A moderate out-and-back hike along the water, mostly through forest. Expect about 300 m of climbing; most people take 1.5–2.5 hours. Usually quiet.
Moderate · 4–6 km out-and-back · +150–300 m climb · 1.5–2.5 hours · Dogs: check local rules
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North Shore · ~20 min from downtown · reachable by transit
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check District of North Vancouver before you go.
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| Region | North Shore |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Season | Year-round |
| Trailhead | Mosquito Creek Park, West 29th Street, North Vancouver |
| Parking & transit | Transit reaches the trailhead or close to it (check TransLink). |
| Permits & passes | None. |
| Dogs | Check local rules |
| Kid-friendly | Yes, with supervision |
| Highlights | Forest, Lakes & water |
| Crowds | Usually quiet |
| Managed by | District of North Vancouver |
Forest trail beside the creek with bridges and small falls. Rooty and muddy after rain.
Numbers are approximate. Check District of North Vancouver for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.
About 4–6 km (out-and-back) with roughly 150–300 m of elevation gain. Most people take 1.5–2.5 hours. Figures are approximate; check District of North Vancouver before you go.
Rules vary or change here. Check the land manager before bringing a dog.
None.
Yes, transit reaches this trailhead or very close to it. Check TransLink for current routes.
See also: Hikes you can reach by transit · Winter-friendly low-level walks · Lake hikes · Hikes for January · Hikes for February · Hikes for March · Hikes for April · Hikes for May · Hikes for June · Hikes for July · Hikes for August · Hikes for September · Hikes for October · Hikes for November · Hikes for December · North Shore hikes · Rainy-day hikes · Kid-friendly hikes · Quieter trails · Hikes you can reach by transit · Guides
Hike Vancouver. "Mosquito Creek trail." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/mosquito-creek/
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