Wildlife Viewing Trails in British Columbia

Moderate

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Goat Mountain

Try this 7.2-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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 July through October.

Distance

7.2 km

Elevation

+371m

Time

7 h 41 min

Forest Lake River

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Very Hard

Out & Back

West Vancouver

The West Lion

Enjoy this 14.6-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 7 h 41 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 May through October. You'll need to leave pups at home — dogs aren't allowed on this trail.

Distance

14.6 km

Elevation

+1,462m

Time

7 h 41 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest River

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Easy

Loop

Maple Ridge

Kanaka Creek

Head out on this 2.3-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 44 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, 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

2.3 km

Elevation

+92m

Time

44 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Easy

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Cypress Falls Trail

Check out this 2.7-km out-and-back trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 55 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, 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 and may be off-leash in some areas.

Distance

2.7 km

Elevation

+124m

Time

55 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Kid friendly Forest

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Expert

Out & Back

Chilliwack

Flora Lake Trail

Get to know this 16.3-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley E, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. This is a popular trail for backpacking, camping, and fishing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are May through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

16.3 km

Elevation

+1,709m

Time

1 h 38 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Expert

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Mount Harvey

Discover this 11.3-km out-and-back trail near Lions Bay, 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

11.3 km

Elevation

+1,407m

Time

1 h 38 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Vancouver

Spanish Banks and Jericho Beach

Check out this 8.5-km out-and-back trail near Kitsilano, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 38 min to complete. This is a very popular area for mountain biking, 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

8.5 km

Elevation

+37m

Time

1 h 38 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Very Hard

Out & Back

Whistler

Flute Summit via Singing Pass

Enjoy this 30.4-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 11 h 18 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, snowshoeing, 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

30.4 km

Elevation

+1,699m

Time

11 h 18 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Moderate

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Quarry Rock Lookout from Deep Cove

Check out this 3.9-km out-and-back trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 24 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter 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.

Distance

3.9 km

Elevation

+206m

Time

1 h 24 min

🐶 Dog-Friendly Dog friendly Kid friendly Forest

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Challenging

Out & Back

Squamish

Red Heather Meadows to Elfin Lakes

Discover this 20.3-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 24 min to complete. This is a very popular area for backpacking, camping, and cross-country skiing, 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

20.3 km

Elevation

+812m

Time

6 h 24 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Forest Lake

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Easy

Out & Back

Whistler

Cheakamus Lake

Check out this 7.7-km out-and-back trail near Whistler, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This is a very popular area for camping, hiking, and mountain biking, 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

7.7 km

Elevation

+294m

Time

37 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Forest

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Very Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Rice Lake Loop

Enjoy this 2.9-km loop trail near Maplewood, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 37 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, fishing, and running, 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

2.9 km

Elevation

+30m

Time

37 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Moderate

Out & Back

West Vancouver

Hollyburn Peak Trail

Discover 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 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 July through November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.9 km

Elevation

+432m

Time

2 h 54 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Out & Back

Mission

Hoover Lake Trail

Check out this 7.9-km out-and-back trail near Stave Falls, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 38 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.9 km

Elevation

+356m

Time

2 h 38 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Beach

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Hard

Out & Back

Squamish

Stawamus Chief via Shannon Falls

Try this 8.0-km out-and-back trail near Squamish, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 6 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 November. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

8 km

Elevation

+765m

Time

4 h 6 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Very Easy

Loop

Surrey

Serpentine Loop Trail

Try this 2.6-km loop trail near Barnston Island, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 32 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, 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. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.6 km

Elevation

+24m

Time

32 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Very Easy

Loop

Burnaby

Deer Lake Trail

Head out on this 4.5-km loop trail near Burnaby, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 55 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and paddle sports, 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

4.5 km

Elevation

+34m

Time

55 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Partially paved

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Richmond

West Dyke Trail

Head out on this 11.9-km out-and-back trail near Richmond, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 12 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, 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

11.9 km

Elevation

+29m

Time

2 h 12 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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