Metro Vancouver Hiking Trails

Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Cleveland Dam and Second Canyon Viewpoint Loop

Check out this 3.5-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 15 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

3.5 km

Elevation

+179m

Time

1 h 15 min

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Moderate

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Evans Valley Trail

Head out on this 8.4-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8.4 km

Elevation

+482m

Time

2 h 42 min

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Challenging

Loop

Coquitlam

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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Easy

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Mike Lake Trail via Main Horse Corral

Get to know this 10.3-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 1 min to complete. 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 January through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

10.3 km

Elevation

+345m

Time

3 h 1 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Hard

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

South Evans Peak Trail

Try this 15.4-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

15.4 km

Elevation

+1,076m

Time

1 h 18 min

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Easy

Loop

Maple Ridge

Horse Trail Loops

Experience this 3.7-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 11 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are February through October.

Distance

3.7 km

Elevation

+153m

Time

1 h 11 min

Kid friendly Forest Wildlife

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Moderate

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

West Canyon and Evan's Creek Trail

Explore this 6.9-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 21 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

6.9 km

Elevation

+326m

Time

2 h 21 min

Dogs on leash Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Alouette Mountain via West Canyon, Evan's Creek, and Fly's Gully

Discover this 10.8-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for birding and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

Distance

10.8 km

Elevation

+1,175m

Time

6 h 11 min

Forest River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Challenging

Out & Back

White Rock

Mud Bay Boundary Dyke Trail

Head out on this 33.8-km out-and-back trail near White Rock, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 6 h 11 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

33.8 km

Elevation

+71m

Time

6 h 11 min

Dogs on leash Kid friendly River Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Easy

Loop

Surrey

Godwin Farm Loop

Check out this 1.3-km loop trail near Surrey, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 16 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding and walking, 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

1.3 km

Elevation

+12m

Time

16 min

No dogs Kid friendly Forest Lake Wildflowers Wildlife

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Moderate

Out & Back

Pitt Meadows

Goose Lake Trail

Check out this 3.1-km out-and-back trail near Pitt Meadows, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 11 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 October.

Distance

3.1 km

Elevation

+186m

Time

1 h 11 min

Forest Lake Wildlife

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Easy

Loop

Vancouver

Pacific Spirit North and South Loop

Check out this 16.1-km loop trail near Greater Vancouver A, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 32 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, running, and walking, 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

16.1 km

Elevation

+203m

Time

3 h 32 min

Dogs on leash Beach Forest Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Easy

Loop

Burnaby

Terry Fox Route

Enjoy this 5.0-km loop trail near Burnaby, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 0 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.

Distance

5 km

Elevation

+36m

Time

1 h 0 min

Kid friendly Partially paved Forest Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Easy

Loop

Burnaby

George Derby Loop

Explore this 2.4-km loop trail near Burnaby, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 39 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through May.

Distance

2.4 km

Elevation

+64m

Time

39 min

Kid friendly Forest Wildflowers Wildlife

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Hard

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Alouette Mountain Trail via Menzies and Alouette Trail

Explore this 20.3-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 48 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, birding, and camping, 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

20.3 km

Elevation

+1,207m

Time

7 h 48 min

Dogs on leash Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Bowen Lookout - Yew Lake - Black Mountain

Discover this 9.0-km loop trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 25 min to complete. 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. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

9 km

Elevation

+524m

Time

3 h 25 min

No dogs Kid friendly Lake Views Wildflowers Wildlife

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Very Easy

Loop

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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Moderate

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Brothers Creek Trail

Try this 6.3-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 36 min to complete. 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 May through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

6.3 km

Elevation

+431m

Time

2 h 36 min

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