Nordic & XC Ski Trails in British Columbia

Challenging

Out & Back

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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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Tin Pants

Get to know this 3.7-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 1 min to complete. This is a popular trail for cross-country skiing, hiking, and mountain biking, 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

3.7 km

Elevation

+109m

Time

1 h 1 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Easy

Loop

Maple Ridge

East Canyon Trail to Lower Gold Creek Falls Loop

Get to know this 5.8-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 36 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, cross-country skiing, and hiking, 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

5.8 km

Elevation

+165m

Time

1 h 36 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

View Guide

Very Easy

Out & Back

West Vancouver

West Lake via Hollyburn Trail

Discover this 4.2-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 5 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, cross-country skiing, 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.2 km

Elevation

+101m

Time

1 h 5 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Lost Lake

Enjoy this 4.0-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 4 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, cross-country skiing, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through September.

Distance

4 km

Elevation

+106m

Time

1 h 4 min

Beach Forest Lake

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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Lost Lake Extended Loop

Check out this 6.6-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 55 min to complete. This is a very popular area for cross-country skiing, hiking, and mountain biking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through September.

Distance

6.6 km

Elevation

+218m

Time

1 h 55 min

Kid friendly Forest Lake

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Very Easy

Loop

Abbotsford

Walmsley Lake

Head out on this 1.8-km loop trail near Abbotsford, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 20 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, cross-country skiing, and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are July through July. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

1.8 km

Elevation

+7m

Time

20 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Challenging

Out & Back

Harrison Hot Springs

Mount Klaudt

Get to know this 7.9-km out-and-back trail near Chehalis 5, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 13 min to complete. This trail is great for cross-country skiing, hiking, and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through September.

Distance

7.9 km

Elevation

+522m

Time

3 h 13 min

Forest Views

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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Madeley Creek Loop

Check out this 4.2-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route. This is a popular trail for cross-country skiing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are December through March.

Distance

4.2 km

Elevation

+122m

Time

48 min

Kid friendly Forest Views

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Moderate

Out & Back

Mission

Lost Creek Trail

Enjoy this 8.9-km out-and-back trail near Durieu, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 59 min to complete. This trail is great for cross-country skiing, hiking, and snowshoeing, 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

8.9 km

Elevation

+411m

Time

2 h 59 min

Forest River Wildflowers

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Moderate

Out & Back

Squamish

Intake Pond Trail

Discover this 11.3-km out-and-back trail near Furry Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 47 min to complete. This is a very popular area for cross-country skiing, 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.

Distance

11.3 km

Elevation

+519m

Time

3 h 47 min

Forest Lake River

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Hard

Out & Back

Squamish

Bagpipe Peak Trail

Check out this 13.7-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 29 min to complete. This trail is great for cross-country skiing, hiking, and snowshoeing, 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

13.7 km

Elevation

+1,166m

Time

6 h 29 min

Forest Lake Views

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Easy

Loop

Abbotsford

Emma Peel and No Time Out Loop

Try this 3.7-km loop trail near Abbotsford, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 6 min to complete. This is a popular trail for cross-country skiing, 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.

Distance

3.7 km

Elevation

+126m

Time

1 h 6 min

Forest Wildflowers Wildlife

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Challenging

Loop

Whistler

Jane Lakes Loop

Head out on this 18.0-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 49 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, cross-country skiing, 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. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

18 km

Elevation

+759m

Time

5 h 49 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Lake

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