A moderate hike along the water. Expect about 408 m of climbing; most people take 3.5–4.5 hours.
Moderate · 12 km one way · +408 m climb · 3.5–4.5 hours · Dogs: check local rules
North Shore · ~25 min from downtown
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check District of North Vancouver before you go.
Climb from Panorama Drive onto the Baden Powell Trail, crossing creeks on bridges and boardwalks. At 1.7 km a short spur on the right leads to Quarry Rock, a granite lookout over Deep Cove and Indian Arm. Many people stop here and return. To continue, go back to the main trail and head north. Cross a gravel clearing under the power lines, a maintenance road, and then Francis Creek near Indian River Drive. The trail climbs to the Mount Seymour Parkway area, then makes a steep rocky descent to the Seymour River around the halfway mark. Poles help here. Cross the river, climb out the other side, and follow the markers through forest to Lynn Canyon Park. Finish by crossing the canyon on the bridge near the café.
Watch for: Steep rocky descent mid-route. Mountain bikers.
Best season: Year-round.
Highlights:
Getting there by car: From the Second Narrows Bridge take exit 23B, go east on Dollarton Highway about 12 km into Deep Cove and turn up to Panorama Drive. Leave a second car at Lynn Canyon Park or plan to bus back.
Getting there by transit: Bus 211 or 212 to Deep Cove. From Lynn Canyon take bus 227 or 228 back.
Parking: Street parking in Deep Cove is tight on weekends. Lynn Canyon has pay parking.
Facilities: Washrooms in Deep Cove and Lynn Canyon Park. Café at Lynn Canyon.
With kids: Fit older kids. Quarry Rock alone suits families.
Alternatives: Quarry Rock only, about 4 km return. Start from Indian River Drive to save 3 km.
Tips: Many trails cross this route. Keep the fleur-de-lis markers in sight.
Trailhead location from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors). Dogs, transit, fees and closures change; check the official page.
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| Region | North Shore |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Season | Year-round |
| Trailhead | Panorama Drive, Deep Cove |
| Parking & transit | Little or no transit; plan to drive. |
| Permits & passes | Check the land manager's page for current fees and passes. |
| Dogs | Check local rules |
| Kid-friendly | Better for older, fit kids or adults |
| Highlights | Lakes & water |
| Crowds | Not rated yet |
| Managed by | District of North Vancouver |
Steep rocky descent mid-route. Mountain bikers.
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 12 km (one way) with roughly 408 m of elevation gain. Most people take 3.5–4.5 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.
Check the land manager's page for current fees and passes.
Not easily. Plan to drive or carpool.
See also: 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 · Guides
Hike Vancouver. "Deep Cove to Lynn Canyon (Baden Powell)." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/deep-cove-to-lynn-canyon/
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