3 Best Hiking Trails in Burnaby

“Deer Lake Park is a huge park with a lake for water sports. The park is a scenic hiking park with a peaceful natural setting. The rental shop opens around springtime and closes by autumn. Deer Lake Park has scenic picnic areas, lakeside trails leading to the Burnaby Art Gallery, and other attractions. You could rent various boats to enjoy the lake and have nice spots for a picnic. Deer Lake Park is perfect for hiking, running or biking, and bicyclists. The park is an excellent place to enjoy beautiful grounds and gorgeous gardens and to watch the setting sun. Deer Lake Park has lots of wildlife and is a fantastic place for outdoor performances. The park provides parking spots and washrooms, and it is wheelchair accessible.”

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“Byrne Creek Ravine Park is a wooded natural area featuring a winding creek, hiking trails, dog walking paths, and a baseball diamond. This attractive park has a dramatic ravine and creek, making it a great place to walk amidst the city. The park offers several trails, taking about half an hour to explore. At Marine Drive, there is a short, steep dirt hill at the trail's end. A resting area is at the bottom of the stairs next to the creek. Beyond the stairs, a gravel trail continues higher along the ravine's side and ends at a lane past the tennis courts. Byrne Creek Ravine Park provides excellent views and peaceful spots to relax and enjoy nature. Ample parking is available along the road on the northwestern side of the park.”

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“Robert Burnaby Park has an extensive trail system with some steep uphill and downhill sections. Walkers and joggers heavily use the network of trails in the quiet surroundings of the forested creek. The park features play areas, basketball courts, baseball diamonds, lacrosse boxes, skate parks, and a disc golf course. This park is wheelchair accessible and also has parking areas and washrooms. Robert Burnaby Park is the best place for nature lovers to enjoy the diversity of creeks that flow beneath the towering conifer canopy. Visitors can participate in many activities here. The park offers various outdoor activities and walks, ideal for individual exploration or family picnics. Robert Burnaby Park is one of the favourite picnic spots for many residents of Burnaby.”

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