British Columbia
Explore the lush rainforests, vast mountain ranges, and wild backcountry of British Columbia. Whether you're skiing along the Powder Highway, climbing in the Bugaboos, or venturing into the endless and untamed landscapes of Northern BC, there are adventures to be found everywhere.
Top Spots in and near British Columbia
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Nelson, British Columbia
Hike Pulpit Rock and Flagpole, BC
3.51.9 mi / 1000 ft gainThis local trail starting from Johnstone Road is locally famous and really well maintained. Located off the other shore of Kootenay Lake, this hike reveals a beautiful view of the town of Nelson and the surrounding mountains.This trail is doable in all seasons and although it can be steep at some...Read more -
Nanaimo F, British Columbia
Summit Mt. Cokely via the Historic CPR Trail
5.012.4 mi / 1000 ft gainThe trail from Cameron Lake to the top of Mount Cokely (5302') provides the most ready access to the alpine on Southern Vancouver Island. The route is straightforward and non-technical, albeit physically challenging. Expect to spend 6-8+ hours if hiking the entire route described below (which we ...Read more -
D'Arcy, British Columbia
Paddle Duffey Lake
Duffey Lake sits just under Cayoosh Pass on the Duffey Lake Road (HWY 99), one of the most scenic drives in southwestern BC. Leaving from Pemberton, you'll climb just under 4000ft up to the lake, which is nestled between big, steep mountains, with the impressive Joffre group at the southwestern e...Read more -
Comox-Strathcona C, British Columbia
Backpack to Circlet Lake Campground
13.9 mi / 2664 ft gainIf you are looking for a beautiful, stress-free campground nestled in the mountains far from the city but within a morning's drive and a day's walking distance, suitable for the whole family and offers tons of activities, Circlet Lake is the right choice for you. It features an alpine lake that i...Read more -
East Kootenay C, British Columbia
Bear Lake Trail
4.01.92 mi / 1124.45 ft gainStart your hike at 6,100 feet elevation at the parking lot. The first section of the trail will take you through the forest on a rather steep trail. After half a mile keep left on the main trail that leads you away from the creek. Watch your step, the gully you're walking in can be slippery at ti...Read more -
East Kootenay G, British Columbia
Hike to Cobalt Lake
5.010 mi / 2400 ft gainYou most likely won't find another person hiking this trail the same day as you, and for good reason; the trailhead is at the end of a 55 km gravel road that begins at British Columbia Highway 95, near the remote town of Spillimacheen. There is helicopter transportation if you are staying at the ...Read more -
Tofino, British Columbia
Explore Tide Pools at Chesterman Beach, Tofino, BC
4.81 mi / 30 ft gainBeyond surfing, skim boarding, biking, and hiking, there are plenty of beaches to comb and coastal tide pools to explore near Tofino BC. The best rocky coastal tide pools are between North Chesterman and South Chesterman beach just 3.6 miles south of the town of Tofino. This area is also known as...Read more -
Hixon, British Columbia
Explore Hixon Falls
4.31.23 mi / 197 ft gainThe 100 foot Hixon Falls cascades into a deep pool, and then flows down into two more deep pools. The walk to Hixon Falls is short and easy, but once you are at the big rock there is a not so sturdy 2x4 piece of wood used as a make shift bridge to get closer to the falls. Be very careful crossin...Read more -
South Hazelton, British Columbia
Hike the New Hazelton Lookout and Waterfall Trail
4.01.2 mi / 49.2 ft gainThis waterfall almost looks like it belongs in Oregon or Washington but instead its in Northern British Columbia in a cute little mountain town. The hike is an easy, gradual and well maintained trail. To get to the trailhead drive to the end of Laurier Street in New Hazleton and you'll see the s...Read more -
Upper Fraser, British Columbia
Photograph Kinuseo Falls
4.01.2 miKinuseo Falls is located in Monkman Provincial Park just south of Tumbler Ridge in Northern British Columbia. This waterfall is the largest one in the park. Believe it or not, Kinuseo Falls is also taller than Niagara falls in Ontario by about 9 metres. Kinuseo Falls, on the Murray River, is situ...Read more -
Pemberton, British Columbia
Tenquille Lake
14.99 mi / 3373 ft gainTenquille Lake is the perfect spot to head from Vancouver if you have the time for a long drive and are looking for a people-less adventure. The hike is a manageable 24km round trip with a 1,000m elevation gain that takes you through wildflower meadows, lush forest, and past some stunning views...Read more -
Kitimat, British Columbia
Backpack to Clague Cabin
5 mi / 2300 ft gainFrom the Kitimat Service Centre head north along Enterprise Avenue until you reach the Wedeene Mainline Forestry Road. Continue north along the mainline for approximately 1 km. Turn left and follow the rough road for approximately 2 km. to the trailhead. Trail is gated approx 0.5 km from trailhea...Read more -
New Denver, British Columbia
Hike to Lyle Lakes, BC
3.7 mi / 2132.5 ft gainThe Lyle Lakes hike starts with the access - as most do in the Kootenays it requires finding the trailhead! Turn off HWY 31A onto Rossiter Road, about 24km's from Kaslo and 23Km from New Denver. Here, follow the main route on the forestry roads for 7km to the trailhead, noting to bear left at 5.9...Read more -
Field, British Columbia
Rock Climb Takakkaw Falls
5.0Summit Elevation- 991 ftNamed after Bernie Schiesser and Sid Marty- Park warden at the time- Takakkaw is derived from a cree word meaning “It is wonderful”5.6- 12 pitches- MixedPark in the designated parking area for Takakkaw Falls in Yoho National Park, Follow a paved trail to the base of the wa...Read more -
Nanoose Bay, British Columbia
Hike to Bonnell Creek Falls
5.01.9 miThis trail isn't much to look at but it's all about the destination here as you will stumble upon scenic waterfalls nestled in the quiet Nanoose Bay area. Turn off the highway next onto Sea Blush Drive next to the Arlington Pub in Nanoose BC. Take your first right onto Sundew Place. Start your wa...Read more -
D'Arcy, British Columbia
Overnight at Keith's Hut
2.05.6 mi / 1312.3 ft gainStarting from the side of the highway outside of Pemberton, continue towards Duffy Lake past Joffre Lake trail head. Cross the Cayoosh Creek bridge and pass the work sheds on your right with a green roof, 3.3km from this is a shoulder and between no-stopping avalanches areas, you will see a pull ...Read more