Alpine Lake Hiking Trails in British Columbia

Easy

Loop

Whistler

Alta Lake Loop

Explore this 7.4-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 58 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, road biking, 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

7.4 km

Elevation

+193m

Time

1 h 58 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Hard

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Tangled Summit via Halvor Lunden Trail

Get to know this 13.7-km out-and-back trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 17 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 August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

13.7 km

Elevation

+1,108m

Time

6 h 17 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Lynn Lake Trail

Check out this 21.7-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 40 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 June through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

21.7 km

Elevation

+812m

Time

6 h 40 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Lake

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Blue Gentian and Lost Lake via Brothers Creek Loop

Explore this 8.4-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 very popular area for hiking and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8.4 km

Elevation

+446m

Time

3 h 2 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Garibaldi Lake to The Black Tusk

Enjoy this 10.3-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 42 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

10.3 km

Elevation

+826m

Time

4 h 42 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Expert

Out & Back

Squamish

Mamquam Lake Trail

Get to know this 41.4-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 13 h 50 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

41.4 km

Elevation

+1,875m

Time

13 h 50 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Easy

Loop

Coquitlam

Swan Falls Trail

Bummer, this trail is closed. We'll update this page if and when it reopens.

Distance

9.2 km

Elevation

+323m

Time

2 h 44 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Beach Forest Lake

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Very Easy

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Cleveland Dam and Capilano Lake Lookout

Head out on this 2.6-km out-and-back trail near Capilano 5, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 42 min to complete. This is a very popular area for 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

2.6 km

Elevation

+70m

Time

42 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Baden Powell Trail: Cleveland Dam to First Lake

Try this 15.0-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 39 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 February through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

15 km

Elevation

+862m

Time

5 h 39 min

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Crossover - Brothers Creek - Lost Lake - Baden-Powell

Explore this 7.9-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 57 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

7.9 km

Elevation

+448m

Time

2 h 57 min

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Moderate

Loop

Squamish

Red Heather Meadows

Check out this 11.4-km loop trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 54 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

11.4 km

Elevation

+541m

Time

3 h 54 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Moderate

Out & Back

Port Moody

Cypress Lake via The Wall and Lungbuster

Discover this 10.9-km out-and-back trail near Port Moody, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 45 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, mountain biking, and snowshoeing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

Distance

10.9 km

Elevation

+521m

Time

3 h 45 min

Forest Lake River

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Challenging

Loop

Coquitlam

Eagle Mountain and Cypress Lake

Try this 18.5-km loop trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 17 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

18.5 km

Elevation

+866m

Time

6 h 17 min

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Very Easy

Loop

Surrey

Huckleberry Trail - Cedar Trail - Salal Trail - Douglas Fir Trail

Try this 2.7-km loop trail near Surrey, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 32 min to complete. This is a popular trail for running and 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.7 km

Elevation

+13m

Time

32 min

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Surrey

Birch Trail - Willow Trail

Get to know this 1.4-km out-and-back trail near Surrey, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 17 min to complete. This is a popular trail for running and 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

1.4 km

Elevation

+10m

Time

17 min

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Easy

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Bosumarne Falls

Try this 2.6-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 57 min to complete. This is a popular trail for 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.

Distance

2.6 km

Elevation

+142m

Time

57 min

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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Brandywine Falls and Suspension Bridge Trail

Experience this 11.3-km loop trail near Whistler, 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 birding, hiking, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through September.

Distance

11.3 km

Elevation

+299m

Time

3 h 2 min

Forest Views Waterfall

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Squamish

Windsor Peak

Proceed cautiously on this 17.1-km out-and-back trail near Porteau, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 36 min to complete and 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

17.1 km

Elevation

+1,602m

Time

8 h 36 min

Forest Lake Views

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