Bird Watching Trails in British Columbia

Easy

Loop

Vancouver

Huckleberry - Hemlock - Salish - Imperial

Get to know this 9.5-km loop trail near Musqueam 2, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 5 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, horseback riding, 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 and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

9.5 km

Elevation

+121m

Time

2 h 5 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dog friendly Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Hoy Creek and Scott Creek Trail

Enjoy this 8.5-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 43 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, mountain biking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are March through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8.5 km

Elevation

+64m

Time

1 h 43 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Easy

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Frank's Trail

Explore this 4.7-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 27 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 April through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.7 km

Elevation

+179m

Time

1 h 27 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Loop

Coquitlam

Triple Crown via Harper Road

Explore this 6.3-km loop trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 30 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

6.3 km

Elevation

+402m

Time

2 h 30 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Loop

Coquitlam

Hustler to Triple Crown Loop

Get to know this 7.7-km loop trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 0 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 April through September.

Distance

7.7 km

Elevation

+470m

Time

3 h 0 min

Forest Views Wildflowers

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Easy

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Burke Mountain Dawg and Hustler

Get to know this 2.3-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 50 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 April through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

2.3 km

Elevation

+124m

Time

50 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Views

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Easy

Loop

Coquitlam

Hustler - Flow - Ray Ray's Fun Factory

Discover this 2.1-km loop trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 46 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 April through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.1 km

Elevation

+117m

Time

46 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Loop

Coquitlam

Flow, Tyler, Brap, Fluid, and Hustler Loop

Try this 3.4-km loop trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for birding and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

3.4 km

Elevation

+197m

Time

49 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Forest

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Challenging

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Garbage Trail - Ridden Art

Enjoy this 1.8-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 49 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 April through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

1.8 km

Elevation

+147m

Time

49 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Bullet Dodger

Discover this 5.5-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 18 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 April through September.

Distance

5.5 km

Elevation

+383m

Time

2 h 18 min

Kid friendly Forest River

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Hard

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Munro Lake

Check out this 9.0-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 27 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 April through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

9 km

Elevation

+822m

Time

4 h 27 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Expert

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Munro Lake Lookout Trail

Check out this 4.2-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 55 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.

Distance

4.2 km

Elevation

+628m

Time

2 h 55 min

Forest Lake Views

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Very Easy

Loop

Coquitlam

Coquitlam River Walk

Try this 2.9-km loop trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 33 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 September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+11m

Time

33 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Fluid to Elevator Trail

Discover this 4.5-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 51 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 April through September.

Distance

4.5 km

Elevation

+304m

Time

1 h 51 min

Kid friendly Forest River

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Challenging

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Village Lake Trail to Munro Lake via Harper Road Access

Try this 18.8-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 4 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 October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

18.8 km

Elevation

+790m

Time

6 h 4 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Hard

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Burke South Summit and Pika Peak

Try this 20.1-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 23 min to complete. This trail is great for birding and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through September.

Distance

20.1 km

Elevation

+1,102m

Time

7 h 23 min

Forest Lake River

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Very Easy

Loop

Vancouver

Pacific Spirit: Inner Loop

Explore this 6.9-km loop trail near Greater Vancouver A, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 27 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

6.9 km

Elevation

+68m

Time

1 h 27 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Mission

Dewdney Grind

Head out on this 9.3-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley G, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 8 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

9.3 km

Elevation

+1,007m

Time

5 h 8 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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