Hiking Trails in British Columbia

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

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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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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Overlord Trail to Lakeside Loop

Get to know this 6.0-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 54 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

6 km

Elevation

+243m

Time

1 h 54 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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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

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Expert

Out & Back

Squamish

Cheakamus River via Garibaldi Lake Trail

Check out this 42.3-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 15 h 18 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 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

42.3 km

Elevation

+2,250m

Time

15 h 18 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Barrier Lake and Lesser Garibaldi Lake

Try this 13.5-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 18 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, 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

13.5 km

Elevation

+841m

Time

5 h 18 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Whistler

Panorama Ridge via Helm Creek Trail

Get to know this 29.9-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and hiking, 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

29.9 km

Elevation

+1,615m

Time

1 h 34 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Hard

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Crown Mountain

Get to know this 9.2-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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.

Distance

9.2 km

Elevation

+866m

Time

1 h 34 min

Forest Lake River

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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

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Moderate

Out & Back

Manning Park

Lightning Lakes Chain to Thunder Lake

Experience this 22.0-km out-and-back trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 14 min to complete. This trail is great for camping, hiking, and paddle sports, 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

22 km

Elevation

+386m

Time

5 h 14 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Beach Forest

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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Lost Lake

Enjoy this 4.0-km loop trail near Whistler, 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 birding, cross-country skiing, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through September.

Distance

4 km

Elevation

+106m

Time

1 h 4 min

Beach Forest Lake

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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

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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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Expert

Out & Back

Sunshine Valley

Mount Outram

Get to know this 18.3-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Valley, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for backpacking, birding, and hiking, 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

18.3 km

Elevation

+1,799m

Time

6 h 39 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Challenging

Out & Back

Whistler

Iceberg Lake via 19 Mile Creek Trail

Experience this 18.0-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 39 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, birding, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

18 km

Elevation

+997m

Time

6 h 39 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Easy

Out & Back

Whistler

Harmony Lake Trail

Explore this 2.7-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 55 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are August through August.

Distance

2.7 km

Elevation

+123m

Time

55 min

Kid friendly Forest Lake

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Delta

Artesian Trail

Experience this 4.0-km out-and-back trail near Delta, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 50 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, 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 October.

Distance

4 km

Elevation

+33m

Time

50 min

Views Historic site

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Easy

Out & Back

Delta

Watershed Park to River Road

Check out this 15.3-km out-and-back trail near Delta, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 57 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are January through October.

Distance

15.3 km

Elevation

+76m

Time

2 h 57 min

Forest River Views

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