Waterfall Hiking Trails in British Columbia

Hard

Out & Back

Harrison Hot Springs

Pretty Peak

Discover this 13.2-km out-and-back trail near Harrison Mills, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 13 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, scenic driving, and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

13.2 km

Elevation

+1,115m

Time

6 h 13 min

Forest Lake River

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Easy

Out & Back

Squamish

Shannon Falls from Gondola

Explore this 1.6-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 28 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, 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

1.6 km

Elevation

+52m

Time

28 min

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Challenging

Loop

Mission

Stave Lake Paddle

Check out this 31.5-km loop trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for paddle sports, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

Distance

31.5 km

Elevation

+29m

Time

36 min

Forest Lake Views

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Very Easy

Loop

Mission

Hayward Lake Paddle

Explore this 12.2-km loop trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for paddle sports, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

Distance

12.2 km

Elevation

+10m

Time

36 min

Beach Forest Lake

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Moderate

Out & Back

Gibsons

Chaster Falls via Hwy 102

Experience this 7.2-km out-and-back trail near Granthams Landing, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 38 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.2 km

Elevation

+392m

Time

2 h 38 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Easy

Loop

Roberts Creek

Roberts Creek via Wicked Ditches

Try this 7.9-km loop trail near Roberts Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 8 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 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

+218m

Time

2 h 8 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Expert

Out & Back

Hope

Mount Grant

Get to know this 12.1-km out-and-back trail near Hope, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 9 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

12.1 km

Elevation

+1,721m

Time

8 h 9 min

Forest Lake Views

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Hard

Out & Back

Mission

79 Grind Trail

Experience this 5.3-km out-and-back trail near Stave Falls, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 52 min to complete. This is a very popular area for 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

5.3 km

Elevation

+556m

Time

2 h 52 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Maple Ridge

Mike Falls

Check out this 3.1-km out-and-back trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 44 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.1 km

Elevation

+56m

Time

44 min

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Moderate

Loop

Mission

Rolley Falls Trail

Get to know this 1.4-km loop trail near Mission, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 39 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are February through October.

Distance

1.4 km

Elevation

+110m

Time

39 min

Forest River Views

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Hard

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Burke North Summit

Enjoy this 24.0-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, 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 July through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

24 km

Elevation

+1,273m

Time

38 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Lake

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Very Easy

Loop

Squamish

The Covenant and Trestle Trail Loop

Check out this 3.7-km loop trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 59 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and skiing, 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

3.7 km

Elevation

+95m

Time

59 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Hope

Garnet Creek Falls

Enjoy this 21.4-km out-and-back trail near Hope, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 37 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and off-road driving, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are May through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

21.4 km

Elevation

+813m

Time

6 h 37 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Tatlow Nymph Pool

Discover this 24.9-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 59 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, paddle sports, and snowshoeing, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

24.9 km

Elevation

+456m

Time

5 h 59 min

Forest River Waterfall

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Easy

Loop

Maple Ridge

Whiskey Pond via UBC Malcolm Knapp Forest

Discover this 12.7-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 22 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking 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. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

12.7 km

Elevation

+324m

Time

3 h 22 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Challenging

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Liumchen Creek Valley

Try this 15.4-km out-and-back trail near Cultus Lake North, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 25 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, mountain biking, and off-road driving, 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

15.4 km

Elevation

+772m

Time

5 h 25 min

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Easy

Loop

Halfmoon Bay

Homesite Creek Falls via Brooks

Experience this 2.9-km loop trail near Halfmoon Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 48 min to complete. This trail is great for 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 August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+86m

Time

48 min

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Challenging

Out & Back

Whistler

19 Mile Creek Trail: Iceberg Lake

Discover this 14.2-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 51 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, 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

14.2 km

Elevation

+967m

Time

5 h 51 min

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