Hiking Trails in British Columbia

Very Easy

Out & Back

Squamish

Town Dyke Trail

Try this 3.5-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, 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 February through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.5 km

Elevation

+11m

Time

40 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Mission

Nursia Peak

Discover this 19.3-km out-and-back trail near McConnell Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 4 min to complete. This trail is great for 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. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

19.3 km

Elevation

+1,337m

Time

8 h 4 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Mission

79 Grind Trail

Experience this 5.3-km out-and-back trail near Stave Falls, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 52 min to complete. 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

5.3 km

Elevation

+556m

Time

2 h 52 min

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Mike Falls

Check out this 3.1-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 44 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking 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

3.1 km

Elevation

+56m

Time

44 min

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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

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Easy

Loop

Halfmoon Bay

Coopers Green Loop

Get to know this 4.5-km loop trail near Halfmoon Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 21 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.5 km

Elevation

+162m

Time

1 h 21 min

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Easy

Out & Back

Whistler

Cheakamus Farside Trail

Explore this 7.1-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, 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 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 and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

7.1 km

Elevation

+229m

Time

2 h 3 min

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Very Easy

Loop

Halfmoon Bay

Missing Link and Riley Falls Loop

Try this 4.2-km loop trail near Halfmoon Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 4 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 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

+97m

Time

1 h 4 min

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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Cheakamus River Suspension Bridge Loop

Explore this 5.3-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 30 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 and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

5.3 km

Elevation

+162m

Time

1 h 30 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Burke North Summit

Enjoy this 24.0-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, 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 July through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

24 km

Elevation

+1,273m

Time

38 min

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Very Easy

Loop

Mission

Rolley Lakeside Trail

Get to know this 2.9-km loop trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 38 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 February through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+36m

Time

38 min

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Very Easy

Loop

Squamish

The Covenant and Trestle Trail Loop

Check out this 3.7-km loop trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 59 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and skiing, 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

3.7 km

Elevation

+95m

Time

59 min

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Easy

Loop

Squamish

Coho Park and Trestle Trail Loop

Enjoy this 5.6-km loop trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 39 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, mountain biking, and skiing, 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

5.6 km

Elevation

+192m

Time

1 h 39 min

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Easy

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Dinkey Peak

Enjoy this 1.6-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 31 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, 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

1.6 km

Elevation

+68m

Time

31 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Hope

Garnet Creek Falls

Enjoy this 21.4-km out-and-back trail near Hope, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 37 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and off-road driving, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many 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

21.4 km

Elevation

+813m

Time

6 h 37 min

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Moderate

Loop

Maple Ridge

Incline Trail and Whisky West Loop

Explore this 12.4-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 14 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are February through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

12.4 km

Elevation

+587m

Time

4 h 14 min

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Elk, Thurston, and Mercer Traverse

Head out on this 23.3-km out-and-back trail near Chilliwack, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 9 h 30 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, hiking, and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many 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

23.3 km

Elevation

+1,544m

Time

9 h 30 min

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Easy

Loop

Port Moody

Westhill Park

Enjoy this 2.4-km loop trail near Port Moody, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 42 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.4 km

Elevation

+78m

Time

42 min

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