Snowshoe Trails in British Columbia

Easy

Loop

Port Coquitlam

Addington Lookout, High Knoll, Lodge, Fern and Quarry Loop

Check out this 6.8-km loop trail near Port Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 3 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, but must be on a leash.

Distance

6.8 km

Elevation

+250m

Time

2 h 3 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Mount Thurston via Elk Mountain

Experience this 14.6-km out-and-back trail near Slesse Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 26 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, so you'll likely encounter 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

14.6 km

Elevation

+1,108m

Time

6 h 26 min

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Easy

Loop

Harrison Hot Springs

Weaver Lake Trail

Enjoy this 6.9-km loop trail near Hemlock Valley, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 45 min to complete. This is a popular trail for backpacking, birding, and camping, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are March through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

6.9 km

Elevation

+153m

Time

1 h 45 min

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Very Hard

Loop

Squamish

The Black Tusk

Discover this 25.9-km loop trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, 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

25.9 km

Elevation

+1,761m

Time

11 h 30 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Whistler

Garibaldi Lake Campground via Helm Creek Trail

Experience this 34.1-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 11 h 30 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

34.1 km

Elevation

+1,574m

Time

11 h 30 min

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Hard

Loop

Coquitlam

Eagle Ridge Trail

Experience this 13.8-km loop trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 2 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

13.8 km

Elevation

+1,027m

Time

6 h 2 min

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Very Hard

Loop

Manning Park

Frosty Mountain Loop

Discover this 27.2-km loop trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

27.2 km

Elevation

+1,468m

Time

6 h 18 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Cheam Peak

Experience this 8.7-km out-and-back trail near Bridall Falls, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for hiking, snowshoeing, 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

8.7 km

Elevation

+679m

Time

1 h 26 min

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Whistler

Wedgemount Lake and Tupper Lake

Discover this 11.9-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, 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

11.9 km

Elevation

+1,279m

Time

1 h 26 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Challenging

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Mount Laughington

Head out on this 12.9-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 14 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, 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 November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

12.9 km

Elevation

+854m

Time

5 h 14 min

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Hard

Out & Back

Gibsons

Mount Elphinstone Summit Trail

Experience this 12.4-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Coast F, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, 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

12.4 km

Elevation

+1,067m

Time

34 min

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Easy

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Gold Creek Lookout

Enjoy this 7.7-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 14 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, 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

7.7 km

Elevation

+254m

Time

2 h 14 min

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Very Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Goldie and Flower Lake Loop

Discover this 3.5-km loop trail near Woodlands, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 54 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 May through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.5 km

Elevation

+78m

Time

54 min

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Hard

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Coliseum Mountain

Try this 21.9-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 27 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

21.9 km

Elevation

+1,314m

Time

8 h 27 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Hope

Zoa Peak Trail

Get to know this 8.0-km out-and-back trail near Tulameen, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 40 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, 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 October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8 km

Elevation

+645m

Time

3 h 40 min

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Squamish

Brackendale Dykes Trail

Experience this 4.2-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 46 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, fishing, and mountain biking, 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 and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

4.2 km

Elevation

+11m

Time

46 min

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Moderate

Loop

Coquitlam

Ridge Park Loop Trail

Experience this 4.5-km loop trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 43 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.

Distance

4.5 km

Elevation

+268m

Time

1 h 43 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Kid friendly Forest River

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Expert

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Mount MacFarlane

Experience this 17.1-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking, birding, and camping, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

17.1 km

Elevation

+1,804m

Time

1 h 11 min

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