Lush Forest Trails in British Columbia

Moderate

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Teapot Hill

Discover this 4.8-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley Regional, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 44 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, 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

4.8 km

Elevation

+255m

Time

1 h 44 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Manning Park

Lone Goat Mountain from Gibson Pass

Check out this 21.7-km out-and-back trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 55 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are July through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

21.7 km

Elevation

+1,168m

Time

7 h 55 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Yale

Needle Peak Trail

Experience this 8.7-km out-and-back trail near Yale, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for hiking, snowshoeing, 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

8.7 km

Elevation

+830m

Time

12 min

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Very Easy

Loop

West Vancouver

Whytecliff Trail

Head out on this 0.8-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 12 min to complete. This is a very popular area for paddle sports, running, and walking, 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

0.8 km

Elevation

+18m

Time

12 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Partially paved

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Easy

Loop

Port Coquitlam

Addington Lookout, High Knoll, Lodge, Fern and Quarry Loop

Check out this 6.8-km loop trail near Port Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 3 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, 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

6.8 km

Elevation

+250m

Time

2 h 3 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Cleveland Dam to West Lake via Baden Powell Trail

Head out on this 13.7-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 13 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

13.7 km

Elevation

+802m

Time

5 h 13 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Petgill Lake Trail

Experience this 10.3-km out-and-back trail near Britannia Beach, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 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 best times to visit this trail are March through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

10.3 km

Elevation

+645m

Time

4 h 4 min

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Moderate

Out & Back

Harrison Hot Springs

Statlu Lake Trail

Check out this 11.9-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley C, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This trail is great for camping and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many 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

11.9 km

Elevation

+453m

Time

2 h 1 min

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Easy

Out & Back

Pender Harbour

Skookumchuck Narrows

Get to know this 7.7-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Coast A, 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

7.7 km

Elevation

+188m

Time

2 h 1 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Abbotsford

Chadsey Lake

Check out this 10.8-km out-and-back trail near Dewdney, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 23 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 November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

10.8 km

Elevation

+705m

Time

4 h 23 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Mount Thurston via Elk Mountain

Experience this 14.6-km out-and-back trail near Slesse Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 26 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, 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

14.6 km

Elevation

+1,108m

Time

6 h 26 min

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Easy

Loop

Harrison Hot Springs

Weaver Lake Trail

Enjoy this 6.9-km loop trail near Hemlock Valley, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 45 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, birding, and camping, 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

6.9 km

Elevation

+153m

Time

1 h 45 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Very Easy

Loop

Delta

Burns Bog Trail

Experience this 4.2-km loop trail near Delta, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 49 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

4.2 km

Elevation

+23m

Time

49 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Moderate

Loop

Port Coquitlam

PoCo Traboulay Trail Loop

Discover this 25.3-km loop trail near Port Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 4 h 44 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, mountain 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

25.3 km

Elevation

+83m

Time

4 h 44 min

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Easy

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Seven Sisters Trail

Enjoy this 3.2-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley Regional, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 8 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, mountain biking, and road biking, 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

3.2 km

Elevation

+166m

Time

1 h 8 min

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Very Easy

Loop

Vancouver

Salish Trail - Admiralty Trail - West Canyon

Head out on this 7.4-km loop trail near Greater Vancouver A, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 41 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, 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

7.4 km

Elevation

+109m

Time

1 h 41 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Jug Island Beach Trail

Try this 5.6-km out-and-back trail near Belcarra, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 47 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, fishing, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are February through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

5.6 km

Elevation

+226m

Time

1 h 47 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Pitt Meadows

Widgeon Lake Trail

Enjoy this 27.7-km out-and-back trail near Pitt Meadows, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for backpacking, birding, and camping, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many 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

27.7 km

Elevation

+922m

Time

2 h 45 min

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