An easy one-way route along the water, mostly through forest. Little climbing, so it suits a slow morning or an evening walk. Most people take 1–1.5 hours.
Easy · 3–3.5 km one-way · +0–20 m climb · 1–1.5 hours · Dogs: on leash
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Metro Vancouver · ~35 min from downtown · reachable by transit
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check City of Port Moody before you go.
Schematic: an illustrative shape drawn from total distance and gain, not a GPS trace. Real ups and downs will differ.
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| Region | Metro Vancouver |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Season | Year-round |
| Trailhead | Rocky Point Park (west) or Old Orchard Park (east), Port Moody |
| Parking & transit | Transit reaches the trailhead or close to it (check TransLink). |
| Permits & passes | None. |
| Dogs | On leash |
| Kid-friendly | Yes, with supervision |
| Highlights | Lakes & water, Forest |
| Crowds | Moderate |
| Managed by | City of Port Moody |
Flat path and boardwalk around the head of Burrard Inlet; distance is one way.
Numbers are approximate. Check City of Port Moody for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.
About 3–3.5 km (one-way) with roughly 0–20 m of elevation gain. Most people take 1–1.5 hours. Figures are approximate; check City of Port Moody before you go.
Yes, on leash.
None.
Yes, transit reaches this trailhead or very close to it. Check TransLink for current routes.
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Hike Vancouver. "Port Moody Shoreline Trail." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/shoreline-trail/
From Rocky Point Park, head east on the pedestrian Shoreline Trail across Slaughterhouse Creek into fir and cedar forest, then down a zigzag boardwalk over the tidal flats at the head of Port Moody Arm, with a viewing platform. Side trips to Noons Creek Hatchery and Old Orchard Park are optional before returning by the north shore or retracing steps.
Extended option: A longer variant runs about 6 km round trip, roughly 2 hours. Confirm the route on the official map before you commit.
Watch for: Some side explorations are best at low tide. Salmon run in Noons Creek in October and November.
Best season: all year
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