Bird Watching Trails in British Columbia

Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Twin Bridges, Fisherman's and Baden Powell Trail Loop

Explore this 6.1-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 45 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

6.1 km

Elevation

+194m

Time

1 h 45 min

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Challenging

Loop

Coquitlam

Coquitlam Lake View, Sawblade and Woodland Walk Loop

Discover this 11.6-km loop trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 21 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 March through October.

Distance

11.6 km

Elevation

+661m

Time

4 h 21 min

Forest River Views

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Easy

Loop

Squamish

Upper Shannon Falls and Wonderland Lake Loop Trails

Discover this 2.9-km loop trail near Stawamus 24, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 51 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through September.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+98m

Time

51 min

Lake Views Wildflowers

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Squamish

Skyline Ridge

Enjoy this 20.1-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 9 h 10 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

20.1 km

Elevation

+1,609m

Time

9 h 10 min

Forest Views Waterfall

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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

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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

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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

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Moderate

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Cypress Falls and Whyte Lake

Experience this 10.6-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, 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 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

10.6 km

Elevation

+394m

Time

3 h 15 min

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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

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Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

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

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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

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Moderate

Loop

North Vancouver

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

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Easy

Loop

Abbotsford

Lazy Boy, Tools of the Trade, and Ranch Climb Loop

Experience this 3.4-km loop trail near Abbotsford, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 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

3.4 km

Elevation

+144m

Time

1 h 5 min

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Easy

Out & Back

Burnaby

Burnaby Mountain to Rose Garden

Explore this 10.5-km out-and-back trail near Burnaby, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 4 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

Distance

10.5 km

Elevation

+352m

Time

3 h 4 min

Forest Views Wildflowers

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Brothers Creek - Crossover - Baden Powell Trail

Get to know this 3.7-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 33 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 April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.7 km

Elevation

+254m

Time

1 h 33 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Whistler

Himmelsbach Hut - Fitzsimmons Range

Try this 10.3-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for backpacking, birding, and 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

10.3 km

Elevation

+908m

Time

3 h 12 min

Forest Lake Views

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Challenging

Out & Back

Whistler

MacDaddy Pass

Try this 15.0-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 6 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

15 km

Elevation

+992m

Time

6 h 6 min

Forest Views

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Expert

Point to Point

Whistler

Ascent Trail (Little Burn, Big Burn and Heart Burn)

Discover this 6.4-km point-to-point trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 8 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 September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

6.4 km

Elevation

+1,144m

Time

3 h 8 min

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