North Vancouver Hiking Trails &amp; Backcountry Routes

Baden Powell Trail: Seymour Canyon to Lynn Canyon

Experience this 10.3-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 32 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

10.3 km

Elevation

+491m

Time

3 h 32 min

Dogs on leash Forest River Waterfall Wildlife

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Lynn Canyon via Baden Powell and Sea to Sky Trail trail photo

Point to Point

Lynn Canyon via Baden Powell and Sea to Sky Trail

Enjoy this 8.5-km point-to-point trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 16 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

8.5 km

Elevation

+124m

Time

2 h 16 min

Dogs on leash Beach Forest River Views Waterfall Wildlife

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Seymour Dam via Fisherman's Trail and Spur 4 trail photo

Hard

Seymour Dam via Fisherman's Trail and Spur 4

Explore this 33.6-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for 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. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

33.6 km

Elevation

+605m

Time

42 min

No dogs Kid friendly Forest Lake River Views Wildlife

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Very Easy

Hastings Creek Trail

Bummer, this trail is closed. We'll update this page if and when it reopens.

Distance

2.6 km

Elevation

+68m

Time

42 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Wildflowers Wildlife

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Seymour Canyon Loop

Experience this 7.4-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 1 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, 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

7.4 km

Elevation

+203m

Time

2 h 1 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Cave Forest River Views Wildlife Historic site

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Moderate

De Pencier Bluff and Mystery Lake Loop

Head out on this 4.7-km loop trail near Woodlands, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 47 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 May through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.7 km

Elevation

+275m

Time

1 h 47 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Boundary and Old Buck Trail Loop

Experience this 5.5-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 45 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

5.5 km

Elevation

+226m

Time

1 h 45 min

Dogs on leash Forest Wildlife

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Mount Fromme via Grouse Mountain Highway trail photo

Challenging

Mount Fromme via Grouse Mountain Highway

Proceed cautiously on this 18.0-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

18 km

Elevation

+847m

Time

3 h 51 min

Dogs on leash Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Grouse Mountain via Larsen Trail and BCMC Trail trail photo

Expert

Grouse Mountain via Larsen Trail and BCMC Trail

Enjoy this 5.8-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 51 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 May through November. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

5.8 km

Elevation

+810m

Time

3 h 51 min

No dogs Forest Views

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Lynn Canyon Loop via Baden Powell Trail

Get to know this 5.6-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 48 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

5.6 km

Elevation

+223m

Time

1 h 48 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest River Waterfall Wildlife

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Expert

Point to Point

Skyline and Simic Trail

Head out on this 2.9-km point-to-point trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 48 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

2.9 km

Elevation

+736m

Time

1 h 48 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildlife

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Expert

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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Challenging

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

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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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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Harbourview Park Lookout via Sea to Sky Trail trail photo

Very Easy

Harbourview Park Lookout via Sea to Sky Trail

Check out this 4.2-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 47 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

4.2 km

Elevation

+14m

Time

47 min

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

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Baden Powell Trail: Deep Cove to Mount Seymour Rd trail photo

Moderate