Good place for a scenic hike?
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Lynn Canyon Park Trails:
Always found this park to be very beautiful & take all my guests there.http://www.district.north-van.bc.ca/ecology/park_map/choose_map.html
Baden-Powell Trail
Named after the founder of Scouts Canada, Lord Baden-Powell, this trail winds from Horseshoe Bay to Deep Cove. The section of the Baden-Powell trail in Lynn Canyon Park can be hiked in about one hour and 15 minutes. It runs alongside Lynn Creek.
Trail to 30-foot Pool
One of the most popular destinations in Lynn Canyon Park is 30-foot Pool. This deep pool is an easy 15 minute walk from the parking lot. Once across the suspension bridge, walk north along fairly level terrain until you reach the base of a daunting staircase. Fear not! The emerald waters of 30-foot Pool are to your left.
Trail to Twin Falls
Another popular and scenic hike is the Twin Falls loop. This 40 minute walk starts at the suspension bridge and finishes back at the parking lot. Once across the suspension bridge, take the boardwalk leading to the right. At the fork in the trail, turn right and follow the signs to Twin Falls. Enjoy the view from Twin Falls bridge and then ascend the stairs that lead up, up, up.. At the top of the stairs, you will come to a clearing. Turn right and follow the trail beside the fence, to finish the loop back to the parking lot.
Trails Leading to Other Parks
From Lynn Canyon Park, it is possible to go on longer day hikes to the surrounding parks and reserves. North of Lynn Canyon Park is Lynn Headwaters Regional Park, to the south is Inter River Park, and to the east is the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve.
Lynn Headwaters Regional Park
Lynn Headwaters is a large protected area with rugged trails leading into the Coast Mountains. The trails in Lynn Headwaters cater to every fitness level. There are easy walks along the river that have minimal elevation gain, a rugged hike up to Lynn Peak, and a long hike to Norvan Falls. Be prepared for cold, wet, weather and don't forget to pick up a trail map at the the park entrance.
Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve
The Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve is a 56.8 hectare reserve for water use and protection. Trails through the area take you to Rice Lake or along the Seymour River. Visitors can access the Seymour Dam and Hatchery by taking the 9 km paved recreational pathway to the Seymour River, then another 2 km gravel trail through old growth forest. This is a popular trip for cyclists and roller-bladers.
Inter River Park
Inter River Park borders the lower reaches of Lynn Creek. The trail in Inter River Park travels through mature streamside forest that are rich in bird activity. It is a pleasant 2 hour walk from the suspension bridge to Bridgeman Park near the mouth of Lynn Creek or to the Phibbs Exchange bus loop, where you can catch a bus back to Vancouver.
I know it's north shore but it's worth the trip.
Also try these trails at this link:
http://www.vancouvertrails.com/regions/upper-fraser-valley/
Cheers
It's a couple of hours away from Van, but the sub-alpine meadows at Manning Park are very scenic.
What Krustee said. Lynn Canyon.
That suspension bridge is just as impressive as the one at Capilano Canyon, and it's free.
That suspension bridge is just as impressive as the one at Capilano Canyon, and it's free.
Wow there is a book available at Chapters called 103 hikes in Southwestern BC. It's a must have!!
Didn't realize it was in the Fraser Valley.
But if you are in the area, climb the Chief.
