Wildlife Viewing Trails in British Columbia

Hard

Out & Back

Manning Park

Frosty Mountain Trail

Head out on this 20.9-km out-and-back trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 59 min to complete. 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 May through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

20.9 km

Elevation

+1,231m

Time

7 h 59 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Beach Forest

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Point to Point

North Vancouver

Grouse Mountain via Grouse Grind and Heaven's Sake

Bummer, this trail is closed. We'll update this page if and when it reopens.

Distance

4.2 km

Elevation

+939m

Time

2 h 24 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Views

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Loop

North Vancouver

MacKay Creek Trail Loop

Try this 3.7-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 33 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 April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

3.7 km

Elevation

+542m

Time

2 h 33 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Hard

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Seymour Dam via Fisherman's Trail and Spur 4

Explore this 33.6-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a popular trail for 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. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

33.6 km

Elevation

+605m

Time

42 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Forest

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Harrison Hot Springs

Slollicum Peak Trail

Discover this 13.4-km out-and-back trail near Harrison Hot Springs, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 34 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many 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

13.4 km

Elevation

+1,207m

Time

6 h 34 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Out & Back

Chilliwack

Ford Mountain

Try this 4.2-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 22 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, off-road driving, 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.

Distance

4.2 km

Elevation

+470m

Time

2 h 22 min

Forest Views Wildlife

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Point to Point

Bowen Island

Baden-Powell Trail: Horseshoe Bay - Deep Cove

Proceed cautiously on this 43.6-km point--point 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 backpacking, camping, and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are May through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

43.6 km

Elevation

+2,425m

Time

2 h 1 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Very Hard

Out & Back

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

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Squamish

Helm Glacier

Check out this 31.7-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and 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. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

31.7 km

Elevation

+1,493m

Time

5 h 45 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Hard

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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Hard

Loop

Whistler

Screaming Cat and Iceberg Lake Loop

Head out on this 20.1-km loop trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 49 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are August through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

20.1 km

Elevation

+1,221m

Time

7 h 49 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Very Hard

Out & Back

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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Hard

Out & Back

Whistler

Himmelsbach Hut - Fitzsimmons Range

Try this 10.3-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for backpacking, birding, and 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

10.3 km

Elevation

+908m

Time

3 h 12 min

Forest Lake Views

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Out & Back

Whistler

Mount Weart

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 10 h 33 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 May through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

17.9 km

Elevation

+2,114m

Time

10 h 33 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Out & Back

Whistler

Wedge Mountain

Head out on this 21.2-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

21.2 km

Elevation

+2,451m

Time

6 h 6 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Point to Point

North Vancouver

Skyline and Simic Trail

Head out on this 2.9-km point-to-point trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 48 min to complete. 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 May through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+736m

Time

1 h 48 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Point to Point

Whistler

Ascent Trail (Little Burn, Big Burn and Heart Burn)

Discover this 6.4-km point-to-point trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 8 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through September. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

6.4 km

Elevation

+1,144m

Time

3 h 8 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Views

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Hard

Loop

North Vancouver

3 Summit Loop

Proceed cautiously on this 24.8-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a highly challenging route, it takes an average of 8 h 56 min to complete and should only be attempted by experienced adventurers. This trail is great for 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

24.8 km

Elevation

+1,304m

Time

8 h 56 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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