Panoramic Viewpoint Trails in British Columbia

Very Easy

Out & Back

White Rock

Crescent Beach Path

Get to know this 2.7-km out-and-back trail near White Rock, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 30 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, running, 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.7 km

Elevation

+7m

Time

30 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Beach

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Easy

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

East Canyon Trail

Explore this 8.7-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 19 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and road biking, 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

8.7 km

Elevation

+231m

Time

2 h 19 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Port Moody

Port Moody Shoreline Trail

Experience this 5.8-km out-and-back trail near Port Moody, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 6 min to complete. This is a very popular area for mountain biking, road 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

5.8 km

Elevation

+24m

Time

1 h 6 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Very Easy

Point to Point

Whistler

Crank it Up

Try this 2.9-km point-to-point trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route. This is a popular trail for mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+2m

Time

9 h 54 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Forest

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Golden Ears Summit Trail

Proceed cautiously on this 22.5-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it takes an average of 9 h 54 min to complete and should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This is a very popular area for birding, camping, and hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are March through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

22.5 km

Elevation

+1,697m

Time

9 h 54 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Easy

Loop

Langley

Pepin Brook and Rock'N Horse Trail

Check out this 5.5-km loop trail near Aldergrove, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 22 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

5.5 km

Elevation

+117m

Time

1 h 22 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Pitt Meadows

Chatham Reach

Try this 10.6-km out-and-back trail near Pitt Meadows, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 58 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, mountain biking, and road biking, 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

10.6 km

Elevation

+29m

Time

1 h 58 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Moderate

Loop

Coquitlam

Diez Vistas and Lake Buntzen Loop

Enjoy this 12.9-km loop trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 30 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

12.9 km

Elevation

+637m

Time

4 h 30 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Beach Forest

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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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Hard

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Hector Ferguson Lake Trail

Discover this 29.0-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 12 min to complete. 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 September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

29 km

Elevation

+892m

Time

8 h 12 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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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

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

View Guide

Easy

Loop

Burnaby

Pandora and Trans Canada Loop Trail

Head out on this 3.4-km loop trail near Burnaby, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 11 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, 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

3.4 km

Elevation

+171m

Time

1 h 11 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

View Guide

Very Hard

Loop

Coquitlam

Dilly Dally Loop

Try this 22.7-km loop trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 9 h 27 min to complete. 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

22.7 km

Elevation

+1,561m

Time

9 h 27 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Beach Forest

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

Delta

Deas Island

Get to know this 4.7-km loop trail near Delta, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 52 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, 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

4.7 km

Elevation

+16m

Time

52 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Expert

Out & Back

Yale

Mount Lincoln Trail

Discover this 2.7-km out-and-back trail near Yale, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 28 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 March through October.

Distance

2.7 km

Elevation

+565m

Time

2 h 28 min

Forest Views Wildflowers

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Easy

Out & Back

Pitt Meadows

Alouette River Dykes Trail

Explore this 14.0-km out-and-back trail near Pitt Meadows, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 34 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

14 km

Elevation

+30m

Time

2 h 34 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly River

View Guide

Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Twin Bridges and Homestead Trail Loop

Head out on this 4.5-km loop trail near Maplewood, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 12 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, 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

4.5 km

Elevation

+119m

Time

1 h 12 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Cave

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Garibaldi Lake

Experience this 18.2-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 36 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, birding, and camping, 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

18.2 km

Elevation

+979m

Time

6 h 36 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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