Alpine Lake Hiking Trails in British Columbia

Challenging

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Liumchen Lake

Enjoy this 9.2-km out-and-back trail near Bell Acres, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 58 min to complete. 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

9.2 km

Elevation

+678m

Time

3 h 58 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Lake

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Squamish

Cloudburst Mountain

Proceed cautiously on this 6.6-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 hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are May through September.

Distance

6.6 km

Elevation

+797m

Time

20 min

Forest Views Wildflowers

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Moderate

Out & Back

Gibsons

Douglas Bay Campsite to Lost Lake

Explore this 5.5-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Coast F, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This trail is great for camping 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

5.5 km

Elevation

+290m

Time

3 h 1 min

Beach Cave Forest

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Taylor Meadows

Explore this 13.8-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 39 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

13.8 km

Elevation

+925m

Time

5 h 39 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Very Easy

Loop

Mission

Devil's Lake Loop

Experience this 4.7-km loop trail near Stave Falls, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 5 min to complete. This is a popular trail for camping, 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.7 km

Elevation

+73m

Time

1 h 5 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Beach

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Hard

Out & Back

Mission

Mount St. Benedict

Explore this 10.8-km out-and-back trail near McConnell Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 28 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 and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

10.8 km

Elevation

+1,019m

Time

5 h 28 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Beach Forest

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Very Hard

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Brunswick Lake via Howe Sound Crest Trail

Discover this 17.9-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, 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 October.

Distance

17.9 km

Elevation

+1,686m

Time

3 h 34 min

Forest Lake Views

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