Trails
Trail Safety
If you're heading into the mountains, remember that this is a wilderness area. Weather can change rapidly in the backcountry so be prepared for all conditions. Always carry the 10 Essentials and let someone know where you will be going.
Learn about trail safety tips and how to prepare by visiting North Shore Rescue's website.
Baden Powell Trail
This scenic hiking trail stretches from the head of Burrard Inlet in Deep Cove to Horseshoe Bay in West Vancouver.
Brothers Creek Forestry Heritage Walk
The Forestry Heritage Walk begins at the fire protection road adjacent to 1121 Millstream Road and traverses through a forest which was logged in the early 20th century.
Brothers Creek Trail
The Brothers Creek trailhead is located at the top of Millstream Road, reached via Taylor Way and Eyremont Drive. Watch for a wooden signpost that announces Brothers Creek.
Capilano Pacific Trail
Capilano Pacific Trail starts at the dog walk area of Ambleside Park and follows a path along the river until signs direct you up to Keith Road.
Centennial Seawalk
The popular 1.7-kilometre Centennial Seawalk extends from the bottom of 18th Street to Dundarave Park.
Hollyburn Cabin Area
This backcountry area is for experienced hikers, skiers and snowshoers only.
Lawson Creek Forestry Heritage Walk
A few hundred metres from the trailhead, the remains of Shields Log Dam and Flume Pond remind us how deeply rooted West Vancouver has always been to the forest that surrounds it.
Millstream Trail
This trail provides access to the Brothers Creek Trail, Old Brewis Trail and the Lawson Creek Forestry Heritage Walk.
Old Brewis Trail
Old Brewis Trail travels along the Millstream Trail, through the British Pacific Properties Gate, across a bridge and then north up the mountain.
Seaview Walk
The Seaview Walk has two entrances: across from Gleneagles Golf Course just east of Orchill Road and a steep access trail off Cranley Drive at Nelson Creek. Parking is available.
Mountain Path and Trestle Bridge
British Pacific Properties has opened a 200-metre-long Trestle Bridge on the Mountain Path. The bridge’s design was inspired by the majestic wooden structures that supported railways throughout the province.
Spirit Trail
Once complete, the Spirit Trail will connect the communities of Horseshoe Bay and Deep Cove with a continuous, relatively flat pathway for walkers and joggers, cyclists and in-line skaters, and people with mobility aids.
Trans Canada Trail
The Trans Canada Trail is the longest trail of its kind in the world. Spanning approximately 16,000 km, the trail winds its way through every province and territory and connects Canadians from coast to coast to coast.
Whyte Lake Trail
To access Whyte Lake Park, start at Whyte Lake Trail, from Westport Road just south of the Upper Levels Highway at Nelson Canyon.
North Shore Rescue
Be prepared!
Visit North Shore Rescue's website for information on trail safety and how to be prepared before you go.
Upper Lands mountain bike trail partnership
The District of West Vancouver has partnered with British Pacific Properties (BPP) and the North Shore Mountain Bike Association (NSMBA) to build a new multi-use trail in the Rodgers Creek area to Marr Creek area of the Upper Lands and formalize three existing mountain biking trails.
Ballantree Park and Trail Access
Ballantree Park is located near the upper British Properties.
A section of the trail that leads to the park is located on private property (see map).
The property owner has recently installed no trespassing signs.
The District is exploring options to address access to trails and parking adjacent to Ballantree Park.