River &amp; Canyon Trails in British Columbia

Whistler

Alta Lake Loop

Explore this 7.4-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 58 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 best times to visit this trail are April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.4 km

Elevation

+193m

Time

1 h 58 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Cedar Mill and Headwaters Trail Loop

Get to know this 8.5-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 8 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8.5 km

Elevation

+182m

Time

2 h 8 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Twin Falls and Pipeline Bridge Loop

Get to know this 5.3-km loop trail near North 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 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

5.3 km

Elevation

+230m

Time

1 h 45 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Lynn Lake Trail

Check out this 21.7-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 40 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 June through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

21.7 km

Elevation

+812m

Time

6 h 40 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Lake

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Garibaldi Lake to The Black Tusk trail photo

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

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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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

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Coquitlam

Swan Falls Trail

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

Distance

9.2 km

Elevation

+323m

Time

2 h 44 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Beach Forest Lake

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Cleveland Dam and Capilano Lake Lookout trail photo

Very Easy

Cleveland Dam and Capilano Lake Lookout

Head out on this 2.6-km out-and-back trail near Capilano 5, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 42 min to complete. This is a very popular area for 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

2.6 km

Elevation

+70m

Time

42 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Baden Powell Trail: Cleveland Dam to First Lake trail photo

West Vancouver

Baden Powell Trail: Cleveland Dam to First Lake

Try this 15.0-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 39 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 best times to visit this trail are February through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

15 km

Elevation

+862m

Time

5 h 39 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Maple Ridge

Hayes Trail to Kanaka Creek

Enjoy this 3.7-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 13 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are February through August.

Distance

3.7 km

Elevation

+164m

Time

1 h 13 min

Forest River Views

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Cypress Lake via The Wall and Lungbuster trail photo

Moderate

Port Moody

Cypress Lake via The Wall and Lungbuster

Discover this 10.9-km out-and-back trail near Port Moody, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 45 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.

Distance

10.9 km

Elevation

+521m

Time

3 h 45 min

Forest Lake River

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Eagle Mountain and Cypress Lake trail photo

Coquitlam

Eagle Mountain and Cypress Lake

Try this 18.5-km loop trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 17 min to complete. 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

18.5 km

Elevation

+866m

Time

6 h 17 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Hard

Mission

Mount Crickmer

Get to know this 17.9-km out-and-back trail near Stave Falls, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

17.9 km

Elevation

+1,215m

Time

2 h 25 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Burnaby

Poplar Trail

Try this 2.4-km out-and-back trail near Burnaby, 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, running, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are March through August.

Distance

2.4 km

Elevation

+205m

Time

1 h 8 min

Forest River Views

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Chilliwack

Bosumarne Falls

Try this 2.6-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 57 min to complete. This is a popular trail for 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.6 km

Elevation

+142m

Time

57 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Chilliwack

Bridal Veil Falls

Enjoy this 1.0-km loop trail near Cheam 1, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 27 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, running, and walking, 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

1 km

Elevation

+83m

Time

27 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Brandywine Falls and Suspension Bridge Trail trail photo

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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Very Hard