Pitt Wildlife Loop, Pitt Lake, Pitt Meadows, BC

Christina and Tony from New Westminster writes:

May 6, 2011 We went on a drizzly day and it was fabulous, not a soul in sight for a good amount of the walk, saw a bear, close to where they cut the trail in two. Saw herons, eagles, osprey, and fish jumping out of the lake. Lot's of birds we don't know the name of. We wore boots and it was a wee bit puddly but not so bad, we thoroughly enjoyed it.

Posted: May 6, 2011 04:18:30 PM PST

Neely from Langley writes:

Went there today, May 9, 2009, thinking that we would be able to hike up into the hills like my new book Best Hikes and Walks in Southwestern BC said. We were very disapointed to learn that the trail is no longer accessable nor has been for years; however, the endless walk around the dyke is beautiful and much wildlife can be seen: bald eagles, beavers, geese, etc. So, for those of you who are thinking of hiking up into the hills like your new book Best Hikes and Walks in Southwestern BC (published only in 2006) has recommended, now you know not to set youself up for disapointment thinking you will go to lookouts and waterfalls. Nevertheless, you will still have beauty and exercise surrounding you.

Posted: May 9, 2009 09:15:40 PM PST

Tyler Ingram from Pitt Meadows writes:

They used to allow you access to the mountains many years ago. I remember going to them via a path back when I was in grade 6 (like 16yrs ago) but the path also allowed Bears and Cougars to frequent the trail around the loop and some people have been attacked.

You can see where the path used to lead when you're on the east side of the loop near the mountains by the overlook. They removed a HUGE hunk of the path and allowed the water to go between so people and animal could not cross over.

I remember the path that went up the mountain to some really nice waterfalls. Along the way our class got to see trees that were mauled by bears (shredded).

The loop is nice when the weather is fair. When you're walking on the dike portion and the sun is out you can get burnt really easily. There is no shade and the breeze is limited at times.

Though the view of Pitt Lake and the surrounded mountains is spectacular.

Posted: June 18, 2008 06:32:37 AM PST

Mike from Burnaby writes:

What a relaxing area and great place to do some bird watching. We watched a couple of Osprey dive into the marsh several times, trying to catch a meal. Eventually, they were successful which was sad but it was an amazing sight to be able to see nature so closely.

Posted: June 1, 2008 05:44:12 PM PST