River & Canyon Trails in British Columbia

Easy

Loop

Whistler

Cheakamus River Suspension Bridge Loop

Explore this 5.3-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 30 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

5.3 km

Elevation

+162m

Time

1 h 30 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest River

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Moderate

Loop

Mission

Rolley Falls Trail

Get to know this 1.4-km loop trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 39 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 February through October.

Distance

1.4 km

Elevation

+110m

Time

39 min

Forest River Views

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Very Easy

Loop

Squamish

The Covenant and Trestle Trail Loop

Check out this 3.7-km loop trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 59 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and skiing, 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

3.7 km

Elevation

+95m

Time

59 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Challenging

Out & Back

Hope

Garnet Creek Falls

Enjoy this 21.4-km out-and-back trail near Hope, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 37 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and off-road driving, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

21.4 km

Elevation

+813m

Time

6 h 37 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Tatlow Nymph Pool

Discover this 24.9-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 59 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, paddle sports, and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

24.9 km

Elevation

+456m

Time

5 h 59 min

Forest River Waterfall

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Very Easy

Loop

Langley

Derek Doubleday and Arbour Ribbon Trail

Explore this 4.7-km loop trail near Langley, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 53 min to complete. This trail is great for running and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are February through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.7 km

Elevation

+17m

Time

53 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Point to Point

Vancouver

Stanley Park to Horseshoe Bay Bike Tour

Get to know this 22.7-km point-to-point trail near Granville Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 4 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, road biking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are March through October.

Distance

22.7 km

Elevation

+319m

Time

5 h 4 min

Kid friendly Stroller friendly Paved

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Easy

Loop

Maple Ridge

UBC Malcolm Knapp M, F30, C, and A10 Loop

Experience this 5.8-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 46 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and running, 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

5.8 km

Elevation

+212m

Time

1 h 46 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Loop

Maple Ridge

Whiskey Pond via UBC Malcolm Knapp Forest

Discover this 12.7-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 22 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and running, 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

12.7 km

Elevation

+324m

Time

3 h 22 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Challenging

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Liumchen Lake, Old Baldy Mountain and Church Mountain via Windy Knob

Enjoy this 15.0-km out-and-back trail near Bell Acres, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 6 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, hiking, and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

Distance

15 km

Elevation

+991m

Time

6 h 6 min

Forest Lake River

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Challenging

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Liumchen Creek Valley

Try this 15.4-km out-and-back trail near Cultus Lake North, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 25 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and off-road driving, 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

15.4 km

Elevation

+772m

Time

5 h 25 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Mount McGuire via Borden Creek FSR

Enjoy this 5.0-km out-and-back trail near Bell Acres, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 58 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, hiking, and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

Distance

5 km

Elevation

+598m

Time

2 h 58 min

Forest River Views

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Easy

Loop

Halfmoon Bay

Homesite Creek Falls via Brooks

Experience this 2.9-km loop trail near Halfmoon Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 48 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 July through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+86m

Time

48 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Loop

Halfmoon Bay

Beaver Pond - Frogger - Brat - Easy Street

Enjoy this 10.6-km loop trail near Welcome Beach, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 50 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, mountain biking, 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

10.6 km

Elevation

+279m

Time

2 h 50 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Easy

Loop

Halfmoon Bay

Big Tree Road - Beaver Pond - Easy Street - Neimja - Locomotive

Explore this 8.9-km loop trail near Welcome Beach, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 20 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and snowshoeing, 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

8.9 km

Elevation

+223m

Time

2 h 20 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Very Easy

Loop

Halfmoon Bay

Gord's Grunt - Missing Link - Woodpecker - Pump It Up

Check out this 2.7-km loop trail near Halfmoon Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 44 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, mountain biking, 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

2.7 km

Elevation

+74m

Time

44 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Challenging

Out & Back

Whistler

19 Mile Creek Trail: Iceberg Lake

Discover this 14.2-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 51 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter 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

14.2 km

Elevation

+967m

Time

5 h 51 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Hard

Loop

Whistler

Insomnia - Elixir - Highway 86 - Ride Don't Slide

Check out this 11.4-km loop trail near Whistler, 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 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

11.4 km

Elevation

+1,041m

Time

5 h 39 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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