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campbell valley: little river loop

An easy loop along the water, mostly through forest. Little climbing, so it suits a slow morning or an evening walk. Most people take 30–60 minutes.

Easy · 2–3 km loop · +5–20 m climb · 30–60 minutes · Dogs: on leash

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quick facts

Distance: 2–3 km
Elevation gain: 5–20 m
Typical time: 30–60 minutes
Route: loop
Dogs: On leash
Drive from downtown: ~55 min

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campbell valley: little river loop

Metro Vancouver · ~55 min from downtown

Trailhead: Campbell Valley Regional Park, North Valley entrance (16 Ave), Langley
Difficulty: Easy
Hiking time: 30–60 minutes
Suggested start: Any daylight hour
Distance: 2–3 km
Climb: +5–20 m
Season: Year-round

Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Campbell Valley Regional Park) before you go.

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trail facts

Region	Metro Vancouver
Difficulty	Easy
Season	Year-round
Trailhead	Campbell Valley Regional Park, North Valley entrance (16 Ave), Langley
Parking & transit	Little or no transit; plan to drive.
Permits & passes	None.
Dogs	On leash
Kid-friendly	Yes, with supervision
Highlights	Forest, Lakes & water
Crowds	Moderate
Managed by	Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Campbell Valley Regional Park)

safety notes

Flat loop with boardwalk through wetland. Longer trails, including horse trails, branch off; yield to riders.

Numbers are approximate. Check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Campbell Valley Regional Park) for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.

questions

How long is Campbell Valley: Little River Loop?

About 2–3 km (loop) with roughly 5–20 m of elevation gain. Most people take 30–60 minutes. Figures are approximate; check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Campbell Valley Regional Park) before you go.

Are dogs allowed on Campbell Valley: Little River Loop?

Yes, on leash.

Do I need a pass or permit for Campbell Valley: Little River Loop?

None.

Can I get to Campbell Valley: Little River Loop by transit?

Not easily. Plan to drive or carpool.

sources

Cite this page

Hike Vancouver. "Campbell Valley: Little River Loop." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/campbell-valley/

route in detail

From the Campbell Valley Regional Park kiosk, take Little River Loop east across a long footbridge and upstream under cedars about 800 m to the Listening Bridge spur into wetland. Back on the east side, follow Deer Trail through shrubby meadow to Little River Bowl, then an old road and a narrow, possibly unmarked continuation of Deer Trail under birch and alder to Shaggy Mane equestrian trail, crossing the river again to loop back.

Extended option: A longer variant runs about 8 km round trip, roughly 2.5 hours. Confirm the route on the official map before you commit.

Watch for: Some connecting paths may be unmarked; carry the park map. Shared with horses on equestrian trails.

Best season: all year

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campbell valley: little river loop

quick facts

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campbell valley: little river loop

elevation profile schematic

trail facts

safety notes

questions

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route in detail

nearby in metro vancouver

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