Paved Trails & Greenways in British Columbia

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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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Rainbow Park and Whistler Golf Course Loop

Head out on this 8.4-km loop trail near Whistler, 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 hiking 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.

Distance

8.4 km

Elevation

+162m

Time

2 h 2 min

Beach Forest Lake

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Easy

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Upper Capilano Pacific Trail

Get to know this 5.6-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 44 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, 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

5.6 km

Elevation

+211m

Time

1 h 44 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Very Easy

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Centennial Seawalk

Get to know this 4.8-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 0 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

4.8 km

Elevation

+43m

Time

1 h 0 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Very Easy

Loop

Vancouver

Heron Trail - Lily of the Valley Trail - Salal Trail

Get to know this 2.9-km loop trail near Greater Vancouver A, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 35 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, 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

2.9 km

Elevation

+22m

Time

35 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Very Easy

Loop

Vancouver

Stanley Park Inner Loop

Get to know this 7.9-km loop trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 45 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, road 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

7.9 km

Elevation

+103m

Time

1 h 45 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Easy

Out & Back

Vancouver

Trans Canada Trail: New Brighton Park - Kensington Park

Check out this 12.4-km out-and-back trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 49 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, mountain biking, and road 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

12.4 km

Elevation

+181m

Time

2 h 49 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Surrey

Surrey Bend Regional Park: Pacific Trail

Enjoy this 3.5-km out-and-back trail near Barnston Island, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 39 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, 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

3.5 km

Elevation

+8m

Time

39 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Very Hard

Loop

Squamish

Echo Lake Trail

Check out this 8.4-km loop 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 best times to visit this trail are June through October.

Distance

8.4 km

Elevation

+899m

Time

2 h 55 min

Beach Forest Lake

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Very Easy

Loop

Surrey

168 Street Access Trail - Serpentine Trail - Hawthorn Trail

Experience this 3.1-km loop trail near Surrey, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 42 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

3.1 km

Elevation

+48m

Time

42 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Very Easy

Loop

Surrey

Serpentine Trail - Sunny Trail - Perimeter Trail

Head out on this 7.2-km loop trail near Surrey, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 34 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 March through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.2 km

Elevation

+84m

Time

1 h 34 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

View Guide

Very Easy

Out & Back

Richmond

Shell Road Trail

Get to know this 10.6-km out-and-back trail near Richmond, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

10.6 km

Elevation

+15m

Time

1 h 55 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Easy

Out & Back

Port Moody

Upper Backyard - Blue Line - IMBY

Discover this 3.9-km out-and-back trail near Port Moody, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 19 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.9 km

Elevation

+185m

Time

1 h 19 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Moderate

Loop

Burnaby

Burnaby Mountain Park Loop

Get to know this 11.1-km loop trail near Burnaby, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 32 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, 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

11.1 km

Elevation

+453m

Time

3 h 32 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Partially paved Forest

View Guide

Very Easy

Out & Back

Vancouver

Vancouver Sea Wall: False Creek (Downtown Side)

Head out on this 7.9-km out-and-back trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 37 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, mountain biking, and paddle sports, 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

+65m

Time

1 h 37 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

View Guide

Very Easy

Out & Back

Surrey

1001 Steps Trail

Check out this 0.6-km out-and-back trail near Surrey, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 13 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, 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

0.6 km

Elevation

+20m

Time

13 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

View Guide

Very Easy

Out & Back

Surrey

Christopherson Steps

Enjoy this 0.3-km out-and-back trail near Surrey, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 6 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, running, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are February through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

0.3 km

Elevation

+8m

Time

6 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Moderate

Loop

Squamish

Smoke Bluffs Loop Trail

Discover this 2.7-km loop trail near Squamish, 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, rock climbing, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.

Distance

2.7 km

Elevation

+193m

Time

1 h 8 min

Partially paved Forest Views

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