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Trail Series, Part 26
The Burnaby Mountain Trail has made me begin to wonder if I am developing a serious dependence on the British Columbia trail system. You see it doesn’t seem to matter how many of them I run, I only seem to long for more.
This location features a series of interconnected trails that are mostly technical in nature. I believe they can best be described as mountain bike trails that you are allowed to run or hike on. There are multiple bike jumps to navigate, numerous bridges to cross, frequent rocks and roots to avoid, and the downhills are fairly steep. Strollers and wheelchairs are not recommended and those with mobility issues would likely prefer to avoid this venue.
Although you’ll be surrounded by a dense blanket of trees, the trail offers occasional glimpses of some of the high rises in the greater Vancouver area.
I found ample available parking on the adjacent Simon Fraser University campus for a nominal fee.
If you’re ready for a technical run (or ride), this place is for you.
And that’s…Henry’s Take.
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The Burnaby Mountain Trail has made me begin to wonder if I am developing a serious dependence on the British Columbia trail system. You see it doesn’t seem to matter how many of them I run, I only seem to long for more.
This location features a series of interconnected trails that are mostly technical in nature. I believe they can best be described as mountain bike trails that you are allowed to run or hike on. There are multiple bike jumps to navigate, numerous bridges to cross, frequent rocks and roots to avoid, and the downhills are fairly steep. Strollers and wheelchairs are not recommended and those with mobility issues would likely prefer to avoid this venue.
Although you’ll be surrounded by a dense blanket of trees, the trail offers occasional glimpses of some of the high rises in the greater Vancouver area.
I found ample available parking on the adjacent Simon Fraser University campus for a nominal fee.
If you’re ready for a technical run (or ride), this place is for you.
And that’s…Henry’s Take.
#vancouvertrails
What a beautiful hike it is, one should must go and enjoy
A peace of heaven. Stairs were a good practice of hiking with great views and surroundings
If you're going mountain biking and torn between 2 locations, pick the other location over Burnaby. Lots of the trails are permanently closed, the only fun trail was Lower snake. Will not be returning, one time is enough for me.
Great easy hiking trail with multiple loops. Good weekend hike for families with kids. Gotta pay park up at SFU and walk down.
It's a fun area. Some really lovely trails. I bring my dog & we had a blast yesterday running down snowy hills & through snow drifts. Families were up there with their kids. Was a nice wintery day.
"Cramp ons": If there is snow or ice buy a pair. Basically snow chains for your shoes.
We were able to run down a fairly steep decline.....no problem. A MUST for winter hikes.
I do the Grouse Grind a lot, there is a 1+ km section called "Trans Canada Trail". Nice winter Grind training. Hamstrings were pumped! Did a couple up & downs. Great!
Glad I tried the area. Can't wait for spring to really run through there.
"Cramp ons": If there is snow or ice buy a pair. Basically snow chains for your shoes.
We were able to run down a fairly steep decline.....no problem. A MUST for winter hikes.
I do the Grouse Grind a lot, there is a 1+ km section called "Trans Canada Trail". Nice winter Grind training. Hamstrings were pumped! Did a couple up & downs. Great!
Glad I tried the area. Can't wait for spring to really run through there.
Great trails for mountain biking & hiking! Easy access from Simon Fraser University campus, the trails are well marked with signs and more importantly the trails are very well maintained. There is some construction when you come out halfway on the single track ( upper Mel’s ) but they usually have a flag person directing traffic. Overall great trail system !
