Hiking Trails in British Columbia

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Out & Back

Squamish

Stawamus Chief First Peak

Discover this 3.7-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, 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 November.

Distance

3.7 km

Elevation

+535m

Time

2 h 1 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Kid friendly Forest Views

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Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Twin Falls Loop

Enjoy this 1.3-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 24 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

1.3 km

Elevation

+46m

Time

24 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Loop

Coquitlam

Quarry Trail to Mid-Marsh Trail

Get to know this 4.8-km loop trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 32 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

4.8 km

Elevation

+197m

Time

1 h 32 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Moderate

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Hollyburn Hiker's Access

Head out on this 7.6-km out-and-back trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a very popular area for hiking and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are October through March. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.6 km

Elevation

+424m

Time

2 h 8 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Very Easy

Point to Point

Vancouver

Sun Run Race (Full Route)

Try this 10.5-km point-to-point trail near Granville Island, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 8 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are March through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

10.5 km

Elevation

+73m

Time

2 h 8 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Very Hard

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Abbotsford

Abby Grind

Head out on this 3.4-km out-and-back trail near Upper Sumas 6, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 4 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

3.4 km

Elevation

+424m

Time

2 h 4 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Easy

Loop

Squamish

Shannon Falls Lookout

Discover this 1.1-km loop trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 21 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, 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

1.1 km

Elevation

+46m

Time

21 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

Langley

Little River Extended Loop

Enjoy this 7.2-km loop trail near Langley, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 29 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 best times to visit this trail are February through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

7.2 km

Elevation

+63m

Time

1 h 29 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dog friendly Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Out & Back

Whistler

Brandywine Falls

Check out this 1.1-km out-and-back trail near Black Tusk Village, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 23 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

1.1 km

Elevation

+54m

Time

23 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Procrastination and Berm Trail Loop

Get to know this 3.4-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 5 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

3.4 km

Elevation

+138m

Time

1 h 5 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Loop of the Siwash Rock and Merilees Trails

Try this 2.9-km loop trail near Capilano 5, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 47 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+78m

Time

47 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Easy

Loop

Sechelt

Hidden Grove Purple, Blue, Red, Yellow and Blue Loops

Experience this 3.2-km loop trail near Sechelt, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 56 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, 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 October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

3.2 km

Elevation

+108m

Time

56 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Views

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Halfmoon Bay

Smuggler Cove

Try this 4.3-km out-and-back trail near Secret Cove, 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 hiking and walking, 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

4.3 km

Elevation

+87m

Time

1 h 4 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

Squamish

The Panorama Trail

Explore this 1.9-km loop trail near Stawamus 24, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 30 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.

Distance

1.9 km

Elevation

+45m

Time

30 min

Kid friendly Forest Views

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Moderate

Out & Back

Whistler

Whistler Mountain via Pika's and Mathew's Traverse

Experience this 6.6-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 31 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 June through October.

Distance

6.6 km

Elevation

+389m

Time

2 h 31 min

Kid friendly Forest Lake

View Guide

Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Rice Lake and Lynn Canyon Loop

Discover this 6.0-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 34 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, fishing, and hiking, 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

6 km

Elevation

+151m

Time

1 h 34 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Forest

View Guide

Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Lynn Canyon Loop

Check out this 2.3-km loop trail near Maplewood, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 48 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, running, and walking, 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

2.3 km

Elevation

+109m

Time

48 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

Maple Ridge

UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest Red Trail

Check out this 1.8-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 28 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are February through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

1.8 km

Elevation

+46m

Time

28 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Forest

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