Lynn Loop Hiking Trail, North Vancouver, BC

Jane from Vancouver writes:

My first hike on the Lynn Canyon Loop with my 2 dogs and it was fantastic. Being new to Vancouver I was looking for a place that they would get the exercise needed and I think I found it here. For a novice hiker, I wouldn't say it was easy, but not knowing how they rank hikes out here, it probably was. A steady climb up, and down, but a swim in the river at the end to top it off was a delight for the dogs. I would highly recommend, but not for older dogs, or small children as it is very rooty, rocky and lots of things for little legs to trip on.

Posted: September 4, 2011 08:04:54 AM PST

AverageJoeCyclist from Burnaby BC writes:

This trail is fun but NOT easy at all! We hiked it with my 70-year-old mom, because it was rated Easy ... and I found myself wondering at times if we were going to have to be airlifted back to safety! My mom made it, with some help from my wife and I ... but we saw a woman in her twenties weeping on the side of the trail, refusing to go on with her party because it was too steep! Basically almost the entire trail is either uphill or downhill. The uphills seem to go on and on forever. Some parts of the trail are so steep that they have installed rough steps, which help. At the end of it we felt a sense of accomplishment, and we look back on it as an adventure - but beginners should not be tempted to try this trail, as it is definitely NOT easy.
By the way, I have several posts about good cycling trails on my website at www.averagejoecyclist.com

Posted: August 1, 2011 01:02:28 PM PST

Caitlin from Burnaby writes:

This was a really nice hike - we enjoyed it very much. The trees were beautiful and it was peaceful even though the trail was quite busy.

Posted: June 29, 2011 03:59:32 PM PST

Jo from Surrey writes:

I did this hike last week and very much enjoyed it. The weather was great and because we went early morning on a weekday there was hardly anyone on the trail.
I did however find this trail to be very easy, almost felt like jogging the trail to challenge myself.
I don't recommend going to the "view point" though (which was the smaller trail labelled half-way on the Lynn Loop. It's a short but very steep trail up to a mediocre view.
I would definately do this trail again though because it's not busy at all and it was easy on your knees and legs.

Posted: April 30, 2011 02:57:26 PM PST

Kristi from North Vancouver writes:

I've hiked this trail a few times this past week. rnrnI find the rating system a bit off - definitely wouldn't label this "easy" as there is quite a hike up initially (if you go to the right), with roots and rocks to manage. The last 2 kms are wide open trail along the creek, and I would consider that part easy. Leaning more toward intermediate on this one.rnrnHowever I really enjoy it, takes me a little over an hour. Can do the loop to the left, or to the right. Of note if you get sore knees heading down steps - I would go left, climb the stairs first, and then you have a more gradual descent.

Posted: April 17, 2011 11:16:03 AM PST

steph mc from Vancouver writes:

I lost my keys on the Lynn loop today. They have a grey fob, a pink key chain and a bunch of keys on them. If you have found them could you please email me at dicimcc@gmail.com.rnrnThank you so much!rnrnBTW - this is my favorite off leash hike in Vancouver!rnrnStephrnrn

Posted: April 16, 2011 08:21:03 PM PST

Diane from Vancouver writes:

We hiked this trail last weekend with our 4 year old son. It took about 2 1/2 hours. I find the rating system difficult to interpret as this was rated "easy" and so is Pacific Spirit Park. Pacific Spirit Park is an easy walk, and doesn't even qualify as a hike compared to Lynn Loop. This hike was enjoyable, and definitely a challenge for the 4 year old, but well worth it.

Posted: August 17, 2010 05:43:50 PM PST

Bryan Routledge from Pittsburgh writes:

Nice hike to do with 8 year old. The side-trip up the lookout is great.

Posted: June 24, 2010 04:27:05 PM PST

Sara V from Burnaby writes:

Amazing little hike. Very easy trail to follow. Lots of signage at the bottom and also 2 maps in the trail as well. There are signages for other trails within this trail but if you stick to the trail and follow the orange tags on the tree you won't get lost :)

I take my dog with me on this trail all the time. Watch out for the runners and make sure they don't cut them off as some parts are narrow. The walk back down along the river is very nice and busy at times.

I would recommend this for all.

Posted: June 21, 2010 08:57:17 AM PST

Laura from Richmond writes:

not a place to take your dog if you want to have it off leash. Lots of bikers throughout the trail. Very minimal signage. I even printed off the instuctions from this site but they were not helpfull towards the end. The falls were very nice though.

Posted: June 18, 2010 11:16:41 AM PST

Thomas from Vancouver writes:

Very nice, first time hiking since I was a kid so I was tired out easily. The two upper most tips where quite a workout and got very thin at some points (only about 4 inch's wide). The left stretch was mostly flat gravel and the right was a real nice rugged trail, muddy at some points but easy enough to get around. But to the point a nice hike, quick with little challenge for anyone new.

Posted: June 17, 2010 02:06:30 AM PST

Paulina from Vancouver writes:

We hiked Lynn Loop today, which cuts through a scenic forest route. No snow in sight though a bit muddy in some areas.

Posted: May 17, 2009 05:31:19 PM PST

Rick from North Vancouver writes:

Still surprised to see a lot of snow on the ground on parts of Lynn Loop. Pretty difficult coming down the debris chute with all that snow. Watch your step.

Posted: April 2, 2008 09:51:33 AM PST

Mike from Vancouver writes:

Lynn Loop is a great trail to get an idea of what the west coast rain forest is like in a short amount of time. It's accessible almost all year and can be quite muddy, especially after a good rainfall. But this is what the rain forest is all about and seeing all the moss covered trees is really a thing of beauty.

I highly recommend this hike. It's short but worth checking out.

Posted: March 26, 2008 01:31:01 PM PST