Metro Vancouver Hiking Trails

Very Hard

Out & Back

North Vancouver

South Needle

Try this 14.8-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 May through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

14.8 km

Elevation

+1,398m

Time

2 h 21 min

No dogs Forest River Views Wildlife

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Easy

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West Vancouver

Kloochman Park Overlook Trail

Enjoy this 1.0-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 20 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

Distance

1 km

Elevation

+43m

Time

20 min

Beach Views Wildlife

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Challenging

Loop

West Vancouver

Mount Strachan Loop

Get to know this 6.8-km loop trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for hiking and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

6.8 km

Elevation

+568m

Time

6 h 18 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife Historic site

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Easy

Loop

Burnaby

Pipeline and Sidewinder Loop

Enjoy this 5.0-km loop trail near Burnaby, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 38 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, mountain biking, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are February through October.

Distance

5 km

Elevation

+215m

Time

1 h 38 min

Forest River Views

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Very Easy

Loop

Burnaby

Trail of Hope

Get to know this 2.3-km loop trail near Burnaby, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 27 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.

Distance

2.3 km

Elevation

+17m

Time

27 min

Kid friendly Stroller friendly Wheelchair friendly Partially paved Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife Historic site

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Hard

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Unnecessary Mountain

Experience this 15.0-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through October.

Distance

15 km

Elevation

+1,122m

Time

5 h 16 min

Forest Views Wildlife

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Very Easy

Loop

Delta

Watershed Park Loop

Check out this 6.8-km loop trail near Delta, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 33 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 October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

6.8 km

Elevation

+104m

Time

1 h 33 min

Dogs on leash Forest Historic site

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Very Easy

Loop

White Rock

Chickadee Loop Extended

Explore this 4.8-km loop trail near White Rock, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 3 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 February through October.

Distance

4.8 km

Elevation

+58m

Time

1 h 3 min

Kid friendly Stroller friendly Wheelchair friendly Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Easy

Loop

White Rock

Chickadee Interpretive Loop

Experience this 2.9-km loop trail near White Rock, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 38 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, 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 October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+36m

Time

38 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Wildflowers Wildlife

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Easy

Loop

Maple Ridge

Thornhill Loop

Try this 10.5-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 5 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, 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

10.5 km

Elevation

+355m

Time

3 h 5 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Easy

Loop

Bowen Island

Headwaters Park to Quarry Park Loop

Enjoy this 2.9-km loop trail near Bowen Island, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 41 min to complete. This is a popular trail for running and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+52m

Time

41 min

Forest Views

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Hard

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North Vancouver

Mount Fromme via Cascades Trail

Check out this 10.6-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 58 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 October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

10.6 km

Elevation

+887m

Time

4 h 58 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildlife

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Moderate

Loop

North Vancouver

Little Goat Mountain and Dam Mountain Loop

Explore this 5.6-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 2 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

5.6 km

Elevation

+298m

Time

2 h 2 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildlife

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Very Hard

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Brunswick Lake via Howe Sound Crest Trail

Discover this 17.9-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 July through October.

Distance

17.9 km

Elevation

+1,686m

Time

3 h 34 min

Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Moderate

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Alder Flats via West Canyon Trail

Experience this 11.4-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 34 min to complete. This is a very popular area for camping, hiking, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through November. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

11.4 km

Elevation

+445m

Time

3 h 34 min

Dog friendly Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Expert

Loop

North Vancouver

Skyline Trail Loop

Get to know this 3.5-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 21 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 April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.5 km

Elevation

+498m

Time

2 h 21 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildlife Historic site

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Hard

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Tangled Summit via Halvor Lunden Trail

Get to know this 13.7-km out-and-back trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 17 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 August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

13.7 km

Elevation

+1,108m

Time

6 h 17 min

Dogs on leash Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Cedar Mill and Headwaters Trail Loop

Get to know this 8.5-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 8 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

8.5 km

Elevation

+182m

Time

2 h 8 min

Dogs on leash Forest River Views Wildlife

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