Alpine Lake Hiking Trails in British Columbia

Challenging

Out & Back

Whistler

Himmelsbach Hut - Whirlwind Peak

Explore this 6.8-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for backpacking and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many 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

6.8 km

Elevation

+581m

Time

3 h 12 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Whistler

Himmelsbach Hut - Fitzsimmons Range

Try this 10.3-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for backpacking, birding, 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

10.3 km

Elevation

+908m

Time

3 h 12 min

Forest Lake Views

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Expert

Out & Back

Whistler

Mount Weart

Head out on this 17.9-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 10 h 33 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 May through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

17.9 km

Elevation

+2,114m

Time

10 h 33 min

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Moderate

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Sasamat Lake to Buntzen Lake

Enjoy this 7.7-km out-and-back trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 55 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are February through August.

Distance

7.7 km

Elevation

+448m

Time

2 h 55 min

Forest Lake Views

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Expert

Out & Back

Whistler

Wedge Mountain

Head out on this 21.2-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 June through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

21.2 km

Elevation

+2,451m

Time

6 h 6 min

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Very Hard

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Brunswick Mountain via Deeks Lake

Discover this 24.0-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 10 h 44 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

24 km

Elevation

+1,854m

Time

10 h 44 min

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Very Hard

Loop

Hope

Flatiron Peak and Needle Peak Loop

Check out this 10.9-km loop trail near Fraser Valley B, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 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 July through September.

Distance

10.9 km

Elevation

+1,088m

Time

5 h 44 min

Forest Lake Views

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Hard

Loop

Yale

Tikwalus Heritage Trail

Experience this 10.8-km loop trail near Spuzzum, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 58 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through July.

Distance

10.8 km

Elevation

+878m

Time

4 h 58 min

Forest Lake River

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Challenging

Out & Back

Manning Park

Poland Lake Trail

Experience this 16.4-km out-and-back trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 21 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 July through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

16.4 km

Elevation

+703m

Time

5 h 21 min

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Easy

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Old Buntzen Lake Trail (McCombe Lake)

Head out on this 3.1-km out-and-back trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 53 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, running, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

3.1 km

Elevation

+98m

Time

53 min

Kid friendly Beach Forest

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Hard

Loop

North Vancouver

3 Summit Loop

Proceed cautiously on this 24.8-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 56 min to complete and should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. 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 June through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

24.8 km

Elevation

+1,304m

Time

8 h 56 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Harrison Hot Springs

Bear Mountain

Explore this 18.2-km out-and-back trail near Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 8 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many 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

18.2 km

Elevation

+1,129m

Time

7 h 8 min

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Moderate

Loop

Mission

Red Mountain

Discover this 9.2-km loop trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 52 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

9.2 km

Elevation

+357m

Time

2 h 52 min

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Moderate

Loop

Mission

Hayward Lake

Check out this 17.4-km loop trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 17 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

17.4 km

Elevation

+352m

Time

4 h 17 min

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Harrison Hot Springs

Deer Lake

Try this 2.1-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley B, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 33 min to complete. This trail is great for camping and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through October.

Distance

2.1 km

Elevation

+54m

Time

33 min

Kid friendly Forest Lake

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Brothers Creek Trail - Lost Lake Trail - Main Trail - Skyline Trail

Discover this 10.1-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 34 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, snowshoeing, 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

10.1 km

Elevation

+513m

Time

3 h 34 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Hope

Conway Peak

Experience this 19.2-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley D, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 57 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 June through July.

Distance

19.2 km

Elevation

+1,308m

Time

7 h 57 min

Forest Lake River

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Whyte Lake via Old Helipad Route and Nelson Creek Trail

Discover this 5.1-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 50 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

5.1 km

Elevation

+261m

Time

1 h 50 min

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