North Shore · Easy · loop

maplewood flats

An easy loop along the water, mostly through forest. Little climbing, so it suits a slow morning or an evening walk. Most people take 60 minutes. Usually quiet.

Easy · 2–3 km loop · +0–10 m climb · 60 minutes · Dogs: no dogs

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quick facts

Distance: 2–3 km
Elevation gain: 0–10 m
Typical time: 60 minutes
Route: loop
Dogs: No dogs
Drive from downtown: ~20 min

Trail ticket

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Hike Vancouver · Trail ticketNo. 088

maplewood flats

North Shore · ~20 min from downtown · reachable by transit

Trailhead: Maplewood Conservation Area, 2645 Dollarton Highway, North Vancouver
Difficulty: Easy
Hiking time: 60 minutes
Suggested start: Any daylight hour
Distance: 2–3 km
Climb: +0–10 m
Season: Year-round

Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check Wild Bird Trust of BC (Maplewood Conservation Area) before you go.

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trail facts

Region	North Shore
Difficulty	Easy
Season	Year-round
Trailhead	Maplewood Conservation Area, 2645 Dollarton Highway, North Vancouver
Parking & transit	Transit reaches the trailhead or close to it (check TransLink).
Permits & passes	None.
Dogs	No dogs
Kid-friendly	Yes, with supervision
Highlights	Lakes & water, Forest
Crowds	Usually quiet
Managed by	Wild Bird Trust of BC (Maplewood Conservation Area)

safety notes

Flat bird-watching trails on the Burrard Inlet shore. Dogs not permitted per the Wild Bird Trust; check before you go.

Numbers are approximate. Check Wild Bird Trust of BC (Maplewood Conservation Area) for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.

questions

How long is Maplewood Flats?

About 2–3 km (loop) with roughly 0–10 m of elevation gain. Most people take 60 minutes. Figures are approximate; check Wild Bird Trust of BC (Maplewood Conservation Area) before you go.

Are dogs allowed on Maplewood Flats?

No. Dogs are not allowed on this trail.

Do I need a pass or permit for Maplewood Flats?

None.

Can I get to Maplewood Flats by transit?

Yes, transit reaches this trailhead or very close to it. Check TransLink for current routes.

sources

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Hike Vancouver. "Maplewood Flats." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/maplewood-flats/

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maplewood flats

quick facts

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maplewood flats

elevation profile schematic

trail facts

safety notes

questions

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