Coquitlam Hiking Trails &amp; Backcountry Routes

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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Mundy Lake and Nature Interpretive Trail Loop

Get to know this 2.4-km loop trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 30 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 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

2.4 km

Elevation

+21m

Time

30 min

No dogs Kid friendly Stroller friendly Forest Lake Wildflowers Wildlife

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Challenging

Diez Vistas and Buntzen Lake Forest Loop

Explore this 17.4-km loop trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 18 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, 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

17.4 km

Elevation

+929m

Time

6 h 18 min

Dogs on leash Forest Lake Views Wildlife

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Port Coquitlam

Blakeburn Lagoons Park

Check out this 2.1-km loop trail near Port Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 23 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, road biking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are May through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.1 km

Elevation

+4m

Time

23 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly Wheelchair friendly Lake Views Wildlife

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Eagle Bluffs via Coquitlam Crunch Trail, Academy Trail trail photo

Point to Point

Eagle Bluffs via Coquitlam Crunch Trail, Academy Trail

Experience this 9.2-km point-to-point trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 2 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 March through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

9.2 km

Elevation

+458m

Time

3 h 2 min

Dogs on leash Partially paved Views

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Bullet Dodger via Coquitlam River Trail trail photo

Bullet Dodger via Coquitlam River Trail

Try this 8.9-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 53 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, snowshoeing, 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

8.9 km

Elevation

+379m

Time

2 h 53 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Lake River Wildflowers Wildlife

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Easy

Port Coquitlam

Quarry Road

Discover this 9.3-km out-and-back trail near Port Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 30 min to complete. This trail is great for mountain biking, road 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

9.3 km

Elevation

+245m

Time

2 h 30 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife Historic site

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Addington Lookout via Fern Trail trail photo

Easy

Addington Lookout via Fern Trail

Enjoy this 2.9-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 52 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are February through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+102m

Time

52 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Lake Views Wildlife

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Coquitlam River Trail - Bullet Dodger - Woodland Walk - Lower Vic's trail photo

Coquitlam River Trail - Bullet Dodger - Woodland Walk - Lower Vic's

Try this 11.7-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 16 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, snowshoeing, 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

11.7 km

Elevation

+630m

Time

4 h 16 min

Dogs on leash Forest River Views Wildlife

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Belcarra Lookout

Head out on this 5.1-km out-and-back trail near Belcarra, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 0 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

5.1 km

Elevation

+313m

Time

2 h 0 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Views Wildlife

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Riverview Forest Trails

Enjoy this 1.8-km loop trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 26 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 best times to visit this trail are July through October.

Distance

1.8 km

Elevation

+33m

Time

26 min

Kid friendly Forest Wildlife

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Eagle Bluffs Trail

Explore this 6.9-km out-and-back trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 36 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

6.9 km

Elevation

+397m

Time

2 h 36 min

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

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Energy Trail via Lake Loop

Enjoy this 1.9-km loop trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 28 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, 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

1.9 km

Elevation

+36m

Time

28 min

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

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Easy

Hoy Creek Trail

Explore this 8.2-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 1 min to complete. 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

8.2 km

Elevation

+162m

Time

2 h 1 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly City walk

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Port Coquitlam

Gates Park Loop via PoCo Trail

Head out on this 3.4-km loop trail near Port Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 38 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 best times to visit this trail are April through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.4 km

Elevation

+10m

Time

38 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Expert

Widgeon Peak

Proceed cautiously on this 10.5-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. 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 August through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

10.5 km

Elevation

+1,401m

Time

37 min

No dogs Forest Views Wildlife

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Hard