Wildlife Viewing Trails in British Columbia

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West Vancouver

Cleveland Dam to West Lake via Baden Powell Trail

Head out on this 13.7-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 13 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 April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

13.7 km

Elevation

+802m

Time

5 h 13 min

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Squamish

Petgill Lake Trail

Experience this 10.3-km out-and-back trail near Britannia Beach, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 4 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 March through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

10.3 km

Elevation

+645m

Time

4 h 4 min

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Abbotsford

Chadsey Lake

Check out this 10.8-km out-and-back trail near Dewdney, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 23 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 April through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

10.8 km

Elevation

+705m

Time

4 h 23 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Moderate

Loop

Port Coquitlam

PoCo Traboulay Trail Loop

Discover this 25.3-km loop trail near Port Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 4 h 44 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, mountain 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

25.3 km

Elevation

+83m

Time

4 h 44 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Loop

Squamish

Brohm Lake Interpretive Forest

Get to know this 8.0-km loop trail near Cheakamus 11, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 45 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 March through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8 km

Elevation

+377m

Time

2 h 45 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Delta

Boundary Bay Dyke Trail

Experience this 34.4-km out-and-back trail near Delta, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 6 h 18 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, 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

34.4 km

Elevation

+73m

Time

6 h 18 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Chilliwack

Cheam Peak

Experience this 8.7-km out-and-back trail near Bridall Falls, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for hiking, snowshoeing, and running, 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

8.7 km

Elevation

+679m

Time

1 h 26 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Chilliwack

Mount Laughington

Head out on this 12.9-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 14 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 best times to visit this trail are June through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

12.9 km

Elevation

+854m

Time

5 h 14 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Moderate

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Whistler

Section 102

Try this 3.9-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 34 min to complete. This trail is great for hiking and mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.

Distance

3.9 km

Elevation

+252m

Time

1 h 34 min

Forest Lake Wildlife

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West Vancouver

Mount Strachan

Discover this 7.2-km out-and-back trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.2 km

Elevation

+590m

Time

6 h 51 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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North Vancouver

Grouse Mountain Highway

Head out on this 23.8-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 51 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 best times to visit this trail are May through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

23.8 km

Elevation

+760m

Time

6 h 51 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Hope

Zoa Peak Trail

Get to know this 8.0-km out-and-back trail near Tulameen, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 40 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, 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 October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8 km

Elevation

+645m

Time

3 h 40 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Moderate

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Chilliwack

Lindeman and Greendrop Lakes Trail

Get to know this 11.9-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 March through October. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

11.9 km

Elevation

+493m

Time

1 h 39 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Lake

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Moderate

Loop

Coquitlam

Diez Vistas and Lake Buntzen Loop

Enjoy this 12.9-km loop trail near Anmore, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 30 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 February through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

12.9 km

Elevation

+637m

Time

4 h 30 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Beach Forest

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Moderate

Loop

Coquitlam

Ridge Park Loop Trail

Experience this 4.5-km loop trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 43 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.

Distance

4.5 km

Elevation

+268m

Time

1 h 43 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Kid friendly Forest River

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Squamish

Garibaldi Lake

Experience this 18.2-km out-and-back trail near Garibaldi, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 36 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, birding, and camping, 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

18.2 km

Elevation

+979m

Time

6 h 36 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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North Vancouver

Jenkins Brook Falls and Brighton Beach Lookout

Head out on this 13.7-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 July through October.

Distance

13.7 km

Elevation

+810m

Time

2 h 2 min

Forest Views Waterfall

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Abbotsford

Sumas Mountain Trail

Discover this 14.2-km out-and-back trail near Dewdney, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 54 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 April through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

14.2 km

Elevation

+972m

Time

5 h 54 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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