Best Challenging Hikes

Garibaldi Lake
A scenic turquoise lake lake with a glacier in the background. Read More
Longer hikes can be done to Black Tusk orPanorama Ridge.

Brandywine Meadows 
* The terrain may be difficult and too steep for some dogs.
A short hike to a scenic meadow, great this time of year when the wildflowers are in bloom. Read More

Wedgemount Lake
*  Make sure to leave plenty of time to return as the descent can be difficult through the steep section and the wet tree roots in the forest can be very slippery and dangerous
Although a brutally steep hike, the reward of the glacier and turquoise lake make it well worth the trek.Read More

The Lions
* Make sure to arrive early as there are very few parking spots by the yellow gate and vehicles that illegally park will be TOWED to North Vancouver
This challenging hikestarts in Lions Bay and takes you to the two most recognizable peaks from Vancouver.Read More

Goat Mountain
* Accessible by public transit
If the Grouse Grind isn’t enough of a workout, continue to Goal Mountain and enjoy one of the best views of the Lower Mainland and the mountains in behind Grouse Mountain. Read More

Mount Cheam
* to reach the trailhead requires a 4-wheel drive truck
* Do not venture close to the edge as the loose rocks have given way in the past and taken several people over the sheer cliff to their deaths
The highest mountain in the Chilliwack area makes you feel on top of the world but the real challenge is getting up the rugged road to the start of the trail. Read More