Wildlife Viewing Trails in British Columbia

Challenging

Out & Back

Manning Park

Burnt Knoll via Fat Dog Trail

Check out this 14.0-km out-and-back trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 4 h 51 min to complete. This is a popular trail for camping and hiking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

14 km

Elevation

+684m

Time

4 h 51 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Easy

Loop

Manning Park

Cambie Creek Loop via Fat Dog Trail

Experience this 4.7-km loop trail near Manning Park, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 26 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and snowshoeing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are December through March. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.7 km

Elevation

+177m

Time

1 h 26 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

East Cypress Creek Trail, 5th Horseman, & BLT

Explore this 6.1-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This trail is great for mountain biking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

6.1 km

Elevation

+376m

Time

1 h 58 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Partially paved Forest

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Easy

Out & Back

Boston Bar

Mehatl Falls Trail

Experience this 7.9-km out-and-back trail near Fraser Valley A, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 58 min to complete. This trail is great for birding and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

7.9 km

Elevation

+164m

Time

1 h 58 min

Forest River Views

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Moderate

Loop

West Vancouver

Blue Gentian Lake Loop via Millstream Park

Get to know this 7.2-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 50 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 September.

Distance

7.2 km

Elevation

+447m

Time

2 h 50 min

Forest Lake Views

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Challenging

Loop

West Vancouver

Lawson Creek Forestry Heritage Walk

Try this 4.3-km loop trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 54 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, 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 September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.3 km

Elevation

+327m

Time

1 h 54 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Views

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Challenging

Out & Back

Sechelt

McNair Lake Trail

Check out this 22.7-km out-and-back trail near Sunshine Coast B, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 47 min to complete. This trail is great for backpacking, camping, and hiking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring.

Distance

22.7 km

Elevation

+802m

Time

6 h 47 min

Forest Lake Views

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Very Easy

Loop

Maple Ridge

UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest Green Trail

Try this 3.1-km loop trail near Maple Ridge, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 44 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

3.1 km

Elevation

+56m

Time

44 min

🚫 No Dogs No dogs Kid friendly Forest

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Expert

Point to Point

West Vancouver

Baden-Powell Trail: Horseshoe Bay to Cypress Mountain Resort

Experience this 9.2-km point-to-point trail near West Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a challenging route. 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

9.2 km

Elevation

+1,138m

Time

2 h 6 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest Lake

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Easy

Loop

North Vancouver

Seymour River Suspension Bridge Loop via Twin Bridges Trail

Discover this 7.2-km loop trail near North Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 6 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 trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

7.2 km

Elevation

+238m

Time

2 h 6 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Moderate

Loop

Chilliwack

Duck Farm Loop

Experience this 5.3-km loop trail near Fraser Valley Regional, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 57 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 May.

Distance

5.3 km

Elevation

+292m

Time

1 h 57 min

Forest Views Wildlife

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Very Easy

Out & Back

Burnaby

Confederation Park to Montrose Park via Trans Canada Trail

Experience this 4.3-km out-and-back trail near Burnaby, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 57 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, road biking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are February through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.3 km

Elevation

+51m

Time

57 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

View Guide

Very Easy

Loop

Vancouver

Musqueam Park Loop

Enjoy this 2.4-km loop trail near Vancouver, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 30 min to complete. This trail is great for horseback riding, running, and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are June through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.4 km

Elevation

+22m

Time

30 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

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Very Easy

Out & Back

White Rock

Nicomekl River Paddle

Experience this 11.6-km out-and-back trail near White Rock, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. This trail is great for birding and paddle sports, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are April through October.

Distance

11.6 km

Elevation

+9m

Time

1 h 9 min

Kid friendly Beach Forest

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Easy

Loop

Abbotsford

Lower and Upper Ambidextrous Trail

Try this 4.0-km loop trail near Abbotsford, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 9 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

4 km

Elevation

+129m

Time

1 h 9 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Cave Forest

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Easy

Out & Back

Coquitlam

Addington Lookout via Fern Trail

Enjoy this 2.9-km out-and-back trail near Coquitlam, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 52 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The best times to visit this trail are February through August. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

2.9 km

Elevation

+102m

Time

52 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Forest

View Guide

Very Easy

Point to Point

Richmond

Railway Trail

Try this 4.7-km point-to-point trail near Richmond, British Columbia. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 50 min to complete. This is a popular trail for mountain biking, road biking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit this trail are April through September. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.

Distance

4.7 km

Elevation

+5m

Time

50 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Kid friendly Stroller friendly

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Easy

Out & Back

North Vancouver

Bridle Trail

Discover this 9.8-km out-and-back trail near Burrard Inlet 3, British Columbia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 2 h 56 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

9.8 km

Elevation

+348m

Time

2 h 56 min

🐕 Dogs on Leash Dogs on leash Forest River

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