On-Leash Dog Trails in British Columbia

Hard

Loop

Coquitlam

Eagle Mountain to Buntzen Lake Trail

Discover this 17.2-km loop trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 49 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

17.2 km

Elevation

+1,366m

Time

7 h 49 min

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Hollyburn Mountain Lower Loop

Experience this 8.9-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 2 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 July through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8.9 km

Elevation

+421m

Time

3 h 2 min

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Very Hard

Out & Back

West Vancouver

The West Lion via Howe Sound Crest Trail

Explore this 18.2-km out-and-back trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, 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

18.2 km

Elevation

+1,408m

Time

1 h 33 min

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Moderate

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Eagle Bluffs via Black Mountain Trail

Enjoy this 7.9-km out-and-back trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 55 min to complete. 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 October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.9 km

Elevation

+437m

Time

2 h 55 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Baden Powell Trail: Lynn Canyon to Grouse Mountain Park

Head out on this 14.6-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 39 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

14.6 km

Elevation

+879m

Time

5 h 39 min

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Very Hard

Loop

Coquitlam

Swan Falls Loop

Bummer, this trail is closed. We'll update this page if and when it reopens.

Distance

16.1 km

Elevation

+1,336m

Time

7 h 30 min

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Richmond

Iona Jetty

Try this 8.2-km out-and-back trail near Richmond, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 31 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

8.2 km

Elevation

+21m

Time

1 h 31 min

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Easy

Out & Back

Pitt Meadows

Widgeon Falls Paddle Route and Hike

Enjoy this 15.3-km out-and-back trail near Pitt Meadows, 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 backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

15.3 km

Elevation

+161m

Time

3 h 15 min

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Challenging

Point to Point

North Vancouver

Baden Powell Trail: Deep Cove to Lynn Canyon

Head out on this 11.9-km point-to-point trail near Woodlands, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 12 min to complete. 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 February through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

11.9 km

Elevation

+656m

Time

4 h 12 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Whistler

Brandywine Meadows

Head out on this 11.1-km out-and-back trail near Black Tusk Village, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 46 min to complete. This is a very popular area for camping, hiking, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

11.1 km

Elevation

+807m

Time

4 h 46 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Watersprite Lake (Summer Route)

Discover this 16.9-km out-and-back trail near Seaichem 16, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

16.9 km

Elevation

+704m

Time

1 h 34 min

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Easy

Out & Back

Bowen Island

Whyte Lake via Nelson Creek Trail

Explore this 5.0-km out-and-back trail near Bowen Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 34 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding 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 km

Elevation

+197m

Time

1 h 34 min

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Easy

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Alouette Lake Trail

Discover this 15.3-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 36 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 best times to visit this trail are January through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

15.3 km

Elevation

+262m

Time

3 h 36 min

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Moderate

Loop

North Vancouver

Three Chop Trail Loop

Enjoy this 5.6-km loop trail near Woodlands, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 20 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 April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

5.6 km

Elevation

+387m

Time

2 h 20 min

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Moderate

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Kennedy Falls

Head out on this 9.8-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. 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 May through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

9.8 km

Elevation

+445m

Time

28 min

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Easy

Out & Back

Hope

Falls Lake Trail

Experience this 1.6-km out-and-back trail near Tulameen, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 34 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 February through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

1.6 km

Elevation

+82m

Time

34 min

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Very Easy

Loop

Gibsons

Sprockids Beginner Loop

Enjoy this 2.4-km loop trail near Chekwelp 26, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 40 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.4 km

Elevation

+66m

Time

40 min

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Easy

Loop

Gibsons

Sprockids Intermediate Trail

Explore this 2.4-km loop trail near Chekwelp 26, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 53 min to complete. This trail is great for mountain biking and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many 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

2.4 km

Elevation

+132m

Time

53 min

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