Burnaby is a region in British Columbia characterized by its diverse physical landscape, including hills, ridges, valleys, and an alluvial plain, with elevations reaching up to 370 meters atop Burnaby Mountain. This varied terrain, combined with an extensive network of parks and green spaces, provides a rich environment for outdoor activities. The area offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more, set against a backdrop of lush forests, serene lakes, and panoramic viewpoints.
142
Routes
4.5
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Average rating
4805
People visited

4.3
(14)
177
hikers
5.31km
01:28
100m
100m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(17)
157
hikers
11.0km
02:50
50m
50m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(14)
94
hikers
11.6km
03:32
400m
400m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
61
hikers
4.41km
01:10
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.2
(9)
278
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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182
riders
55.7km
02:54
920m
920m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.7
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222
riders
104km
05:01
1,130m
1,130m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4.6
(8)
88
riders
47.0km
01:59
220m
220m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
(13)
82
riders
26.9km
01:41
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.7
(6)
85
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(4)
102
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(11)
54
riders
40.8km
02:40
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(13)
296
riders
58.7km
03:36
760m
760m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(9)
134
riders
74.9km
04:40
960m
960m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
(3)
78
riders
78.0km
04:37
920m
920m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(4)
51
riders
32.7km
02:06
540m
540m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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72
riders
12.9km
01:24
410m
410m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

48
riders
12.9km
01:29
550m
550m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

26
riders
38.6km
04:23
1,320m
1,320m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.0
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17
riders
37.3km
03:14
960m
960m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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68
runners
6.34km
00:39
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

61
runners
6.03km
00:37
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

60
runners
10.1km
01:03
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

49
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Burnaby offers a diverse range of outdoor activities, including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region features an extensive network of parks and green spaces for recreation. More than 300 routes are available on komoot, with an average rating of 4.6 stars.
Burnaby Mountain Park provides extensive hiking trails with views of Vancouver and Burrard Inlet. Deer Lake Park offers tranquil trails through woods and meadows, while Burnaby Lake Regional Park features flat trails ideal for wildlife observation. Central Park also has impressive trails among large trees. For more information, consult the Hiking around Burnaby guide.
Yes, Burnaby offers several easy hiking options. Deer Lake Park provides peaceful trails suitable for a mellow outing, and Burnaby Lake Regional Park features flat trails around the lake. These areas are ideal for less strenuous walks. The Easy hikes around Burnaby guide provides specific routes.
Burnaby provides a variety of cycling routes for different disciplines. The Central Valley Greenway offers over 43 miles (70 kilometers) of bike routes connecting to Vancouver and New Westminster. Burnaby Mountain Park also includes well-maintained biking trails. Guides like Road Cycling Routes around Burnaby and Cycling around Burnaby detail many options.
Many of Burnaby's parks and trails are suitable for jogging. The flat trails around Deer Lake and Burnaby Lake are popular choices for scenic runs. Central Park also offers numerous walking trails that are ideal for jogging. The Running Trails around Burnaby guide highlights specific routes.
Burnaby Mountain offers prominent viewpoints with panoramic vistas of Vancouver, Burrard Inlet, Indian Arm, and the North Shore Mountains. Barnet Marine Park also provides beautiful ocean views along the Burrard Inlet. These locations are known for their scenic outlooks.
Burnaby Mountain Park features challenging trails for hikers seeking more strenuous activity. The Velodrome Trail, often referred to as the 'Burnaby Grind,' provides a demanding climb. This area is suitable for those looking for a significant physical challenge.
The Central Valley Greenway is a significant cycling route in Burnaby. It spans over 43 miles (70 kilometers) and connects Burnaby to Vancouver and New Westminster. This route allows cyclists to explore both urban and natural spaces.
Burnaby Lake Regional Park is a significant wildlife sanctuary, particularly known for bird-watching. Deer Lake Park is also recognized for its abundant avian wildlife. These parks provide habitats for various species, offering opportunities for nature observation.
Burnaby's outdoor routes are popular on komoot, with more than 35,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The region features over 300 routes across various sports, which collectively hold an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Burnaby, including Hiking around Burnaby, Easy hikes around Burnaby, and Road Cycling Routes around Burnaby. Guides for touring cycling, running, mountain biking, and gravel biking are also available.
For general inquiries, the City of Burnaby Customer Service Centre can be reached by phone. The official website for the City of Burnaby is www.burnaby.ca. The general inquiry phone number is 604-294-7944.

