Scenic Walking Trails in British Columbia

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Pitt Meadows

Widgeon Lake Trail

Enjoy this 27.7-km out-and-back trail near Pitt Meadows, 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 June through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

27.7 km

Elevation

+922m

Time

2 h 45 min

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Chilliwack

Mount Slesse Memorial Trail

Try this 13.2-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 50 min to complete. This is a popular trail for camping, hiking, and rock climbing, 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

13.2 km

Elevation

+1,005m

Time

5 h 50 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest River

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Whistler

Pigs on the Wing Trail

Head out on this 17.9-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 25 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are March through October.

Distance

17.9 km

Elevation

+1,503m

Time

8 h 25 min

Forest River Views

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Yale

Spirit Caves Trail

Discover this 5.6-km out-and-back trail near Yale, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for hiking, 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

5.6 km

Elevation

+552m

Time

2 h 2 min

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Whistler

Panorama Ridge via Helm Creek Trail

Get to know this 29.9-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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

29.9 km

Elevation

+1,615m

Time

1 h 34 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Coquitlam

Munro Lake Lookout Trail

Check out this 4.2-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 55 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 October.

Distance

4.2 km

Elevation

+628m

Time

2 h 55 min

Forest Lake Views

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Mission

Dewdney Cabin South Trail

Enjoy this 3.4-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley G, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 43 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 April through September.

Distance

3.4 km

Elevation

+609m

Time

2 h 43 min

Views Wildflowers

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Mission

Dewdney Cabin North Trail

Explore this 4.2-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley G, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 32 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 April through October.

Distance

4.2 km

Elevation

+518m

Time

2 h 32 min

Views Historic site

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Squamish

Cloudburst Mountain

Proceed cautiously on this 6.6-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This is a popular trail for hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are May through September.

Distance

6.6 km

Elevation

+797m

Time

20 min

Forest Views Wildflowers

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Chilliwack

Knight Peak

Proceed cautiously on this 11.3-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This trail is great for camping, hiking, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through September.

Distance

11.3 km

Elevation

+1,469m

Time

2 h 34 min

Forest Views Wildflowers

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Very Hard

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Chilliwack

Mount Mercer

Enjoy this 14.8-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for backpacking, hiking, and snowshoeing, 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 and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

14.8 km

Elevation

+1,322m

Time

3 h 45 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Views

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Squamish

Skyline Ridge

Enjoy this 20.1-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 9 h 10 min to complete. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

20.1 km

Elevation

+1,609m

Time

9 h 10 min

Forest Views Waterfall

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Yale

Yak Peak Trail

Experience this 6.4-km out-and-back trail near Albert Flat 5, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for hiking, 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

6.4 km

Elevation

+789m

Time

5 h 11 min

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Loop

Mission

Mount St. Benedict Loop

Get to know this 12.6-km loop trail near Fraser Valley F, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 45 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.

Distance

12.6 km

Elevation

+1,010m

Time

5 h 45 min

Forest Lake River

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Whistler

Big Burn, Heart Burn, and Overlord Trail

Try this 15.9-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 31 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through September.

Distance

15.9 km

Elevation

+1,350m

Time

7 h 31 min

Forest Lake Views

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Point to Point

Halfmoon Bay

Suncoaster Bike Trail

Check out this 37.5-km point-to-point trail near Sunshine Coast B, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 9 h 52 min to complete. This is a popular trail for camping, hiking, and horseback riding, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

37.5 km

Elevation

+904m

Time

9 h 52 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Lake

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Mission

Nicomen Peak

Experience this 14.8-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley G, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 2 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

Distance

14.8 km

Elevation

+1,262m

Time

7 h 2 min

Forest Views Wildflowers

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Point to Point

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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