An easy out-and-back walk to a waterfall, 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 out-and-back · +30–100 m climb · 1–1.5 hours · Dogs: check local rules
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Sea-to-Sky · ~135 min from downtown
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check BC Parks (Nairn Falls Park) before you go.
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| Region | Sea-to-Sky |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Season | Spring to fall |
| Trailhead | Nairn Falls Park day-use lot, Highway 99 south of Pemberton |
| Parking & transit | Little or no transit; plan to drive. |
| Permits & passes | None. |
| Dogs | Check local rules |
| Kid-friendly | Yes, with supervision |
| Highlights | Waterfalls, Forest |
| Crowds | Moderate |
| Managed by | BC Parks (Nairn Falls Park) |
Riverside trail to a fenced viewpoint. Rocks are slick near the river; stay behind fences.
Numbers are approximate. Check BC Parks (Nairn Falls Park) for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.
About 3–3.5 km (out-and-back) with roughly 30–100 m of elevation gain. Most people take 1–1.5 hours. Figures are approximate; check BC Parks (Nairn Falls Park) before you go.
Rules vary or change here. Check the land manager before bringing a dog.
None.
Not easily. Plan to drive or carpool.
See also: Best hikes for beginners · Waterfall hikes · Hikes under 2 hours · Hikes for April · Hikes for May · Hikes for June · Hikes for July · Hikes for August · Hikes for September · Hikes for October · Sea-to-Sky hikes · Kid-friendly hikes · Beginner hikes · Guides
Hike Vancouver. "Nairn Falls." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/nairn-falls/
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