Beach & Coastal Trails in British Columbia

Very Easy

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Centennial Seawalk

Get to know this 4.8-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, 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, mountain biking, and road 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

4.8 km

Elevation

+43m

Time

1 h 0 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Goldie and Flower Lake Loop via Perimeter Trail

Experience this 5.6-km loop trail near Woodlands, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 48 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 May through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

5.6 km

Elevation

+229m

Time

1 h 48 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Beach

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Very Easy

Loop

Vancouver

Stanley Park Inner Loop

Get to know this 7.9-km loop trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 45 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, road biking, 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

7.9 km

Elevation

+103m

Time

1 h 45 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Very Easy

Loop

Surrey

Spirea Loop Trail

Explore this 2.7-km loop trail near Barnston Island, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 32 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, running, 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

2.7 km

Elevation

+14m

Time

32 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Very Hard

Loop

Squamish

Echo Lake Trail

Check out this 8.4-km loop trail near Squamish, 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.

Distance

8.4 km

Elevation

+899m

Time

2 h 55 min

Beach Forest Lake

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Hard

Out & Back

Manning Park

Frosty Mountain Trail

Head out on this 20.9-km out-and-back trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 59 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 May through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

20.9 km

Elevation

+1,231m

Time

7 h 59 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Beach Forest

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Easy

Point to Point

Langley

Golden Ears Bridge to Fort Langley Trail

Experience this 12.9-km point-to-point trail near Langley, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 31 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 best times to visit this trail are January through October.

Distance

12.9 km

Elevation

+73m

Time

2 h 31 min

Forest River Views

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Moderate

Out & Back

Delta

Tsawassen Beach Trail

Try this 0.3-km out-and-back trail near Tsawwassen, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 10 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 March through October.

Distance

0.3 km

Elevation

+25m

Time

10 min

Kid friendly Beach Forest

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Vancouver

Vancouver Sea Wall: False Creek (Downtown Side)

Head out on this 7.9-km out-and-back trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 37 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, mountain biking, and paddle sports, 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

7.9 km

Elevation

+65m

Time

1 h 37 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Very Easy

Loop

Burnaby

Deer Lake South Loop via Second Beach Trail

Get to know this 4.7-km loop trail near Burnaby, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 8 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 December through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.7 km

Elevation

+87m

Time

1 h 8 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Surrey

1001 Steps Trail

Check out this 0.6-km out-and-back trail near Surrey, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 13 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

0.6 km

Elevation

+20m

Time

13 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Surrey

Christopherson Steps

Enjoy this 0.3-km out-and-back trail near Surrey, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 6 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 best times to visit this trail are February through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

0.3 km

Elevation

+8m

Time

6 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

View Guide

Easy

Point to Point

North Vancouver

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 Dogs on leash Beach Forest

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

Vancouver

Prospect Point via Bridle Path and Lovers Walk

Explore this 6.6-km loop trail near Granville Island, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 33 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

6.6 km

Elevation

+112m

Time

1 h 33 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Beach

View Guide

Easy

Loop

West Vancouver

Point Atkinson Lighthouse and Shore Pine Point

Discover this 3.4-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 4 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

3.4 km

Elevation

+136m

Time

1 h 4 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

White Rock

Mud Bay Park Loop

Head out on this 1.4-km loop trail near White Rock, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 16 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, road 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

1.4 km

Elevation

+6m

Time

16 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Challenging

Out & Back

Bowen Island

Mount Gardner Hikers Trail

Enjoy this 10.0-km out-and-back trail near Bowen Island, 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 April through August. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

10 km

Elevation

+685m

Time

5 h 45 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Kid friendly Partially paved

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

Squamish

Cat Lake

Discover this 1.4-km loop trail near Squamish-Lillooet Regional, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 23 min to complete. This trail is great for camping and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

1.4 km

Elevation

+35m

Time

23 min

Kid friendly Beach Forest

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