There are a few trails in Coquitlam area that are worthwhile for those into hiking…read more Crystal Falls in one of them. As mentioned in my previous review of Lions Park, this trail starts from Colony Farm near the entry of Coquitlam at Lougheed Highway and terminates far beyond Crystal Falls. It is a good 2-3 hour hike just one way. A more manageable trip would be to start from David and Shaughnessy Street in Coquitlam, if your destination is Crystal Falls. This takes approximately 1hr and 20 minutes on foot according to Google. However depending on the weather and road conditions, it may take significantly longer. Winter, rainy, muddy, lots of struck down trees. All in all, it is a good way to recharge and take in some rich oxygen to detox the work week.

The Crystal Falls trail was a very easy hike. For this particular section, the trail head starts at…read morethe end of Shaughnessy Street. Stay on the trail for about 40 minutes, going over a few streams and around many mud puddles after it has rained and you will come to the falls at the end. There were a few good stops along the way to sit, take in the river and to take in all the nature around you. Some parts of the trail can be narrow. Good for all ages, but can be tricky on some of the stream crossings.

Pinecone Burke Provincial Park is a wonderful place to spend some time exploring. The park is…read morenamed after Burke Mountain and Pinecone Lake. Burke Mountain was once the location of a Ski Resort and if you poke around enough you can still find remnants of the old operation up there. Old Cabins to some old machinery are tucked away along the trail. It makes for a good treasure hunt. There are three main access points for this park and two minor access point for this park. The three main access points are as follows: by Car at the end of Harper Road at the Gun Club and Quarry Road just after Minnekhada Regional Park and through and by kayak or Canoe through Widgeon Valley National Wildlife Area starting at Grant Narrows. The two minor access points are taking a water taxi to the far end of pit lake and accessing old logging roads on that side via bike or boot and on Mamquam FSR from Squamish (Mamquam FSR will get you to Pinecone lake). The portion of the trail near the Gun Club sounds like you are walking through WW3 and is a bit unnerving really but once you get around the corner and loose the sound the park comes to life with amazing forests and lakes to explore. The park is open year round but the higher elevations will require skis or snowshoes to access and care should be taken to not get into avalanche danger wile playing in the snow. Always check avalanche.ca before heading up into the back country in the winter!

Lovely trails all around and nice view. Clean area and beautiful tree, decent walk and a bit of a…read moredecent hike. Nothing too difficult but definitely not a flat ground so some trails aren't suitable for very young kids and elders. A couple lakes around the area too. Munro Lake, Dennett Lake and the Village Lake Trail. A parking lot and some street parking too. Not hard to find too

I love this place. I've only been here once. I've always biked around the park (bikes aren't…read moreallowed in the park). It's a beautiful park and are lots of trails so you can spend all day here. We went up to the high knoll. It was pretty cool once we got to the top. I didn't really know what to expect on this hike but in my opinion you gotta be at least in decent shape to do it. There are some steep hills but overall it's nothing crazy. What I love the most about this park is the wildlife, ducks, snakes, toads and bears! So cool to see these guys. Amazing animals! There is an outhouse at the entrance of the park. There is a decent size parking lot. Can't wait to come back...........

Great place to go hike/stroll as it provides several different trails and the view is beautiful…read morewhen you go further up. The area around the lake is flat and grassy so you can sit and enjoy the view. During the summer, you may see some turtles sitting on a log or two, soaking up the sun. When you go around, it does go up. A couple of parts are steeper but if you take your time, it is manageable. Also it doesn't go up for too long either. I recommend you go early as the parking lot isn't that big so it does get full pretty quickly. That is the only drawback.

The first and only time I have hiked to Kennedy Falls was in the summer of 2016, nine years ago…read more I've been wanting to go again, but unfortunately I never had the opportunity until yesterday (June 14, 2025). As nearly a decade has gone by, I didn't remember much about the hike except that it was fairly challenging because the terrain was quite rugged and technical with rocks and roots, there were logs to climb over, and I had to scramble up some short, but steep inclines. None of that has changed, but now along a short section of the trail (probably the part that I had to scramble up nine years ago), there is a chain to assist with climbing up and down. I had quite a bit of difficulty descending this portion of the trail (it was quite scary!), but it was fairly easy hiking back up. Until quite recently, I had no idea that Kennedy Falls was accessible by transit, and I organized a hike yesterday with my transit accessible hiking group. The #210 bus stops at Mountain Highway and Coleman Street, only about a ten minute walk from the entrance to the trails on Mount Fromme, although the walk up from the bus stop is quite steep, and I was huffing and puffing. (The walk from the bus stop was actually the steepest incline encountered on our entire hike. The hike, while difficult due to terrain, had minimal elevation.) The hike to Kennedy Falls, round trip, is 10km and about five hours. Hiking at a slow, relaxed pace, taking breaks (including 20 minutes at the falls and 10 minutes at the big Cedar tree, as well as other shorter breaks), the hike took six hours. To get to Kennedy Falls, you first hike along the Cedar Tree Trail. The first portion is quite easy and flat, then you eventually encounter logs, rocks, and the chain. After about 1.5 hours, you come to the big Cedar -- a HUGE tree that is estimated to be about 600 years old. Once leaving the Cedar, it takes about an hour to get to the falls, so a total of 2.5 hours from the beginning to the falls, one way. (The timing was also the same on the way back.) It was a great hike, and now that I know that it is transit accessible, I will be sure to go more often. As it can be quite wet and muddy, with numerous streams to cross, it is best to go during the summer when it's dry, so I likely won't be going in the spring, only summer and early fall. (Also due to the length of the hike, I prefer to go when the sun sets later.) Other things to note: the outhouses located at the start of the trail are still gendered (which makes no sense!), and the sign telling you not to throw pianos and other objects into the toilet is still there. There is also a water refill station at the entrance. Not that it matters to me, as I take transit, but parking there is difficult. A few of our group members drove, and they had trouble finding parking. Parking is free, but the parking lot is quite small, and Mount Fromme is very popular with mountain bikers (there are numerous mountain biking trails), so the parking lot was full at 10am. They were able to find parking on nearby side streets, but then had to walk 20 minutes up the steep hill (the bus stop was closer than where they parked). One person did manage to get a parking spot in the parking lot (after waiting 30 minutes), but it was only after we completed our hike that we noticed there was a three hour limit (thankfully he did not get a ticket). While transit is a pain in the ass (our bus was over ten minutes late!), it has its advantages. [Yelp collections: Hiking]

This trail is rated easy, however not for the average person. It takes about 1.5 hours round trip…read morefor an average person. However, if you play sports and can run an easy 5-6 minute mile, it is quite easy. Parking is very hard and I parked half a mile away on a Friday afternoon. The trail is very crowded but the view is beautiful.

Quarry Rock was beautiful and a nice trail for tourists looking to enjoy some scenic nature views…read more I would describe this hike as an easy hike but with a larger incline during the beginning and end of the trail. Parking is available at Panorama Park but fills up quickly. Plan to add another 20-30 minutes wait time to your travels if you're packing a tight schedule. Another thing to note is that Google shows a trail leading from the main vantage point back down to the water; but it has since been removed as a path as there were signs and tape that indicated 'no trespassing'. This means that we took the same trail there and back, adding another 45-60 minutes to our itinerary. All in all, you don't want to miss the stunning views. The photos don't do the views at this vantage point justice.

Overall 4 Stars So…read morethe Baden Powell Trail is not for the faint at heart! It is considered a beginners trail however the trail is steeped with a lot of steps up and down the mountain trails. If you have weak knees or back, I recommend not to do it due to the steps and the distance to the No Name Rock - I made this up. Can find a name of the Rock peak anywhere ( the rock at the peak where you have a beautiful view of Deep Cove. You will "huff and puff" throughout the trail. Also, we saw people having to carry their pets with them because they were hot, short winded, or were the short legged breed. The trail itself is decently manicured with a lot of pressure treated wood for the steps and bridges. But the trail itself can be steep. I believe you will cross about 6 bridges before reaching the peak. It will take about 45 minutes (if you are in top shape) or more to reach the peak. I believe it took about 75 minutes due to popularity of the trail. Went around 4:30 PM on a Saturday during peak season. BRING WATER!!! We brought One 1Litre of Water each which was sufficient. Also, some snacks when you reach the "no name" rock. I really don't know if there is a name of the rock. I just call it that. The snacks is your reward with the view of the cove. It is spectacular! And we forgot ours! Don't make our mistake. I didn't take pictures of the steps and trail and I regret it now. However the trail itself is pretty and there are sections where the salty breeze feels lovely on your glistening skin. HAHA! The trail is about 2.2 kilometers or 1.37 miles from beginning to the No Name Rock - aka the Peak then 2.2 miles back. It is quicker coming down. Just give yourself rest during the train. It can get narrow and there are limited bench seats. Cons: 1. Limited bench seats 2. No signs to tell how far you come along or how far you have to go. I wish they will add a sign in the bridges as a Marker Point. The trail only has a beginning and ending sign 3. Trails on the steps can be narrow. Take your time. It is not a race. Advice: 1. Wear good comfortable shoes. Trail can be rocky and soil slippery at times. 2. Be courteous to other people on the trail. Some were oblivious on the people on the trail taking selfies or videos by blocking certain areas. Be patient and let the other people pass before you become an "influencer". When it is busy, it is not respectful. 3. Wear long sleeves early in the morning or later in the evening due to mosquitos. They seem to appear during those times. And when they saw me, it was "Asian Buffett" time! However, these mosquitoes were nothing like the ones in Alaska wear they will take you away for their feast or down in the South where they add some hot sauce on ya' before enjoy the entree'. Eat some Kimchi or garlic and they will stay away from you and maybe everyone else. Hmmm, that's not a bad idea!

Wonderful hike in Lynn Valley near the Suspension bridge. There's lots of parking, and a great hike…read morefor those looking for a leisurely hike, and all the inclines have been fixed with stairs so you don't need to worry as much about tripping on roots or slipping when it's wet. For those looking for a longer hike, the trail also leads/around Rice Lake for some beautiful views. Good hike for beginners looking to get into hiking. It can get pretty busy during the summer time, but we went on a weekday afternoon and it was empty and so peaceful!

I really like this trail, it is great for biking, walking, running, whatever. Lots of people walk…read moretheir dogs here as well. It is along the Pitt River so you get some nice scenery. It goes thru Colony Farms as well. Just a really nice trail to see some nature and get some exercise....

One of the greatest things about British Columbia is it's beautiful parks which are mostly…read moremaintained and protected for communities to use or explore. All its parks span the range of terrains, flaura, fauna , climates and wildlife (some parks) which astonishes you when you go for the first time but become an obsession at certain time. During this quarantine time, i took a plunge to explore outdoors and especially parks and hiking trails small or big, close or far from surrey( my hometown) This port- Coquitlam park is just 15 mins from my house as i live on the outskirts of surrey and close to Coquitlam. Its basically a trail of 12 km which expands to huge area covering roads, lake, natural plantation on the sides. Some area is gravel and some is a plain road. Ocean looks so calm like a lake from thos angle of the park. You can bike around it or maybe just walk or run but do stop to take some spectacular views at certain times like the sunset. There are benches with perfect spot for a little rest. Though there is no trail leading smoothly but rough and wild ones to go to the beach( not exactly beach but edges of water ). If you plan to do it all then take ur water and go for it, else take a small walk on road trail and still feel fresh. Parking is some 100 meters before the actual trail starts. It was gorgeous for me.

Nothing beats this in person sun set view in Vancouver. Been here plenty of times and almost tread…read moreall different trails leading to burnaby mountain. From easy to hard, woody to gravel and stairs to incline climb , you find all sort of trails here. Big seating area on the grass and on some benches to enjoy the downtown view and sunset view from this place . Its not the highest mountain but at such a height that it gives good view of beautiful Vancouver. Mesmerizing feeling no matter when and how many times you come here. I personally like when its not crowded with people but you do get lots of student, visitors n other nature lovers on certain occasions like evenings. Especially closer to sunset so make sure to come little earlier ro get a good spot on the grass. Though all mountain gives amazing view.

Gorgeous surroundings but very limited parking.. also quite dangerous at times due to sudden bursts…read moreof mountain bikers or runners charging down the hills.. not ideal when one side of the trail is basically a cliff.. the incline makes for good exercise

Surprisingly nice hike in the middle of nowhere Coquitlam. Had no idea this existed until recently…read more Basically it's the Coquitlam version of the Grouse Grind, but much tamer. 2.92km horizontal, 242m vertical according to the website PDF. The website says 2.2km for some reason - I think they're measuring from the Lansdowne parking lot. From Runnel Drive, it's basically 1/3 the vertical of the Grind, but a longer walk overall. Parking is available in several lots along the length of the path. For the full experience, park at the bottom of the valley (Runnel Drive). There are also parking lots accessible from Lansdowne and Panorama (major streets farther up the mountain), if one wants a shorter version. The path basically follows a set of BC Hydro power lines up the mountain. There are warning signs about potential electric shocks, though I imagine this probably only applies during wet weather. The path itself is divided into several sections. The "crunch" section" is technically the 3rd section of 6 (N side of Lansdowne), where there are 2 sets of stairs (some 500 steps) going up what is arguably the steepest section. Guessing they built 2 sets of stairs to facilitate 2 way traffic. I was told the proper travelling convention is counterclockwise. In other words, take the stairs on the "right" side. The stairs are pretty well built, with wire mesh nailed into the steps to prevent slipping. There are mini signs of encouragement along the way. I got a kick out of these. My only complaint is that the step tread (horizontal "depth") is a bit too wide. As in I couldn't decide whether to go up 1 or 2 steps at a time. This really threw off my pace. After the stairs section, the rest of the Crunch is actually a nice gentle uphill path. There are some more stairs here and there, but nothing too crazy (up to 20 steps at a time). The end of the Crunch is at Eagle Mountain Drive, where there's a 2.25km trail marker. To be honest, they really need to mark the end better. The trail actually continues further up the mountain, and I only knew this was the point to turn around because someone in the group had done it before. After walking all the way up, take a break, and enjoy the walk back down. Great time to take some photos, and look at the Runnel Drive parking lot way at the bottom of the valley. There is a lookout point partially down the length of the stairs section (accessible on the "downhill" steps). To be honest, this is a great alternative to the Grouse Grind. I was actually quite impressed. Nice views, no gondola fee, no seasonal limitations, way fewer people, and non overpriced restaurants nearby. What more can one ask for?

I've been meaning to try this hike for a while now. Today was the day. It's not hard, I'm 60 and…read moreit was actually pretty easy. Don't get me wrong I was sweating my bag off when I got to the top but it's not like the Grind or anything. There are some steeper parts but in general it's not too crazy. The stairs itself is pretty short. There are markers that tell you when you start, half way and the end. After the stairs you just keep on going til you reach the road. I went around 10:30am, wasn't too crowded. People seem to be really serious, not too friendly, not like other hikes I've done around Poco. There is I think 2 parking lots, one closer to the starting point. I parked lower down by the park. (that's where google maps directed me to) Free parking. My overall thoughts? Would I come back? Probably not, I live in Burnaby so it's about a 30 min drive, don't think it's worth the effort or gas for me. If I lived around here maybe. It was okay............