Wildlife Viewing Trails in British Columbia

Moderate

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Mount Thom via Thom Creek Trail

Try this 6.4-km out-and-back trail near Tzeachten 13, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 39 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, horseback riding, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are March through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

6.4 km

Elevation

+435m

Time

2 h 39 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Moderate

Loop

North Vancouver

Norvan Falls via Lynn Loop Trail and Headwaters Trail

Head out on this 15.1-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 20 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

15.1 km

Elevation

+478m

Time

4 h 20 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Sea to Sky Summit Trail (Upper Shannon Falls Trail)

Head out on this 17.7-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, 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 March through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

17.7 km

Elevation

+1,017m

Time

3 h 44 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Moderate

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Norvan Falls

Experience this 14.0-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 44 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.

Distance

14 km

Elevation

+363m

Time

3 h 44 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Black Mountain Loop

Enjoy this 5.3-km loop trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 11 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

5.3 km

Elevation

+358m

Time

2 h 11 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Challenging

Loop

West Vancouver

Trudi's Trail

Explore this 2.7-km loop trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 18 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.7 km

Elevation

+233m

Time

1 h 18 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Out & Back

Vancouver

Coal Harbour Via Stanley Park Seawall

Check out this 25.4-km out-and-back trail near Granville Island, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 5 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, road 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

25.4 km

Elevation

+178m

Time

5 h 5 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Challenging

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Mount Seymour

Try this 8.2-km out-and-back trail near Woodlands, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for camping, hiking, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter 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

8.2 km

Elevation

+564m

Time

2 h 34 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Moderate

Out & Back

Hope

Ottomite Mountain Trail

Try this 7.7-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley B, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 34 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 July through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.7 km

Elevation

+340m

Time

2 h 34 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Hollyburn Mountain Lower Loop

Experience this 8.9-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 2 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 July through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8.9 km

Elevation

+421m

Time

3 h 2 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Eagle Bluffs via Black Mountain Trail

Enjoy this 7.9-km out-and-back trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 55 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

7.9 km

Elevation

+437m

Time

2 h 55 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Challenging

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Baden Powell Trail: Lynn Canyon to Grouse Mountain Park

Head out on this 14.6-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 39 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

14.6 km

Elevation

+879m

Time

5 h 39 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Bowen Lookout and Saint Marks Summit via Howe Sound Crest Trail

Try this 10.9-km loop trail near Strachan Creek, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 1 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 July through November. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

10.9 km

Elevation

+598m

Time

4 h 1 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Challenging

Point to Point

North Vancouver

Baden Powell Trail: Deep Cove to Lynn Canyon

Head out on this 11.9-km point-to-point trail near Woodlands, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 12 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 November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

11.9 km

Elevation

+656m

Time

4 h 12 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Beach

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Challenging

Loop

Maple Ridge

Blue Mountain Trail

Explore this 16.1-km loop trail near Whonnock 1, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for birding and mountain biking, 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 and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

16.1 km

Elevation

+788m

Time

4 h 46 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Forest Lake

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Challenging

Out & Back

Whistler

Brandywine Meadows

Head out on this 11.1-km out-and-back trail near Black Tusk Village, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 46 min to complete. This is a very popular area for camping, hiking, and snowshoeing, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are July through October. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

11.1 km

Elevation

+807m

Time

4 h 46 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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Challenging

Out & Back

Whistler

Ring Lake and Conflict Lake

Head out on this 18.8-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 5 h 56 min to complete. 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. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

18.8 km

Elevation

+749m

Time

5 h 56 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Watersprite Lake (Summer Route)

Discover this 16.9-km out-and-back trail near Seaichem 16, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and 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

16.9 km

Elevation

+704m

Time

1 h 34 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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