

Suncoaster Bike Trail

Check out this 37.5-km point-to-point trail near Sunshine Coast B, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 9 h 52 min to complete. This is a popular trail for camping, hiking, and horseback riding, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

37.5 km

Elevation

+904m

Time

9 h 52 min

Dog friendly Forest Lake Views Wildlife

View Guide

Easy

Out & Back

earls Cove

Klein Lake

Head out on this 8.7-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Coast B, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 21 min to complete. 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 July through August.

Distance

8.7 km

Elevation

+236m

Time

2 h 21 min

Forest Lake Views

View Guide

Easy

Loop

Earls Cove

Klein Lake and North Lake MTB Loop

Discover this 10.1-km loop trail near Egmont, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This trail is great for mountain biking and bike touring, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

10.1 km

Elevation

+284m

Time

6 h 33 min

Forest Lake Views

View Guide

Hard

Out & Back

Pender Harbour

Mount Hallowell

Head out on this 15.8-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Coast B, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 33 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

15.8 km

Elevation

+1,080m

Time

6 h 33 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildlife

View Guide

Very Easy

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Cates Park

Check out this 3.7-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 49 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, mountain 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

3.7 km

Elevation

+48m

Time

49 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly Wheelchair friendly Beach Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife Historic site

View Guide

Easy

Loop

Harrison Hot Springs

Miami Bridges Walk

Experience this 1.1-km loop trail near Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 20 min to complete. This trail is great for walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are February through October.

Distance

1.1 km

Elevation

+41m

Time

20 min

Kid friendly Forest Views

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Challenging

Loop

Mission

Dewdney Grind and Norrish FSR Loop

Check out this 9.8-km loop trail near Fraser Valley G, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 56 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

9.8 km

Elevation

+637m

Time

3 h 56 min

Dog friendly Forest

View Guide

Very Hard

Out & Back

Chilliwack

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

View Guide

Easy

Loop

Squamish

Half Nelson via Ring Creek

Enjoy this 5.6-km loop trail near Squamish, 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 April through September.

Distance

5.6 km

Elevation

+228m

Time

4 h 56 min

Forest Views

View Guide

Easy

Loop

Squamish

Upper Half Nelson and Full Nelson via Ring Creek

Get to know this 6.8-km loop trail near Squamish, 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 April through September.

Distance

6.8 km

Elevation

+282m

Time

4 h 56 min

Forest Views Wildlife

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