Trail Running Routes in British Columbia

Very Easy

Loop

Burnaby

George Derby Loop

Explore this 2.4-km loop trail near Burnaby, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 39 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through May.

Distance

2.4 km

Elevation

+64m

Time

39 min

Kid friendly Forest Wildflowers

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Bowen Lookout - Yew Lake - Black Mountain

Discover this 9.0-km loop trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 25 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 July through November. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

9 km

Elevation

+524m

Time

3 h 25 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Lake

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Very Easy

Loop

Port Coquitlam

Blakeburn Lagoons Park

Check out this 2.1-km loop trail near Port Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 23 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 May through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.1 km

Elevation

+4m

Time

23 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Moderate

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Brothers Creek Trail

Try this 6.3-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 36 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 May through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

6.3 km

Elevation

+431m

Time

2 h 36 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Very Easy

Loop

Manning Park

Chittenden Meadow Trail

Experience this 2.7-km loop trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 40 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. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

2.7 km

Elevation

+53m

Time

40 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Kid friendly Forest

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Very Easy

Loop

Vancouver

Council, Salish and Clinton Trail

Explore this 7.7-km loop trail near Musqueam 2, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 43 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, running, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are March through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

7.7 km

Elevation

+105m

Time

1 h 43 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dog friendly Partially paved Forest

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Moderate

Point to Point

Coquitlam

Eagle Bluffs via Coquitlam Crunch Trail, Academy Trail

Experience this 9.2-km point-to-point trail near Coquitlam, 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 hiking and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are March through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

9.2 km

Elevation

+458m

Time

3 h 2 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Partially paved Views

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Moderate

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Bullet Dodger via Coquitlam River Trail

Try this 8.9-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 53 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 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

+379m

Time

2 h 53 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Very Easy

Loop

Maple Ridge

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Experience this 4.0-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 3 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

4 km

Elevation

+98m

Time

1 h 3 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Views

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Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Diamond and Sea to Sky Trail Loop

Discover this 3.2-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 4 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.2 km

Elevation

+143m

Time

1 h 4 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Wildlife

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Moderate

Loop

Maple Ridge

Skidder and PBR Loop

Explore this 12.2-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 54 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through May. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

12.2 km

Elevation

+502m

Time

3 h 54 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Views

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Very Hard

Out & Back

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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Very Easy

Out & Back

West Vancouver

West Vancouver Seaview Walk

Discover this 4.2-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 49 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 October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

4.2 km

Elevation

+24m

Time

49 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Bottle Top and Greenland MTB Loop via Hyannis Trail

Head out on this 4.7-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 25 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.7 km

Elevation

+172m

Time

1 h 25 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Very Easy

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Cates Park

Check out this 3.7-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 49 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, mountain biking, 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

3.7 km

Elevation

+48m

Time

49 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Easy

Out & Back

Port Coquitlam

Quarry Road

Discover this 9.3-km out-and-back trail near Port Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 30 min to complete. This trail is great for mountain biking, road biking, 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

9.3 km

Elevation

+245m

Time

2 h 30 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

View Guide

Moderate

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Saint Mark's Summit

Enjoy this 10.0-km out-and-back trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 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 best times to visit this trail are May through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

10 km

Elevation

+570m

Time

3 h 45 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Partially paved Forest

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Easy

Out & Back

West Vancouver

First Lake via Baden-Powell Trail

Enjoy this 8.5-km out-and-back trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 36 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 July through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8.5 km

Elevation

+318m

Time

2 h 36 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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