Dog-Free Wilderness Trails in British Columbia

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

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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

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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

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Very Easy

Loop

Maple Ridge

Malcolm Knapp Red and Yellow Loop Trail

Try this 4.3-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 3 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 February through July. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

4.3 km

Elevation

+82m

Time

1 h 3 min

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Expert

Point to Point

North Vancouver

Grouse Mountain via Grouse Grind and Heaven's Sake

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

Distance

4.2 km

Elevation

+939m

Time

2 h 24 min

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Very Easy

Loop

Richmond

Richmond Nature Park East Loop

Try this 1.9-km loop trail near Richmond, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 21 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, running, 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. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

1.9 km

Elevation

+5m

Time

21 min

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Hard

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Seymour Dam via Fisherman's Trail and Spur 4

Explore this 33.6-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for 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

33.6 km

Elevation

+605m

Time

42 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Elfin Lakes - The Gargoyles

Check out this 5.3-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, 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 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

5.3 km

Elevation

+423m

Time

2 h 20 min

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Squamish

Helm Glacier

Check out this 31.7-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, 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 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

31.7 km

Elevation

+1,493m

Time

5 h 45 min

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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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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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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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Expert

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Grouse Mountain via Larsen Trail and BCMC Trail

Enjoy this 5.8-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 51 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through November. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

5.8 km

Elevation

+810m

Time

3 h 51 min

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Point to Point

Whistler

Ascent Trail (Little Burn, Big Burn and Heart Burn)

Discover this 6.4-km point-to-point trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 8 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

6.4 km

Elevation

+1,144m

Time

3 h 8 min

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Out & Back

North Vancouver

Flint and Feather Trail

Head out on this 3.4-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 16 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 May through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

3.4 km

Elevation

+770m

Time

3 h 16 min

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Challenging

Loop

North Vancouver

Old BCMC Trail Loop

Enjoy this 5.5-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 35 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through November. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

5.5 km

Elevation

+463m

Time

2 h 35 min

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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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Very Hard

Point to Point

Squamish

Garibaldi Lake Parking Lot to Cheakamus Lake Parking Lot

Enjoy this 28.8-km point-to-point trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 9 h 59 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

28.8 km

Elevation

+1,536m

Time

9 h 59 min

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