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tynehead regional park loops

An easy loop 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 · 3–5 km loop · +10–40 m climb · 1–1.5 hours · Dogs: on leash

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quick facts

Distance: 3–5 km
Elevation gain: 10–40 m
Typical time: 1–1.5 hours
Route: loop
Dogs: On leash
Drive from downtown: ~40 min

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tynehead regional park loops

Metro Vancouver · ~40 min from downtown · reachable by transit

Trailhead: Tynehead Regional Park, 96 Avenue entrance, Surrey
Difficulty: Easy
Hiking time: 1–1.5 hours
Suggested start: Any daylight hour
Distance: 3–5 km
Climb: +10–40 m
Season: Year-round

Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Tynehead Regional Park) before you go.

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trail facts

Region	Metro Vancouver
Difficulty	Easy
Season	Year-round
Trailhead	Tynehead Regional Park, 96 Avenue entrance, Surrey
Parking & transit	Transit reaches the trailhead or close to it (check TransLink).
Permits & passes	None.
Dogs	On leash
Kid-friendly	Yes, with supervision
Highlights	Forest, Lakes & water
Crowds	Moderate
Managed by	Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Tynehead Regional Park)

safety notes

Gentle forest and meadow trails along the Serpentine River. Watch for salmon in fall.

Numbers are approximate. Check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Tynehead Regional Park) for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.

questions

How long is Tynehead Regional Park loops?

About 3–5 km (loop) with roughly 10–40 m of elevation gain. Most people take 1–1.5 hours. Figures are approximate; check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Tynehead Regional Park) before you go.

Are dogs allowed on Tynehead Regional Park loops?

Yes, on leash.

Do I need a pass or permit for Tynehead Regional Park loops?

None.

Can I get to Tynehead Regional Park loops by transit?

Yes, transit reaches this trailhead or very close to it. Check TransLink for current routes.

sources

Cite this page

Hike Vancouver. "Tynehead Regional Park loops." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/tynehead/

route in detail

From the Serpentine Fields lot at Tynehead Regional Park in Surrey, enter woods from the northwest corner and turn right on Serpentine Loop past bridges and springboard-notched cedar stumps. Keep right at the junction into a meadow and forest, passing a large Sitka spruce, to the Serpentine Hollow picnic area and butterfly garden. Cross the river, climb Trillium Trail for an overview, then return via Birch Grove and Hawthorn trails across meadow.

Best season: all year

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tynehead regional park loops

quick facts

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tynehead regional park loops

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trail facts

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route in detail

nearby in metro vancouver

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