Trail Running Routes in British Columbia

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North Vancouver

Flint and Feather Trail

Head out on this 3.4-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 16 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. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

3.4 km

Elevation

+770m

Time

3 h 16 min

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Harrison Hot Springs

Bear Mountain

Explore this 18.2-km out-and-back trail near Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 8 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, snowshoeing, 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

18.2 km

Elevation

+1,129m

Time

7 h 8 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Chilliwack

Gloria Trail and Elk Mountain Trail

Get to know this 18.2-km point-to-point trail near Cheam 1, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 March through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

18.2 km

Elevation

+1,609m

Time

9 h 59 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Point to Point

Squamish

Garibaldi Lake Parking Lot to Cheakamus Lake Parking Lot

Enjoy this 28.8-km point-to-point trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 9 h 59 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

28.8 km

Elevation

+1,536m

Time

9 h 59 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Chilliwack

Flora Peak

Enjoy this 11.7-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for birding and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through October.

Distance

11.7 km

Elevation

+1,295m

Time

49 min

Forest Views Wildflowers

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North Vancouver

MacKay Creek Trail

Experience this 3.9-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 44 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 May through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.9 km

Elevation

+586m

Time

2 h 44 min

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West Vancouver

Baden-Powell Trail: Horseshoe Bay to Cypress Mountain Resort

Experience this 9.2-km point-to-point trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

9.2 km

Elevation

+1,138m

Time

2 h 6 min

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Chilliwack

Mount McGuire

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

Distance

37.7 km

Elevation

+2,391m

Time

14 h 59 min

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Sunshine Valley

Ghostpass Lake

Discover this 18.0-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Valley, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 27 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 June through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

18 km

Elevation

+1,223m

Time

7 h 27 min

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Gibsons

Elphinstone Summit Trail

Discover this 12.2-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Coast F, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 43 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

12.2 km

Elevation

+1,020m

Time

5 h 43 min

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Mission

79 Grind Trail

Experience this 5.3-km out-and-back trail near Stave Falls, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 52 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

+556m

Time

2 h 52 min

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Coquitlam

Burke North Summit

Enjoy this 24.0-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for backpacking, birding, and camping, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

24 km

Elevation

+1,273m

Time

38 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Lake

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Chilliwack

Elk, Thurston, and Mercer Traverse

Head out on this 23.3-km out-and-back trail near Chilliwack, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 9 h 30 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 best times to visit this trail are June through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

23.3 km

Elevation

+1,544m

Time

9 h 30 min

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Whistler

Cirque Lake Trail

Experience this 3.2-km out-and-back trail near Squamish-Lillooet Regional, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 48 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. The best times to visit this trail are June through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.2 km

Elevation

+354m

Time

1 h 48 min

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West Vancouver

Mount Hanover

Discover this 17.4-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 May through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

17.4 km

Elevation

+1,893m

Time

5 h 4 min

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Whistler

Beverly Lake via Rainbow Lake Trail

Try this 24.5-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 33 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 June through October.

Distance

24.5 km

Elevation

+1,214m

Time

8 h 33 min

Forest Lake Views

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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

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Sunshine Valley

Sumallo River - Silvertip Mountain

Head out on this 23.8-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Valley, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many 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

23.8 km

Elevation

+1,992m

Time

1 h 26 min

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