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    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

    • Ucluelet, British Columbia

      Hike the Rainforest Trails in Clayoquot Sound

      5.0
      For an amazing jungle experience in Clayoquot Sound, the fantastic Rainforest Trails is the place to go. Located in the Pacific Rim National Park, the forest is deep, wet and massive. The wonderful aroma of nature fills your lungs as an incredibly elaborate boardwalk leads you along massive nurs...
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    • Maple Ridge, British Columbia

      Hike to Alder Flats in Golden Ears Provincial Park

      4.0
      6.8 mi / 918.6 ft gain
      If you're looking for a challenge and hope to get into the mountains this is a great adventure to set out on.Be prepared: Water, a lot of time, and with an understanding of the elevation gain will be important. This hike to the viewpoint of Alder Flats (overlooking the ears) takes around 2 hours ...
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    • Comox-Strathcona D, British Columbia

      Mt. Myra via Tennent Lake Trail

      9.33 mi / 4810 ft gain
      Very few people know about this hidden gem which makes it less crowded and all the more special. The views and serenity that this place possess are what will really draw you in. The hike starts at the Westmin Mine parking lot, located 2 hours north of Courtenay. To find the start of the trailhea...
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    • Nelson, British Columbia

      Sproule Creek Falls

      4.3
      Please note, the path to this waterfall crosses private property. The early portion of this trail passes through the Marsden Face Conservation Property, which is privately owned conservation land. Visitors to this property are asked to respect the ecological values of the property. Please follow ...
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    • Field, British Columbia

      Hike Iceline Trail

      5.0
      12.3 mi / 2867.5 ft gain
      The trailhead is accessed at the Takakkaw Falls parking lot, and then you walk to the Whiskey Jack Hostel where the trail officially begins (you can not park here unless you are a guest). The well marked trail then begins its very steep ascent through the forest where you will catch glimpses of ...
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    • Fraser Valley D, British Columbia

      Camp at Jones Lake

      3.0
      Southwest of Hope and just east of Chilliwack, Jones Lake is a recreation site at a reservoir lake in the coastal mountain range, managed by BC Hydro. Set below granite mountain peaks and surrounded by a dense forest (that is unfortunately being logged), this lake isn't pristine, but it sure is p...
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    • Whistler, British Columbia

      Hike the Musical Bumps Trail

      15.5 mi
      The Musical Bumps are a series of rolling summits starting from Whistler Mountain that stretch over to Fissile and the Spearhead Range. It should come as no surprise that each one has a musical name: Flute, Oboe and Piccolo.There are two ways to access this area: you can ride the Whistler Village...
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    • Field, British Columbia

      Backpack to Alberta's Abbot Pass Hut

      3.0
      16.2 mi / 1500 ft gain
      Built in 1922 with the stones from the pass, the Abbot Pass Hut and has served both as a base for mountaineers and as a destination for strong hikers ever since. Sitting at 2,926 meters' elevation, it is second only to the Neil Colgan Hut on the list of highest permanent structures in Canada. The...
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    • Fort Fraser, British Columbia

      Greer Creek Falls

      5.0
      1.94 mi / 351 ft gain
      Greer Creek Falls is a beautiful waterfall in any season and a great half day adventure for anyone. Its a picture perfect area in the boreal forest of Northern BC, and a nice little swimming hole to cool off before hiking back up to your vehicle. To get to Greer Creek falls from Prince George he...
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    • Whistler, British Columbia

      Hike to the Whistler Train Wreck

      4.3
      3.1 mi / 50 ft gain
      The hike to the train wreck in Whistler changed significantly on September 1st, 2016. The town of whistler installed a suspension bridge over the Cheakamus river, allowing hikers to access the site from the whistler athletes centre, down a well maintained path. There are two options to get to the...
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    • Langford, British Columbia

      Hiking Mt. Finlayson

      4.0
      Mount Finlayson in Goldstream Provincial Park is 19 km north of Victoria on Hwy 1. The trail takes you up to a scenic lookout of Victoria. For the majority, this trail is quite easy, however, it gets slightly more challenging toward the end when the terrain gets steeper.Park at Goldstream Provinc...
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    • Port Renfrew, British Columbia

      Camp and Surf at Sombrio Beach

      5.0
      1 mi
      Heading west from Victoria, take the TransCanada Highway to Hwy 14. Continue past Sooke towards Port Renfrew. Look for the sign that reads Sombrio Beach Trailhead (approximately 45 minutes past Sooke) and take the left. Note that this dirt road can be incredibly rugged (aka full of potholes) and ...
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    • Kelowna, British Columbia

      Hike to Canyon Falls

      4.0
      Located on Bellevue Creek, the trailhead to find these falls is hidden in suburbia. Take Gordon Drive to Dehart Road to Crawford Road to Westridge Road to Canyon Ridge Crescent and park on Canyon Falls near the fence.Follow that dusty trail into the canyon along the ridge. About 10 minutes on th...
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    • Hixon, British Columbia

      Explore Hixon Falls

      4.3
      1.23 mi / 197 ft gain
      The 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...
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    • Whistler, British Columbia

      Visit the Ancient Cedars

      The Sea to Sky area is covered in old growth forest, but few people would expect to find trees of this size in Whistler. The Ancient Cedars Trail is a beautiful hike through breezy sunny forest to a little hidden grove of giant trees, tucked into the side of Cougar Mountain.If you're looking for ...
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    • Whistler, British Columbia

      Hiking the Lost Lake

      3.0
      The 6 km (3.7 mile) hike takes you to and around Lost Lake. Lost Lake is at the heart of the densely forested Lost Lake Park. The wide gravel trail runs around this charming lake through a enjoyable forest draped in old man's beard lichen (usnea).Lost Lake is a small lake just north of Whistler V...
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