Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area

• 340m elevation gain through old-growth forest remnants

• Panoramic views from Burnaby Mountain summit lookout

• Network of interconnected trails for different skill levels

• Japanese carved poles (Kamui Mintara) at the summit viewpoint

A large trail network on Burnaby Mountain with routes ranging from easy paved paths at the summit to challenging forest trails with steep grades and root-covered surfaces. The main loop climbs from the Takeda Drive parking area through temperate rainforest, ascending to the SFU campus and Burnaby Mountain Park at the summit before descending back. Multiple loop variations and connecting trails available.

The Route

1. Takeda Drive parking km 0.0

   lower trailhead

2. Forest ascent through second-growth forest km 2.0

3. Trail junction / connector trails km 4.0

4. SFU campus area km 6.0

   summit, 366m

5. Burnaby Mountain Park / totem poles km 7.0

   viewpoint

6. Descent through forest trails km 9.0

7. Return to Takeda Drive km 11.3

Along the Way

• Kamui Mintara (Playground of the Gods) — carved Ainu totem poles at summit

• Panoramic views of Burrard Inlet, Indian Arm, and North Shore Mountains

• SFU campus — brutalist architecture at the mountain summit

• 578 hectares of temperate rainforest with 34+ trails

• Wildlife: blacktail deer, coyotes, bald eagles, occasional bears

• Horizons Restaurant at the summit for post-hike dining

• Connects to Trans Canada Trail

Best Times to Visit

Insider Tips

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  The Velodrome Trail is the most scenic route up

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  Combine with Trans Canada Trail for a longer day

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  Mountain bikers share some trails — stay alert

What to Bring

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The Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area protects 576 hectares of forest on and around Burnaby Mountain. It was established to preserve the ecological integrity of the mountain while providing recreation access.

Source · burnaby.ca