Multi-Day Backpacking Trails in British Columbia

Hard

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West Vancouver

Yew Lake Trail - Bowen Lookout Trail - Howe Sound Crest Trail

Head out on this 18.0-km out-and-back trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 38 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 July through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

18 km

Elevation

+1,273m

Time

7 h 38 min

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Hard

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Chilliwack

Radium Lake

Discover this 16.9-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 June through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

16.9 km

Elevation

+1,084m

Time

1 h 12 min

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Expert

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Chilliwack

Flora Lake Trail

Get to know this 16.3-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and fishing, 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

16.3 km

Elevation

+1,709m

Time

1 h 38 min

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Challenging

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Squamish

Red Heather Meadows to Elfin Lakes

Discover this 20.3-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 24 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and cross-country skiing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. 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

20.3 km

Elevation

+812m

Time

6 h 24 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Hard

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Manning Park

Lone Goat Mountain from Gibson Pass

Check out this 21.7-km out-and-back trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 55 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 July through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

21.7 km

Elevation

+1,168m

Time

7 h 55 min

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Pitt Meadows

Widgeon Lake Trail

Enjoy this 27.7-km out-and-back trail near Pitt Meadows, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 June through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

27.7 km

Elevation

+922m

Time

2 h 45 min

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Very Hard

Loop

Squamish

The Black Tusk

Discover this 25.9-km loop trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. 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

25.9 km

Elevation

+1,761m

Time

11 h 30 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Whistler

Garibaldi Lake Campground via Helm Creek Trail

Experience this 34.1-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 11 h 30 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 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

34.1 km

Elevation

+1,574m

Time

11 h 30 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Very Hard

Loop

Manning Park

Frosty Mountain Loop

Discover this 27.2-km loop trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, 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

27.2 km

Elevation

+1,468m

Time

6 h 18 min

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Hard

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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

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Chilliwack

Mount MacFarlane

Experience this 17.1-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 July through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

17.1 km

Elevation

+1,804m

Time

1 h 11 min

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Challenging

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Squamish

Garibaldi Lake

Experience this 18.2-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 36 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, birding, and camping, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. 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

18.2 km

Elevation

+979m

Time

6 h 36 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Squamish

Panorama Ridge

Experience this 28.3-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking, birding, and camping, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. 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

28.3 km

Elevation

+1,610m

Time

35 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Hard

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North Vancouver

Elsay Lake

Check out this 17.5-km out-and-back trail near Woodlands, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and fishing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

17.5 km

Elevation

+1,116m

Time

2 h 34 min

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Very Hard

Out & Back

West Vancouver

The West Lion via Howe Sound Crest Trail

Explore this 18.2-km out-and-back trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

18.2 km

Elevation

+1,408m

Time

1 h 33 min

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Easy

Out & Back

Pitt Meadows

Widgeon Falls Paddle Route and Hike

Enjoy this 15.3-km out-and-back trail near Pitt Meadows, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 15 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

15.3 km

Elevation

+161m

Time

3 h 15 min

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Challenging

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Squamish

Watersprite Lake (Summer Route)

Discover this 16.9-km out-and-back trail near Seaichem 16, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

16.9 km

Elevation

+704m

Time

1 h 34 min

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Expert

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Manning Park

Mowich Campground via Skyline I Trail

Try this 33.3-km out-and-back trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 12 h 25 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, birding, and camping, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are June through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

33.3 km

Elevation

+1,875m

Time

12 h 25 min

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