A mostly flat walk through forest from the Mount Seymour parking lot to a rocky lookout over the whole city. Roots and mud in summer, a favourite snowshoe in winter.
Easy · 5 km out-and-back · +100 m climb · 1.5–2 hours · Dogs: on leash
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North Shore · ~35 min from downtown
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check BC Parks before you go.
Cross First Lake's outlet after about 20 minutes, follow the south shore, then pick through a rougher, wetter area of small ponds before climbing to the rocky summit bluffs (about an hour), with views over the Seymour River valley to Lions Gate Bridge and Point Grey. Return the same way.
Watch for: Snow and ice linger; not worth trying before July. Cloud can roll in quickly. Do not follow the taped route left from the base of the bluff; it is hazardous.
Best season: Best July to October
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| Region | North Shore |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Season | Year-round; snowshoe route in winter |
| Trailhead | Mount Seymour Provincial Park, main parking lot |
| Parking & transit | Little or no transit; plan to drive. |
| Permits & passes | BC Parks winter day-use vehicle pass for lots P1 and Lower P5 on peak winter dates. |
| Dogs | On leash |
| Kid-friendly | Yes, with supervision |
| Highlights | Views |
| Crowds | Busy, especially weekends |
| Managed by | BC Parks |
Roots and mud. In fog, people get lost on the way back; carry a map.
Numbers are approximate. Check BC Parks for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.
About 5 km (out-and-back) with roughly 100 m of elevation gain. Most people take 1.5–2 hours. Figures are approximate; check BC Parks before you go.
Yes, on leash.
BC Parks winter day-use vehicle pass for lots P1 and Lower P5 on peak winter dates.
Not easily. Plan to drive or carpool.
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Hike Vancouver. "Dog Mountain." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/dog-mountain/
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