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Maple Ridge Hiking Trails & Backcountry Routes

Explore the best hiking trails, mountain summits, and scenic nature paths in Maple Ridge, Metro Vancouver, British Columbia.

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UBC Malcolm Knapp Red Trail, A10, Blue Trail, and C Loop trail photo
Easy
Loop
Maple Ridge

UBC Malcolm Knapp Red Trail, A10, Blue Trail, and C Loop

Check out this 7.9-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 27 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, running, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are February through November. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance
7.9 km
Elevation
+303m
Time
2 h 27 min
No dogs Kid friendly Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife
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Loop Trail, Menzies Trail, and Alouette Valley Trail Loop trail photo
Easy
Loop
Maple Ridge

Loop Trail, Menzies Trail, and Alouette Valley Trail Loop

Check out this 7.1-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 46 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and walking, 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
7.1 km
Elevation
+151m
Time
1 h 46 min
Dog friendly Kid friendly Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife
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Hayward Lake Railway Trail trail photo
Easy
Out & Back
Maple Ridge

Hayward Lake Railway Trail

Try this 13.7-km out-and-back trail near Whonnock 1, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 55 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance
13.7 km
Elevation
+146m
Time
2 h 55 min
Dogs on leash Partially paved Beach Lake River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife Historic site
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Kanaka Creek trail photo
Easy
Loop
Maple Ridge

Kanaka Creek

Head out on this 2.3-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 44 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, 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
2.3 km
Elevation
+92m
Time
44 min
Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife
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Mike Lake Loop trail photo
Very Easy
Loop
Maple Ridge

Mike Lake Loop

Experience this 1.9-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 29 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, running, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are February through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance
1.9 km
Elevation
+43m
Time
29 min
Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Lake Views Wildflowers
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Gold Creek Lookout trail photo
Easy
Out & Back
Maple Ridge

Gold Creek Lookout

Enjoy this 7.7-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 14 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance
7.7 km
Elevation
+254m
Time
2 h 14 min
Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved Forest Lake River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife
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East Canyon Trail trail photo
Easy
Out & Back
Maple Ridge

East Canyon Trail

Explore this 8.7-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 19 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and road biking, 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
8.7 km
Elevation
+231m
Time
2 h 19 min
Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest River Views Waterfall Wildflowers
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Golden Ears Summit Trail trail photo
Very Hard
Out & Back
Maple Ridge

Golden Ears Summit Trail

Proceed cautiously on this 22.5-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it takes an average of 9 h 54 min to complete and should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This is a very popular area for birding, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are March through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance
22.5 km
Elevation
+1,697m
Time
9 h 54 min
Dogs on leash Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife
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Hector Ferguson Lake Trail trail photo
Hard
Out & Back
Maple Ridge

Hector Ferguson Lake Trail

Discover this 29.0-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 12 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, birding, and camping, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance
29 km
Elevation
+892m
Time
8 h 12 min
Dogs on leash Forest Lake River Views Wildflowers Wildlife
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Lookout Trail, Menzies Trail, and Loop Trail trail photo
Easy
Loop
Maple Ridge

Lookout Trail, Menzies Trail, and Loop Trail

Discover this 3.1-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 57 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance
3.1 km
Elevation
+115m
Time
57 min
Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife
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Alouette Mountain via Eric Dunning Trail trail photo
Hard
Out & Back
Maple Ridge

Alouette Mountain via Eric Dunning Trail

Get to know this 20.1-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, so you'll likely encounter 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
20.1 km
Elevation
+1,188m
Time
2 h 11 min
Dog friendly Forest Lake Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife
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Evans Peak Trail trail photo
Very Hard
Out & Back
Maple Ridge

Evans Peak Trail

Head out on this 8.9-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter 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
8.9 km
Elevation
+968m
Time
1 h 15 min
Dogs on leash Forest River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife
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East Canyon Trail to Lower Gold Creek Falls Loop trail photo
Easy
Loop
Maple Ridge

East Canyon Trail to Lower Gold Creek Falls Loop

Get to know this 5.8-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 36 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, cross-country skiing, and hiking, 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
5.8 km
Elevation
+165m
Time
1 h 36 min
Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved Beach Forest River Views Waterfall Wildflowers Wildlife
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Blue Mountain Trail trail photo
Challenging
Loop
Maple Ridge

Blue Mountain Trail

Explore this 16.1-km loop trail near Whonnock 1, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for birding and 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. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance
16.1 km
Elevation
+788m
Time
4 h 46 min
Dog friendly Forest Lake River Views Wildflowers Wildlife
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Alouette Lake Trail trail photo
Easy
Out & Back
Maple Ridge

Alouette Lake Trail

Discover this 15.3-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 36 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 best times to visit this trail are January through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance
15.3 km
Elevation
+262m
Time
3 h 36 min
Dogs on leash Kid friendly Beach Forest Lake River Views Wildflowers Wildlife
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Alouette Lake Paddle trail photo
Very Easy
Loop
Maple Ridge

Alouette Lake Paddle

Discover this 11.4-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route. This trail is great for paddle sports, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance
11.4 km
Elevation
+0m
Time
2 h 20 min
Kid friendly Forest Lake Views
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Menzies Trail to West Canyon trail photo
Easy
Point to Point
Maple Ridge

Menzies Trail to West Canyon

Try this 7.9-km point-to-point trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 2 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 best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance
7.9 km
Elevation
+183m
Time
2 h 2 min
Dogs on leash Kid friendly Beach Forest Lake River Views Wildflowers
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UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest Red Trail trail photo
Very Easy
Loop
Maple Ridge

UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest Red Trail

Check out this 1.8-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 28 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are February through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance
1.8 km
Elevation
+46m
Time
28 min
No dogs Kid friendly Forest Views
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