Metro Vancouver · Easy · out-and-back

pitt-addington marsh dikes (grant narrows)

An easy out-and-back walk to a big view, with water along the way. Little climbing, so it suits a slow morning or an evening walk. Most people take 1.5–3 hours.

Easy · 4–10 km out-and-back · +5–20 m climb · 1.5–3 hours · Dogs: on leash

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quick facts

Distance
4–10 km
Elevation gain
5–20 m
Typical time
1.5–3 hours
Route
out-and-back
Dogs
On leash
Drive from downtown
~60 min
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pitt-addington marsh dikes (grant narrows)

Metro Vancouver · ~60 min from downtown

Trailhead
Grant Narrows Regional Park, north end of Rannie Road, Pitt Meadows
Difficulty
Easy
Hiking time
1.5–3 hours
Suggested start
Before 11 am
Distance
4–10 km
Climb
+5–20 m
Season
Year-round

Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Grant Narrows) and Province of BC (Pitt-Addington Marsh Wildlife Management Area) before you go.

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route in detail

From the Grant Narrows lot, go through the gate onto the river dyke and head downstream along the Pitt River for about 40 minutes, then follow Rannie Rd north briefly to Crane Dyke. Follow it southeast, turn onto Homilk'um Dyke and north on Mountain Dyke with views of the mountains around Pitt Lake, detour to an observation tower, and return along the narrow Nature Dyke through the marsh.

Best season: all year

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elevation profile schematic

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trail facts

RegionMetro Vancouver
DifficultyEasy
SeasonYear-round
TrailheadGrant Narrows Regional Park, north end of Rannie Road, Pitt Meadows
Parking & transitLittle or no transit; plan to drive.
Permits & passesNone.
DogsOn leash
Kid-friendlyYes, with supervision
HighlightsLakes & water, Views
CrowdsModerate
Managed byMetro Vancouver Regional Parks (Grant Narrows) and Province of BC (Pitt-Addington Marsh Wildlife Management Area)

safety notes

Flat, exposed dikes with mountain views and birdlife. Windy and hot in summer, no shade. Turn around when you like.

Numbers are approximate. Check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Grant Narrows) and Province of BC (Pitt-Addington Marsh Wildlife Management Area) for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.

questions

How long is Pitt-Addington Marsh dikes (Grant Narrows)?

About 4–10 km (out-and-back) with roughly 5–20 m of elevation gain. Most people take 1.5–3 hours. Figures are approximate; check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Grant Narrows) and Province of BC (Pitt-Addington Marsh Wildlife Management Area) before you go.

Are dogs allowed on Pitt-Addington Marsh dikes (Grant Narrows)?

Yes, on leash.

Do I need a pass or permit for Pitt-Addington Marsh dikes (Grant Narrows)?

None.

Can I get to Pitt-Addington Marsh dikes (Grant Narrows) by transit?

Not easily. Plan to drive or carpool.

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Hike Vancouver. "Pitt-Addington Marsh dikes (Grant Narrows)." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/pitt-addington-marsh/

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