River & Canyon Trails in British Columbia

Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Rice Lake and Lynn Canyon Loop

Discover this 6.0-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 34 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, fishing, 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

6 km

Elevation

+151m

Time

1 h 34 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Lynn Canyon Loop

Check out this 2.3-km loop trail near Maplewood, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 48 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, running, and walking, 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

2.3 km

Elevation

+109m

Time

48 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Challenging

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Coquitlam Lake View Trail

Experience this 10.8-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 1 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, mountain biking, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter 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

10.8 km

Elevation

+610m

Time

4 h 1 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest River

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Hard

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Burke South Summit and Pika Peak

Try this 20.1-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 23 min to complete. This trail is great for birding and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through September.

Distance

20.1 km

Elevation

+1,102m

Time

7 h 23 min

Forest Lake River

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Very Easy

Loop

Roberts Creek

Roberts Creek Waterfall Loop

Get to know this 1.8-km loop trail near Sunshine Coast D, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 29 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

+48m

Time

29 min

Kid friendly Forest River

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Crooked Falls

Head out on this 5.3-km out-and-back trail near Cheakamus 11, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 34 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 November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

5.3 km

Elevation

+472m

Time

2 h 34 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Loop

Maple Ridge

Upper Gold Creek Falls via East Canyon Trail and West Canyon Trail Loop

Experience this 10.3-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 10 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, hiking, and mountain biking, 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

10.3 km

Elevation

+389m

Time

3 h 10 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

South Mount Nutt via East Canyon Trail

Try this 10.6-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

10.6 km

Elevation

+1,088m

Time

1 h 0 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Moderate

Out & Back

Squamish

Al's Habrich Ridge Trail

Discover this 6.8-km out-and-back trail near Stawamus 24, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 37 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and snowshoeing, 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

6.8 km

Elevation

+409m

Time

2 h 37 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest River

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Whistler

Whistler Train Wreck via Sea to Sky and Train Wreck Trails

Head out on this 2.6-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 42 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, mountain biking, and scenic driving, 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

2.6 km

Elevation

+71m

Time

42 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Out & Back

Whistler

Ancient Cedars Trail

Check out this 4.7-km out-and-back 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 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 May through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.7 km

Elevation

+301m

Time

1 h 51 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Out & Back

Mission

Cascade Falls

Enjoy this 0.6-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley F, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 13 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 February through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

0.6 km

Elevation

+33m

Time

13 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Alexander Falls

Experience this 2.4-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 50 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, snowshoeing, 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.

Distance

2.4 km

Elevation

+119m

Time

50 min

Kid friendly Forest River

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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Brandywine Trail Loop to Cal-Cheak Suspension Bridge

Check out this 9.2-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 21 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

9.2 km

Elevation

+211m

Time

2 h 21 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Loop

Whistler

Brandywine Falls Loop via Suspension Bridge

Head out on this 9.5-km loop trail near Black Tusk Village, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 24 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, snowshoeing, 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

9.5 km

Elevation

+215m

Time

2 h 24 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Moderate

Out & Back

Squamish

Habrich Spur Trail

Experience this 10.6-km out-and-back trail near Stawamus 24, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 44 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are July through September.

Distance

10.6 km

Elevation

+533m

Time

3 h 44 min

Forest River Views

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Expert

Out & Back

Squamish

Tricouni Ridge

Proceed cautiously on this 28.0-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. 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 July through September.

Distance

28 km

Elevation

+2,129m

Time

1 h 38 min

Forest Lake River

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Hard

Out & Back

Squamish

Sky Pilot Trail

Proceed cautiously on this 15.0-km out-and-back trail near Stawamus 24, 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 June through September.

Distance

15 km

Elevation

+1,195m

Time

5 h 16 min

Cave Forest River

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