Bird Watching Trails in British Columbia

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

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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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

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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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

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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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

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Views

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Easy

Out & Back

Yale

Alexandra Suspension Bridge

Try this 1.8-km out-and-back trail near Spuzzum, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging 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 May through October.

Distance

1.8 km

Elevation

+65m

Time

33 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly River Views Historic site

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Moderate

Out & Back

Manning Park

South Gibson Trail - Three Falls Trail

Check out this 20.9-km out-and-back trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 26 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

20.9 km

Elevation

+507m

Time

5 h 26 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Moderate

Loop

Mission

Hayward Lake

Check out this 17.4-km loop trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 17 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

17.4 km

Elevation

+352m

Time

4 h 17 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Beach Forest

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Easy

Out & Back

Vancouver

Creekside Park to English Bay

Get to know this 11.6-km out-and-back trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 19 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 best times to visit this trail are January through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

11.6 km

Elevation

+79m

Time

2 h 19 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Easy

Out & Back

Vancouver

Fraser Foreshore Park Trail

Get to know this 14.0-km out-and-back trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 39 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

14 km

Elevation

+54m

Time

2 h 39 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Partially paved Beach

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Easy

Out & Back

Manning Park

Three Falls Trail

Explore this 9.3-km out-and-back trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 39 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, 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

9.3 km

Elevation

+289m

Time

2 h 39 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Out & Back

Bowen Island

Bowen Trail

Discover this 3.9-km out-and-back trail near Bowen Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 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

3.9 km

Elevation

+139m

Time

1 h 10 min

Forest Views Wildflowers

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Very Easy

Loop

West Vancouver

Ambleside Park Loop

Try this 3.4-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 41 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.4 km

Elevation

+26m

Time

41 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Whyte Lake via Old Helipad Route and Nelson Creek Trail

Discover this 5.1-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 50 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 November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

5.1 km

Elevation

+261m

Time

1 h 50 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Easy

Out & Back

Vancouver

Sword Fern Trail - Salish Trail - Iron Knee Trail

Enjoy this 10.9-km out-and-back trail near Musqueam 2, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 28 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 and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

10.9 km

Elevation

+156m

Time

2 h 28 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dog friendly Forest Views

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Very Easy

Loop

Vancouver

Council Trail - Sword Fern Trail - Marine Trail - Clinton Trail

Explore this 8.4-km loop trail near Musqueam 2, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 47 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, horseback riding, 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.

Distance

8.4 km

Elevation

+88m

Time

1 h 47 min

Kid friendly Forest Views

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