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Scenic Walking Trails in British Columbia

Gentle walking trails, lakeside paths, and scenic nature strolls throughout British Columbia.

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Smoke Bluffs Loop Trail trail photo
Moderate
Loop
Squamish

Smoke Bluffs Loop Trail

Discover this 2.7-km loop trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 8 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, rock climbing, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.

Distance
2.7 km
Elevation
+193m
Time
1 h 8 min
Partially paved Forest Views
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Himmelsbach Hut - Whirlwind Peak trail photo
Challenging
Out & Back
Whistler

Himmelsbach Hut - Whirlwind Peak

Explore this 6.8-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for backpacking and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many 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
6.8 km
Elevation
+581m
Time
3 h 12 min
🚫 No Dogs No dogs Lake Views
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Progression, Dudette, Susie O Street, and Guy's Gulch Loop trail photo
Moderate
Loop
Roberts Creek

Progression, Dudette, Susie O Street, and Guy's Gulch Loop

Get to know this 10.1-km loop trail near Sunshine Coast E, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 12 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through October.

Distance
10.1 km
Elevation
+406m
Time
3 h 12 min
River Views
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Sasamat Lake to Buntzen Lake trail photo
Moderate
Out & Back
Coquitlam

Sasamat Lake to Buntzen Lake

Enjoy this 7.7-km out-and-back trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 55 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are February through August.

Distance
7.7 km
Elevation
+448m
Time
2 h 55 min
Forest Lake Views
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MacDaddy Pass trail photo
Challenging
Out & Back
Whistler

MacDaddy Pass

Try this 15.0-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 6 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
15 km
Elevation
+992m
Time
6 h 6 min
Forest Views
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Poland Lake Trail trail photo
Challenging
Out & Back
Manning Park

Poland Lake Trail

Experience this 16.4-km out-and-back trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 21 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 best times to visit this trail are July through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance
16.4 km
Elevation
+703m
Time
5 h 21 min
🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Lake Views
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Mount Gardner - Killarney Lake trail photo
Challenging
Loop
Bowen Island

Mount Gardner - Killarney Lake

Proceed cautiously on this 15.9-km loop trail near Bowen Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This is a popular trail for hiking, mountain biking, 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.

Distance
15.9 km
Elevation
+810m
Time
1 h 49 min
Forest Lake River
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Second Narrows and Lions Gate (Road Cycling) trail photo
Moderate
Loop
Vancouver

Second Narrows and Lions Gate (Road Cycling)

Head out on this 25.9-km loop trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 36 min to complete. This is a popular trail for road biking, 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.

Distance
25.9 km
Elevation
+300m
Time
5 h 36 min
Paved Beach Forest
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Baden Powell Trail via Hyannis to Mount Seymour trail photo
Moderate
Out & Back
North Vancouver

Baden Powell Trail via Hyannis to Mount Seymour

Get to know this 8.5-km out-and-back trail near Maplewood, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 56 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, snowshoeing, 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.

Cypress Lake Trail trail photo
Moderate
Out & Back
Coquitlam

Cypress Lake Trail

Try this 8.0-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, 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 and may be off-leash in some areas.

Matsqui Lookout trail photo
Moderate
Out & Back
Mission

Matsqui Lookout

Check out this 5.0-km out-and-back trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 51 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and walking, 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.

Burnaby Mountain Tour trail photo
Challenging
Loop
Burnaby

Burnaby Mountain Tour

Enjoy this 20.0-km loop trail near Burnaby, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 1 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, but must be on a leash.