3 Best Hiking Trails in Coquitlam

“Pinecone Burke Park is one of the best-looking things for hikers on a short trail around here, the waterfall at the end. The park is the perfect place to enjoy the trails and plenty of wildlife. Pinecone Burke Park Par is also an excellent place for mountain bike trails. The viewpoint of Coquitlam Lake is always amazed to the hikers. Pinecone Burke Provincial Park provides large and open spaces for walking, hiking, and jogging on these trails. Burke Mountain has a network of historic logging roads, hiking and mountain bike trails, canoe access to Widgeon Slough and hiking trails leading to Widgeon Lake. Pinecone Burke Park is a large outdoor area with many exploring trails. The park is a fantastic place for a picnic, bike and hike.”

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“Minnekhada Regional Park is a scenic natural park in Coquitlam, BC. The park was designated as a Wildlife Watch site. The park covers over 200 hectares with trails and abundant trees. Minnekhada Regional Park features three primary trails, including Quarry, Mid-Marsh, and Lodge/Fern Trails, each spanning 5.2 kilometres. The serene trail network offers great hiking and wildlife observation opportunities, with signs at every junction for easy navigation. The park also includes five lookout points. The trails are suitable for all ages, including seniors. Minnekhada Regional Park features several live-animal native exhibits, a children's play area, various wildlife viewing areas, and a Nature Shop. The park is open to the public throughout the year.”

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“Coquitlam River Park is a renowned hiking destination in Coquitlam, BC. This 165-acre municipal parkland features walking trails extending for 9.8 kilometres. There are several swimming holes along the river for hot summer days. The park offers plenty of trails on both sides of the river, ideal for biking, walking, and running. The park is well-maintained with lush greenery, making it perfect for children to play. Adults can relax with benches and pavements throughout the grounds. The park is situated along an ancient river, a tributary of the Fraser. Coquitlam River Park offers a unique experience each season, making it a great place to observe seasonal changes. Visitors can easily spend half a day hiking along one side of the river, crossing over, and walking back on the other. This is truly one of the best places to witness the beauty of changing seasons.”

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