3 Best Hiking Trails in Richmond

“Iona Beach Regional Park is a scenic and unique area with a long, narrow jetty of sand. The park features a hike and bike lane with varying elevation trails and water access. Visitors can see various birds, including the occasional osprey, black songbirds, killdeer, shorebirds, herons, and bald eagles. Iona Beach Regional Park is also an excellent spot for birdwatching and photography. This dog-friendly natural area has picnic tables and trails suitable for hiking, biking, jogging, and walking. Dogs must be leashed at all times within the park. The park has ample parking and is wheelchair accessible, making it one of the best places to sit and watch the sunset.”

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“Garry Point Park offers spectacular vistas across the Salish Sea and beyond to Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Garry Point Park is often regarded as one of the prime locations to enjoy a sunset in Richmond. The park features a heritage moorage facility with buildings and docks at the historic Scotch Pond on its north side, nestled along the Fraser River. Some main attractions are a modern sculpture, a Japanese garden, direct access to the beach, and snack bars. There are two seasonal concession stands at the park's main entrance, washroom facilities and a dog watering station. The park's trails are wide and flat, with fine gravel. You can enjoy boating and fishing at Garry Point Park or walk a loop with water views. There are many benches and plenty of space for your picnic blanket.”

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“West Dyke Trail offers some of the most spectacular views of the North Shore and the Coastal Mountains. The trail's flat terrain that follows alongside the ocean makes it popular with walkers, joggers, and cyclists. This 7.4-mile out-and-back trail takes an average of 2 hours and 12 minutes. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome but must be on a leash. West Dyke Trail is an ideal place for watching a late summer sunset or an early sunrise while walking or cycling. There are stunning panoramic views of the Gulf Islands and estuary to the west, and views of the Coastal Mountains and Vancouver International Airport to the north.”

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