A moderate out-and-back hike along the water, mostly through forest. Expect about 250 m of climbing; most people take 1.5–2 hours. Busy on weekends, so go early.
Moderate · 3.4–3.5 km out-and-back · +200–250 m climb · 1.5–2 hours · Dogs: on leash
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Fraser Valley · ~140 min from downtown
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check BC Parks (Chilliwack Lake Park) before you go.
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| Region | Fraser Valley |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Season | Late spring to fall |
| Trailhead | Chilliwack Lake Rd, Chilliwack Lake Park |
| Parking & transit | Little or no transit; plan to drive. |
| Permits & passes | Check BC Parks for current day-use rules. |
| Dogs | On leash |
| Kid-friendly | Yes, with supervision |
| Highlights | Lakes & water, Forest |
| Crowds | Busy, especially weekends |
| Managed by | BC Parks (Chilliwack Lake Park) |
Short but steep boulder sections. Turquoise lake.
Numbers are approximate. Check BC Parks (Chilliwack Lake Park) for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.
About 3.4–3.5 km (out-and-back) with roughly 200–250 m of elevation gain. Most people take 1.5–2 hours. Figures are approximate; check BC Parks (Chilliwack Lake Park) before you go.
Yes, on leash.
Check BC Parks for current day-use rules.
Not easily. Plan to drive or carpool.
See also: Dog-friendly hikes · Hikes under 2 hours · Lake hikes · Hikes for June · Hikes for July · Hikes for August · Hikes for September · Hikes for October · Fraser Valley hikes · Kid-friendly hikes · Dog-friendly hikes · Guides
Hike Vancouver. "Lindeman Lake." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/lindeman-lake/
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