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Alpine Lake Hiking Trails in British Columbia

Explore British Columbia hiking trails leading to turquoise alpine lakes, glacial tarns, and tranquil wilderness shores.

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Admiralty Point Trail trail photo
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.

Hayward Reservoir Trail trail photo
Easy
Out & Back
Mission

Hayward Reservoir Trail

Get to know this 14.0-km out-and-back trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 39 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.

Steelhead Falls Trail trail photo
Easy
Out & Back
Mission

Steelhead Falls Trail

Explore this 1.8-km out-and-back trail near Stave Falls, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 32 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 March through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Widgeon Falls Paddle Route and Hike trail photo
Easy
Out & Back
Pitt Meadows

Widgeon Falls Paddle Route and Hike

Enjoy this 15.3-km out-and-back trail near Pitt Meadows, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 15 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Whyte Lake via Nelson Creek Trail trail photo
Easy
Out & Back
Bowen Island

Whyte Lake via Nelson Creek Trail

Explore this 5.0-km out-and-back trail near Bowen Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 34 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding 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.

Alouette Lake Trail trail photo
Easy
Out & Back
Maple Ridge

Alouette Lake Trail

Discover this 15.3-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 36 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are January through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Alpine Walk Trail trail photo
Easy
Loop
Whistler

Alpine Walk Trail

Get to know this 1.4-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 28 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 June through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance
1.4 km
Elevation
+63m
Time
28 min
Spirit Trail trail photo
Very Easy
Loop
Harrison Hot Springs

Spirit Trail

Try this 1.0-km loop trail near Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 15 min to complete. This is a popular trail for walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are March through March. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Falls Lake Trail trail photo
Easy
Out & Back
Hope

Falls Lake Trail

Experience this 1.6-km out-and-back trail near Tulameen, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 34 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, camping, and hiking, 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, but must be on a leash.

West Lake via Hollyburn Trail trail photo
Very Easy
Out & Back
West Vancouver

West Lake via Hollyburn Trail

Discover this 4.2-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 5 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, cross-country skiing, 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Lost Lake via Lower Burfield Trail trail photo
Easy
Out & Back
West Vancouver

Lost Lake via Lower Burfield Trail

Explore this 6.9-km out-and-back trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 2 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 best times to visit this trail are June through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance
6.9 km
Elevation
+236m
Time
2 h 2 min
Jane Lake and Sky to Sea Loop Trail trail photo
Easy
Loop
Whistler

Jane Lake and Sky to Sea Loop Trail

Check out this 8.4-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 21 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 September.

Distance
8.4 km
Elevation
+250m
Time
2 h 21 min
Hicks Lake Beaver Pond Trail trail photo
Very Easy
Loop
Agassiz

Hicks Lake Beaver Pond Trail

Get to know this 1.1-km loop trail near Kent, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 18 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Plumpers Cove Trail trail photo
Easy
Out & Back
Gibsons

Plumpers Cove Trail

Head out on this 4.5-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Coast F, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 19 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and walking, 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.

VanDusen Botanical Gardens trail photo
Very Easy
Loop
Vancouver

VanDusen Botanical Gardens

Experience this 2.9-km loop trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 39 min to complete. This is a popular trail for 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. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Queen Elizabeth Park trail photo
Very Easy
Loop
Vancouver

Queen Elizabeth Park

Enjoy this 2.3-km loop trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 34 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, 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.

Menzies Trail to West Canyon trail photo
Easy
Point to Point
Maple Ridge

Menzies Trail to West Canyon

Try this 7.9-km point-to-point trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 2 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 best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.