Frequently Asked Questions / Getting Started as a Beginner

I’ve never hiked before. Where should I start?

Pick a short, easier, well-signed trail within 30 minutes of home, and hike it with a friend in good weather. Great first hikes in the Vancouver area include Quarry Rock (slightly more difficult), Rice Lake, Lighthouse Park, Admiralty Point, or Pacific Spirit Park. Build up distance and elevation gradually over several weeks before attempting anything rated Intermediate.

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