Alpine Lake Hiking Trails in British Columbia

Challenging

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Cheam Peak

Experience this 8.7-km out-and-back trail near Bridall Falls, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 May through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8.7 km

Elevation

+679m

Time

1 h 26 min

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Moderate

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Whyte Lake via Baden Powell Trail

Experience this 3.7-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 25 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

3.7 km

Elevation

+224m

Time

1 h 25 min

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Moderate

Out & Back

Whistler

Section 102

Try this 3.9-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 34 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.

Distance

3.9 km

Elevation

+252m

Time

1 h 34 min

Forest Lake Wildlife

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Moderate

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Lindeman and Greendrop Lakes Trail

Get to know this 11.9-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking, birding, and camping, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are March through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

11.9 km

Elevation

+493m

Time

1 h 39 min

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Moderate

Loop

Coquitlam

Diez Vistas and Lake Buntzen Loop

Enjoy this 12.9-km loop trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 30 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 February through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

12.9 km

Elevation

+637m

Time

4 h 30 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Garibaldi Lake

Experience this 18.2-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 36 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, birding, and camping, 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

18.2 km

Elevation

+979m

Time

6 h 36 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Jenkins Brook Falls and Brighton Beach Lookout

Head out on this 13.7-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 October.

Distance

13.7 km

Elevation

+810m

Time

2 h 2 min

Forest Views Waterfall

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Challenging

Out & Back

Abbotsford

Sumas Mountain Trail

Discover this 14.2-km out-and-back trail near Dewdney, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 54 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

14.2 km

Elevation

+972m

Time

5 h 54 min

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Black Mountain Loop

Enjoy this 5.3-km loop trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 11 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

5.3 km

Elevation

+358m

Time

2 h 11 min

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Moderate

Out & Back

Vancouver

Coal Harbour Via Stanley Park Seawall

Check out this 25.4-km out-and-back trail near Granville Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 5 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, road biking, 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

25.4 km

Elevation

+178m

Time

5 h 5 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Mount Seymour

Try this 8.2-km out-and-back trail near Woodlands, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for camping, hiking, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8.2 km

Elevation

+564m

Time

2 h 34 min

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Hollyburn Mountain Lower Loop

Experience this 8.9-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 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 July through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8.9 km

Elevation

+421m

Time

3 h 2 min

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Moderate

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Eagle Bluffs via Black Mountain Trail

Enjoy this 7.9-km out-and-back trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 55 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.9 km

Elevation

+437m

Time

2 h 55 min

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Bowen Lookout and Saint Marks Summit via Howe Sound Crest Trail

Try this 10.9-km loop trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 1 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 July through November. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

10.9 km

Elevation

+598m

Time

4 h 1 min

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Challenging

Point to Point

North Vancouver

Baden Powell Trail: Deep Cove to Lynn Canyon

Head out on this 11.9-km point-to-point trail near Woodlands, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 12 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 February through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

11.9 km

Elevation

+656m

Time

4 h 12 min

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Challenging

Loop

Maple Ridge

Blue Mountain Trail

Explore this 16.1-km loop trail near Whonnock 1, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for birding and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through November. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

16.1 km

Elevation

+788m

Time

4 h 46 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Whistler

Ring Lake and Conflict Lake

Head out on this 18.8-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 56 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 October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

18.8 km

Elevation

+749m

Time

5 h 56 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Watersprite Lake (Summer Route)

Discover this 16.9-km out-and-back trail near Seaichem 16, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

16.9 km

Elevation

+704m

Time

1 h 34 min

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