Panoramic Viewpoint Trails in British Columbia

Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Procrastination and Berm Trail Loop

Get to know this 3.4-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 5 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 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

+138m

Time

1 h 5 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Loop

North Vancouver

Seymour Grind Loop

Enjoy this 7.2-km loop trail near Burrard Inlet 3, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 29 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

7.2 km

Elevation

+346m

Time

2 h 29 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Partially paved Forest

View Guide

Very Easy

Out & Back

Vancouver

Devonian Harbour Park to Harbour Green Park

Enjoy this 3.5-km out-and-back trail near Granville Island, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 40 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, 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

3.5 km

Elevation

+11m

Time

40 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Lost Lagoon and Rose Garden Loop

Enjoy this 3.2-km loop trail near Capilano 5, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 39 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 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

+22m

Time

39 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Loop of the Siwash Rock and Merilees Trails

Try this 2.9-km loop trail near Capilano 5, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 47 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, 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

2.9 km

Elevation

+78m

Time

47 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Hard

Out & Back

Squamish

Deeks Lake

Enjoy this 14.6-km out-and-back trail near Porteau, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 12 min to complete. This is a very popular area for camping, hiking, and running, so you'll likely encounter 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

14.6 km

Elevation

+1,031m

Time

6 h 12 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

View Guide

Easy

Loop

Vancouver

Beaver Lake - Stanley Park Seawall

Discover this 7.9-km loop trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 53 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, mountain biking, and road biking, 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

7.9 km

Elevation

+142m

Time

1 h 53 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

View Guide

Moderate

Loop

Whistler

Overlord, Lakeside & Decker Loop

Check out this 9.5-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 27 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 June through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

9.5 km

Elevation

+510m

Time

3 h 27 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Maplewood Flats Conservation Area Loop

Get to know this 4.0-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 44 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding and walking, 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

4 km

Elevation

+10m

Time

44 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Stroller friendly

View Guide

Challenging

Out & Back

Pender Harbour

Mount Daniel Trail

Get to know this 4.3-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Coast B, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 5 min to complete. 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 May through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.3 km

Elevation

+381m

Time

2 h 5 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

View Guide

Easy

Loop

Sechelt

Hidden Grove Purple, Blue, Red, Yellow and Blue Loops

Experience this 3.2-km loop trail near Sechelt, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 56 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

3.2 km

Elevation

+108m

Time

56 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Views

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

Sechelt

Kinnikinnick Park Pink Trail

Try this 2.9-km loop trail near Sechelt, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 38 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 March through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+35m

Time

38 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

View Guide

Very Easy

Out & Back

Halfmoon Bay

Smuggler Cove

Try this 4.3-km out-and-back trail near Secret Cove, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 4 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and walking, so you'll likely encounter 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

4.3 km

Elevation

+87m

Time

1 h 4 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

Squamish

The Panorama Trail

Explore this 1.9-km loop trail near Stawamus 24, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 30 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

Distance

1.9 km

Elevation

+45m

Time

30 min

Kid friendly Forest Views

View Guide

Easy

Loop

Whistler

Overlord Trail to Lakeside Loop

Get to know this 6.0-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 54 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. 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

6 km

Elevation

+243m

Time

1 h 54 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

View Guide

Moderate

Out & Back

Whistler

Whistler Mountain via Pika's and Mathew's Traverse

Experience this 6.6-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 31 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 June through October.

Distance

6.6 km

Elevation

+389m

Time

2 h 31 min

Kid friendly Forest Lake

View Guide

Expert

Out & Back

Squamish

Cheakamus River via Garibaldi Lake Trail

Check out this 42.3-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 15 h 18 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

42.3 km

Elevation

+2,250m

Time

15 h 18 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Barrier Lake and Lesser Garibaldi Lake

Try this 13.5-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 18 min to complete. 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

13.5 km

Elevation

+841m

Time

5 h 18 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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