Mountain Biking Routes in British Columbia

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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Very Easy

Out & Back

Whistler

Whistler Trainwreck and Millar Creek Trail

Enjoy this 5.8-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 25 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

5.8 km

Elevation

+114m

Time

1 h 25 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Vancouver

Vancouver Family-Friendly Walking Tour

Try this 9.8-km out-and-back trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 59 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, mountain biking, and road biking, 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

9.8 km

Elevation

+75m

Time

1 h 59 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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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

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Challenging

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Baden Powell Trail: Lynn Canyon to Grouse Mountain Park

Head out on this 14.6-km out-and-back trail near North 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 hiking, 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

14.6 km

Elevation

+879m

Time

5 h 39 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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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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Very Easy

Loop

Gibsons

Sprockids Beginner Loop

Enjoy this 2.4-km loop trail near Chekwelp 26, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 40 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.4 km

Elevation

+66m

Time

40 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly

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Easy

Loop

Gibsons

Sprockids Intermediate Trail

Explore this 2.4-km loop trail near Chekwelp 26, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 53 min to complete. This trail is great for mountain biking 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.4 km

Elevation

+132m

Time

53 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash

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Very Easy

Point to Point

West Vancouver

Old Forks AKA Mystery DH MTB Trail

Explore this 1.6-km point-to-point trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are June through November. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

1.6 km

Elevation

+8m

Time

57 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Wildlife

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Moderate

Loop

Whistler

Bob's ReBob Upper and Lower Loop Trail

Check out this 3.7-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 25 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

3.7 km

Elevation

+225m

Time

1 h 25 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Out & Back

Whistler

Whip Spin Me Trail

Enjoy this 2.9-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 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 best times to visit this trail are March through October.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+133m

Time

57 min

Kid friendly Forest Views

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Easy

Loop

Whistler

A River Runs Through It and Bart's Dark Trail Loop

Get to know this 7.2-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 51 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

7.2 km

Elevation

+168m

Time

1 h 51 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Very Easy

Loop

Whistler

Mel's Dilemma

Enjoy this 1.0-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 14 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.

Distance

1 km

Elevation

+17m

Time

14 min

Kid friendly Forest Views

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Moderate

Out & Back

Whistler

Get Over It to Green Monster Trail

Experience this 6.0-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 23 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.

Distance

6 km

Elevation

+388m

Time

2 h 23 min

Forest Views

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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Cut Yer Bars Trail

Enjoy this 2.7-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 48 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. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

2.7 km

Elevation

+90m

Time

48 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Views

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Whistler

Pigs on the Wing Trail

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 8 h 25 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.

Distance

17.9 km

Elevation

+1,503m

Time

8 h 25 min

Forest River Views

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Moderate

Out & Back

Bowen Island

Grafton Road: Snug Cove to Tunstall Bay

Experience this 15.6-km out-and-back trail near Bowen Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 56 min to complete. This trail is great for mountain biking, road biking, and walking, 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

15.6 km

Elevation

+340m

Time

3 h 56 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Beach Views

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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

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Beach Lake

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