Lush Forest Trails in British Columbia

Hard

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Lynn Peak Route

Head out on this 12.2-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

12.2 km

Elevation

+1,052m

Time

3 h 44 min

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Moderate

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Norvan Falls

Experience this 14.0-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 44 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, snowshoeing, 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

14 km

Elevation

+363m

Time

3 h 44 min

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Very Easy

Loop

Squamish

Alice Lake Loop

Get to know this 1.8-km loop trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 21 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 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

1.8 km

Elevation

+13m

Time

21 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Beach

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Hard

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Mount Slesse Memorial Trail

Try this 13.2-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 50 min to complete. This is a popular trail for camping, hiking, and rock climbing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are June through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

13.2 km

Elevation

+1,005m

Time

5 h 50 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Alouette Mountain via Eric Dunning Trail

Get to know this 20.1-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, 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 and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

20.1 km

Elevation

+1,188m

Time

2 h 11 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Lake

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Black Mountain Loop

Enjoy this 5.3-km loop trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 11 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

5.3 km

Elevation

+358m

Time

2 h 11 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Whistler

Whistler Trainwreck and Millar Creek Trail

Enjoy this 5.8-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 25 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

5.8 km

Elevation

+114m

Time

1 h 25 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Loop

Manning Park

Lightning Lake Loop

Discover this 8.5-km loop trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 0 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, camping, 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

8.5 km

Elevation

+142m

Time

2 h 0 min

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Expert

Point to Point

North Vancouver

BCMC Trail

Check out this 2.4-km point-to-point trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for hiking and running, 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

2.4 km

Elevation

+791m

Time

1 h 15 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Hard

Out & Back

Bowen Island

Black Mountain via Baden Powell Trail

Enjoy this 14.3-km out-and-back trail near Bowen Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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

14.3 km

Elevation

+1,188m

Time

1 h 15 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Evans Peak Trail

Head out on this 8.9-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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

8.9 km

Elevation

+968m

Time

1 h 15 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Admiralty Point Trail

Enjoy this 5.5-km out-and-back trail near Belcarra, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 15 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

5.5 km

Elevation

+83m

Time

1 h 15 min

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Challenging

Loop

West Vancouver

Trudi's Trail

Explore this 2.7-km loop trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 18 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and running, 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.7 km

Elevation

+233m

Time

1 h 18 min

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Easy

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Centennial Trail

Enjoy this 3.9-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 3 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.9 km

Elevation

+107m

Time

1 h 3 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Marjorie's Meadow

Try this 0.3-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 7 min to complete. This trail is great for birding and walking, 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

0.3 km

Elevation

+24m

Time

7 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Kid friendly Forest

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Very Easy

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Kelvin Grove Trail

Check out this 0.8-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 11 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

0.8 km

Elevation

+12m

Time

11 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Soundview Trail

Explore this 1.3-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 31 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and walking, 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

1.3 km

Elevation

+79m

Time

31 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Chipmunk Creek to Mount Cheam Trailhead

Experience this 29.6-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 10 h 9 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and off-road driving, 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 and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

29.6 km

Elevation

+1,413m

Time

10 h 9 min

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