Mountain Biking Routes in British Columbia

Easy

Loop

Bowen Island

Killarney Lake

Enjoy this 7.9-km loop trail near Bowen Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 2 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and horseback riding, 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

7.9 km

Elevation

+184m

Time

2 h 2 min

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Easy

Out & Back

Whistler

Brandywine Trail

Head out on this 5.8-km out-and-back trail near Black Tusk Village, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 34 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, mountain biking, 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

5.8 km

Elevation

+158m

Time

1 h 34 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Moderate

Loop

Whistler

Crater Rim and Farside Loop Trail

Get to know this 8.7-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 57 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through December. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8.7 km

Elevation

+405m

Time

2 h 57 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Easy

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Hayward Lake Railway Trail

Try this 13.7-km out-and-back trail near Whonnock 1, 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 birding, hiking, 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 October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

13.7 km

Elevation

+146m

Time

2 h 55 min

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Moderate

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Vedder Mountain Ridge Trail

Explore this 9.0-km out-and-back trail near Lindell Beach, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 56 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, 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.

Distance

9 km

Elevation

+387m

Time

2 h 56 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Red Heather Meadows to Elfin Lakes

Discover this 20.3-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 24 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and cross-country skiing, 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

20.3 km

Elevation

+812m

Time

6 h 24 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Easy

Out & Back

Whistler

Cheakamus Lake

Check out this 7.7-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a very popular area for camping, hiking, and mountain biking, 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

7.7 km

Elevation

+294m

Time

37 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Seven Sisters Trail

Enjoy this 3.2-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley Regional, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 8 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, mountain biking, and road biking, 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

3.2 km

Elevation

+166m

Time

1 h 8 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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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Parkhurst Ghost Town Loop

Check out this 7.6-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 8 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, mountain 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.

Distance

7.6 km

Elevation

+230m

Time

2 h 8 min

Forest Lake River

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Easy

Loop

Halfmoon Bay

Triangle Lake Trail

Head out on this 7.1-km loop trail near Welcome Beach, 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 birding, hiking, and mountain biking, 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

7.1 km

Elevation

+229m

Time

2 h 2 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Vedder Mountain Road Ride

Check out this 23.7-km out-and-back trail near Soowahlie 14, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 57 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, 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 and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

23.7 km

Elevation

+1,085m

Time

7 h 57 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dog friendly Forest Lake

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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Tin Pants

Get to know this 3.7-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 1 min to complete. This is a popular trail for cross-country skiing, hiking, and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are May through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.7 km

Elevation

+109m

Time

1 h 1 min

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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Molly Hogan Trail

Enjoy this 9.5-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 24 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, 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.

Distance

9.5 km

Elevation

+210m

Time

2 h 24 min

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Very Easy

Loop

Squamish

Alice Lake Loop

Get to know this 1.8-km loop trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 21 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, mountain biking, 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. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

1.8 km

Elevation

+13m

Time

21 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Beach

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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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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

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Lake

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Challenging

Loop

Bowen Island

Snug Cove to Cape Roger Curtis Tour

Check out this 28.8-km loop trail near Bowen Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

28.8 km

Elevation

+822m

Time

2 h 2 min

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