Chris Neyedli

One of my favourite hikes for 2018. Started from the parking lot and took the small trail on the left side of the ski run. Trail was diverted about 1 km in and had to get back on the ski run for about 500 meters. The trail from this part on is a bit more elevation gain and some area you will need to use your hands to climb. Spectacular views from almost all areas of the trail. Once you get near the First Pump the landscape changes and has beautiful rocky areas. Did not make it the final 500 meters to the Mount Seymour peak as the dog rolled in and climbing was becoming more difficult for our dog. Bring lots of water and make sure your dog likes to climb over large rocks on the trail. Enjoy!

Recommend visiting here in the winter and watching the sunrise. Had an usually warm winter day with full sun and was almost 15 degrees Celsius. Easy to rent snowshoes but would go early as it does get busy with rentals and for parking. Multiple trails to choose from for when snowshoeing and a great workout. I have been told also that it very romantic to watch the sunset from here also. Not recommended to bring Fido on this one.

Burke Mountain is right in my backyard and hard to believe you are close to the city. You will hear the PoCo Hunting and Fishing Club fun range for part of the hike. Always be bear aware especially in berry season. The lower trails are well used by mountain bikers so stay alert. Once you are above the power lines it is less used and trails lead to some great falls. During the spring run off Pritchett Creek will be hard to cross. Trails are well marked but a map or GPS. Great place to bring your dog.