A moderate loop along the water, mostly through forest. Expect about 60 m of climbing; most people take 6–8 hours.
Moderate · 25–26 km loop · +20–60 m climb · 6–8 hours · Dogs: on leash
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Metro Vancouver · ~40 min from downtown · reachable by transit
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check City of Port Coquitlam before you go.
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| Region | Metro Vancouver |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Moderate |
| Season | Year-round |
| Trailhead | Many access points; e.g. Lions Park or Gates Park, Port Coquitlam |
| 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 Coquitlam |
Long, mostly flat loop on dikes and paths around Port Coquitlam. Most people walk a section.
Numbers are approximate. Check City of Port Coquitlam for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.
About 25–26 km (loop) with roughly 20–60 m of elevation gain. Most people take 6–8 hours. Figures are approximate; check City of Port Coquitlam 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. "Traboulay PoCo Trail." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/traboulay-poco-trail/
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