A quiet loop through second-growth forest in Lynn Headwaters, climbing gently above the valley and coming back along Lynn Creek. Shady on hot days and calm even when the lot is full.
Easy · 5–5.5 km loop · +100–150 m climb · 1.5–2 hours · Dogs: on leash
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North Shore · ~25 min from downtown
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Lynn Headwaters) before you go.
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| Region | North Shore |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Season | Year-round |
| Trailhead | Lynn Headwaters Regional Park, end of Lynn Valley Rd |
| Parking & transit | Little or no transit; plan to drive. |
| Permits & passes | None. Lot can fill on weekends. |
| Dogs | On leash |
| Kid-friendly | Yes, with supervision |
| Highlights | Forest, Lakes & water |
| Crowds | Moderate |
| Managed by | Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Lynn Headwaters) |
Sign in at the trailhead register. Lynn Creek runs fast and cold; stay out of the water.
Numbers are approximate. Check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Lynn Headwaters) for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.
About 5–5.5 km (loop) with roughly 100–150 m of elevation gain. Most people take 1.5–2 hours. Figures are approximate; check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Lynn Headwaters) before you go.
Yes, on leash.
None. Lot can fill on weekends.
Not easily. Plan to drive or carpool.
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Hike Vancouver. "Lynn Loop." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/lynn-loop/
From the Lynn Headwaters entrance, cross the creek at the old dam and sign the hiker register. Walk south on the gravel road, then turn up Lynn Loop Trail along a forested bench past the Lynn Peak turnoff and a viewpoint. After about an hour, continue north on Lynn Headwaters Trail, then descend to Cedars Mill Trail and return south beside Lynn Creek.
Extended option: A longer variant runs about 10 km round trip, roughly 3.5 hours. Confirm the route on the official map before you commit.
Watch for: Register at the trailhead. Stay on signed trails; Lynn Creek runs fast and cold.
Best season: Best May to November
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Hi, I'm Cam Appleton. I love Vancouver and I love getting out on its trails. When I went looking for a simple, easy hiking guide for around here, I couldn't find one I liked. I also really like helping people, so I built this one.
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