Hiking Trails in British Columbia

Challenging

Loop

Gambier Island

Douglas Bay Campsite to Lost Lake and Gambier Lake

Experience this 10.5-km loop trail near Anvil Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 57 min to complete. This trail is great for fishing 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.

Distance

10.5 km

Elevation

+605m

Time

3 h 57 min

Forest Lake Views

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Moderate

Out & Back

Gambier Island

Douglas Bay to Gambier Lake

Experience this 9.7-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Coast F, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 32 min to complete. This trail is great for camping, 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.

Distance

9.7 km

Elevation

+521m

Time

3 h 32 min

Beach Forest Lake

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Challenging

Loop

West Vancouver

Mount Strachan Loop

Get to know this 6.8-km loop trail near Strachan Creek, 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 best times to visit this trail are July through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

6.8 km

Elevation

+568m

Time

6 h 18 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Expert

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Gloria Trail

Try this 10.8-km out-and-back trail near Rosedale, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 18 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, 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

10.8 km

Elevation

+1,257m

Time

6 h 18 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Expert

Out & Back

Squamish

Tricouni Ridge

Proceed cautiously on this 28.0-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. 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 September.

Distance

28 km

Elevation

+2,129m

Time

1 h 38 min

Forest Lake River

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Easy

Loop

Burnaby

Pipeline and Sidewinder Loop

Enjoy this 5.0-km loop trail near Burnaby, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 38 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, mountain biking, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are February through October.

Distance

5 km

Elevation

+215m

Time

1 h 38 min

Forest River Views

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Moderate

Out & Back

Squamish

DeBeck's Hill

Try this 4.3-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 44 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.

Distance

4.3 km

Elevation

+277m

Time

1 h 44 min

Kid friendly Beach Forest

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Brew Mountain via Roe Creek Trail

Explore this 19.2-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 1 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and hiking, 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

19.2 km

Elevation

+1,047m

Time

7 h 1 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Expert

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Williams Peak via Williams Ridge Trail

Proceed cautiously on this 14.6-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. 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 March through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

14.6 km

Elevation

+1,670m

Time

2 h 34 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Hard

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Lady Peak Trail

Discover this 6.9-km out-and-back trail near Popkum, 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 September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

6.9 km

Elevation

+743m

Time

2 h 34 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Lake Views

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Expert

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Knight Peak

Proceed cautiously on this 11.3-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This trail is great for camping, hiking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through September.

Distance

11.3 km

Elevation

+1,469m

Time

2 h 34 min

Forest Views Wildflowers

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Williamson Lake

Enjoy this 4.0-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 34 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through September.

Distance

4 km

Elevation

+531m

Time

2 h 34 min

Forest Lake Waterfall

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Challenging

Point to Point

Whistler

Harmony Lake Trail - Musical Bumps Trail - High Note Trail

Experience this 10.1-km point-to-point trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 57 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. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

10.1 km

Elevation

+779m

Time

3 h 57 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Very Hard

Loop

Chilliwack

Flora Lake Trail and Lindeman-Greendrop Trail Loop

Check out this 18.5-km loop trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are May through October.

Distance

18.5 km

Elevation

+1,470m

Time

5 h 16 min

Forest Lake River

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Hard

Out & Back

Squamish

Sky Pilot Trail

Proceed cautiously on this 15.0-km out-and-back trail near Stawamus 24, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. 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 June through September.

Distance

15 km

Elevation

+1,195m

Time

5 h 16 min

Cave Forest River

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Mount Sheer and Mountain Lake Hut

Get to know this 13.2-km out-and-back trail near Furry Creek, 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 best times to visit this trail are June through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

13.2 km

Elevation

+831m

Time

5 h 16 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Hard

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Unnecessary Mountain

Experience this 15.0-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through October.

Distance

15 km

Elevation

+1,122m

Time

5 h 16 min

Forest Views Wildlife

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Elfin Lakes to The Opal Cone

Check out this 15.0-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 16 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

15 km

Elevation

+753m

Time

5 h 16 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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