River & Canyon Trails in British Columbia

Easy

Loop

Whistler

Farside and Riverside Loop

Get to know this 6.8-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 55 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through September.

Distance

6.8 km

Elevation

+212m

Time

1 h 55 min

Forest River Views

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Very Easy

Point to Point

Vancouver

Arbutus Greenway

Explore this 8.5-km point-to-point trail near 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 road biking, running, and walking, 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

8.5 km

Elevation

+60m

Time

1 h 44 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Moderate

Loop

Roberts Creek

Progression, Dudette, Susie O Street, and Guy's Gulch Loop

Get to know this 10.1-km loop trail near Sunshine Coast E, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 12 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through October.

Distance

10.1 km

Elevation

+406m

Time

3 h 12 min

River 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

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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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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Very Easy

Point to Point

Richmond

South Dyke Trail

Discover this 8.0-km point-to-point trail near Richmond, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 31 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 January through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

8 km

Elevation

+29m

Time

1 h 31 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Kid friendly Beach

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Challenging

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Mount Fromme via Grouse Mountain Highway

Proceed cautiously on this 18.0-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

18 km

Elevation

+847m

Time

3 h 51 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Lynn Canyon Loop via Baden Powell Trail

Get to know this 5.6-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 48 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

5.6 km

Elevation

+223m

Time

1 h 48 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Out & Back

Yale

Alexandra Suspension Bridge

Try this 1.8-km out-and-back trail near Spuzzum, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 33 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding 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.

Distance

1.8 km

Elevation

+65m

Time

33 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly River Views Historic site

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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

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Pauline's Rock Loop

Check out this 2.9-km loop trail near Burrard Inlet 3, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 2 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, snowshoeing, and walking, 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

2.9 km

Elevation

+150m

Time

1 h 2 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Out & Back

Vancouver

Fraser Foreshore Park Trail

Get to know this 14.0-km out-and-back trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 39 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, road 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 km

Elevation

+54m

Time

2 h 39 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Partially paved Beach

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Easy

Out & Back

Manning Park

Three Falls Trail

Explore this 9.3-km out-and-back trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 39 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, 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

9.3 km

Elevation

+289m

Time

2 h 39 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Point to Point

Sunshine Valley

Skagit River Trail

Discover this 14.5-km point-to-point trail near Sunshine Valley, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 57 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and fishing, 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

14.5 km

Elevation

+365m

Time

3 h 57 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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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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Easy

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Trans Canada Trail: Tamihi Campground

Discover this 4.5-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 13 min to complete. This is a popular trail for camping, hiking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are December through July.

Distance

4.5 km

Elevation

+115m

Time

1 h 13 min

Kid friendly Forest River

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Very Easy

Loop

West Vancouver

Ambleside Park Loop

Try this 3.4-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 41 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, running, and walking, 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

3.4 km

Elevation

+26m

Time

41 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Moderate

Out & Back

Abbotsford

Chadsey Lake Trail and Sumas Mountain

Head out on this 8.7-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley G, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 22 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

Distance

8.7 km

Elevation

+524m

Time

3 h 22 min

Forest Lake River

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