A short, rooty climb through forest on the Baden-Powell Trail from Deep Cove, ending on a granite bluff over Indian Arm and the cove's boats. The view comes quickly, so does the crowd. Go early.
Easy · 3.8–4 km out-and-back · +100–150 m climb · 1–1.5 hours · Dogs: check local rules
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North Shore · ~30 min from downtown · reachable by transit
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check District of North Vancouver before you go.
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| Region | North Shore |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Season | Year-round |
| Trailhead | Panorama Park area, Deep Cove |
| Parking & transit | Transit reaches the trailhead or close to it (check TransLink). |
| Permits & passes | None. Deep Cove parking fills early on weekends. |
| Dogs | Check local rules |
| Kid-friendly | Yes, with supervision |
| Highlights | Views, Lakes & water |
| Crowds | Busy, especially weekends |
| Managed by | District of North Vancouver |
Roots and rocks underfoot. Check District of North Vancouver dog rules for this trail before bringing a dog.
Numbers are approximate. Check District of North Vancouver for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.
About 3.8–4 km (out-and-back) with roughly 100–150 m of elevation gain. Most people take 1–1.5 hours. Figures are approximate; check District of North Vancouver before you go.
Rules vary or change here. Check the land manager before bringing a dog.
None. Deep Cove parking fills early on weekends.
Yes, transit reaches this trailhead or very close to it. Check TransLink for current routes.
See also: Best hikes for beginners · Hikes you can reach by transit · Winter-friendly low-level walks · Hikes under 2 hours · Lake hikes · Hikes for January · Hikes for February · Hikes for March · Hikes for April · Hikes for May · Hikes for June · Hikes for July · Hikes for August · Hikes for September · Hikes for October · Hikes for November · Hikes for December · North Shore hikes · Kid-friendly hikes · Beginner hikes · Hikes you can reach by transit · Short view hikes for an evening · Guides
Hike Vancouver. "Quarry Rock." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/quarry-rock/
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