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SaveBurnaby trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails and shared hundreds of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking and Winter Fat Biking. Popular destinations include Burnaby Mountain / SFU, Burnaby Lake Regional Park and Robert Burnaby Park.
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- Mountain Bike
132 trails
- E-Bike
55 trails
- Gravel Bike
87 trails
- Adaptive Bike
38 trails
- Winter Fat Bike
17 trails
- Hike
151 trails
- Trail Running
151 trails
Region Details
- 13
- 66
- 18
- 28
- 5
- 2
Region Status
Open as of 2 days
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 158
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 132
- Trails E-Bike
- 55
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 87
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 38
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 17
- Trails Horse
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 151
- Trails Trail Running
- 151
- Trails Snowshoe
- 1
- Trails Nordic Ski
- 1
- Total Distance
- 89 miles
- Total Descent
- 11,677 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,126 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,132 ft
- Reports
- 3,229
- Photos
- 721
- Completed Counter
- 68,868
Sub Regions
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Burnaby Lake Regional Park
- 4
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Burnaby Mountain / SFU
- 22
- 11
- 24
- 5
- 2
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Capitol Hill
- 1
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Robert Burnaby Park
- 3
Popular Burnaby Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 3.8 • 1,660 ft • 12 ft • 2,009 •
It has a few steeper sections, and a very few low built erosion control features, but it is generally a smooth flowing dirt trail. At only 600m long it's all over pretty quickly, but this trail is a good little extra to be tacked on to...
• 100 ★ 4.0 • 3,323 ft • 272 ft • 1,931 •
Wide gravel climbing trail built in 2013 to get from Gagliardi to . Follows a gradual but steady 6-8% grade with a few steeper sections. In 2014, a connector was built from upper Gagliardi to called which is part of a broader trail...
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 3,409 ft • 0 ft • 1,864 •
Technical trail with sharp turns, steep sections and optional log ride (with alternate line).
• 100 ★ 4.1 • 1,529 ft • 3 ft • 1,861 •
Starts at the intersection of , it has some decent flow with some berms. Generally windy and not too steep but you can still manage to get some decent speed. The trail brings you to a junction where you can choose to ride or continue...
• 100 ★ 3.9 • 1,063 ft • 0 ft • 1,751 •
A moderate trail found on Burnaby mountain consisting of windy turns, slightly rocky terrain and some wide bridges.
• 100 ★ 4.2 • 1,188 ft • 3 ft • 1,721 •
This trail offers many different style of riding. Entering with a more flowy vibe,soon after you encounter some rough DH terrain with some non mandatory drops.
• 95 ★ 4.0 • 3,428 ft • 312 ft • 1,652 •
Machine built trail with gradual incline connecting from bottom of Nicole's to Trail along the South flank of Burnaby Mountain.
• 85 ★ 3.7 • 1,522 ft • 0 ft • 1,468 •
Nice flattish trail to get you started on BC style features. The trail consists of four sections defined by the two trails (upper and lower) and that cross it. It starts right at the end of , where there is a "skills park", basically a...
Burnaby Mountain Bike Routes
★ 3.0 • 7 miles • 2,379 ft • 10 • Point to Point •
This route links together the seven smaller trails that climb from up to Baden Powell
3 miles • 693 ft • 9 •
It takes about 50 minutes to do the loop with a couple stops along the way. I would much rather take this...
★ 3.0 • 4 miles • 814 ft • 14 •
It takes about 50 minutes to do the loop with a couple stops along the way. I would much rather take this...
10 miles • 2,057 ft • 19 • Loop •
The Cardiac Race is a cross country race held at Burnaby mountain most recently in 2014. This is a single...
Photos of Burnaby Mountain Bike
Videos of Burnaby Mountain Bike
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Current Trail Warnings
| status | trail | date | condition | user | info |
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| Hang Your Hat | Sep 17, 2026 @ 10:35am (America/Vancouver) Sep 17, 2026 | Unknown | AlexMichal | Bridge is out so you have to walk down... | |
| Ben & Jerry's | Sep 7, 2026 @ 10:01am (America/Vancouver) Sep 7, 2026 | Ideal | raffi200 | Tree down across trail approximately 75m... |
Recent Trail Reports
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| bbarry | add | report | activity #104315096 and 3 more | Sep 21, 2026 @ 3:30pm 2 days |
| Dominic1YrV3b | add | video | activity #104312693 | Sep 21, 2026 @ 2:54pm 2 days |
| Ume | wishlist | trail | activity #104227168 | Sep 20, 2026 @ 10:03am 3 days |
| DanMac83 | ridden | trail | activity #104227160 | Sep 20, 2026 @ 10:03am 3 days |
| Ifripp | add | report | activity #104184200 and 2 more | Sep 19, 2026 @ 10:16pm Sep 19, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | bridge is out | Sep 17, 2026 @ 10:34am Sep 17, 2026 | ||
| report | Gave the trail a bit of a haircut and added a... | Sep 8, 2026 @ 8:36pm Sep 8, 2026 | ||
| trail | This is an easy trail even with the one... | Aug 9, 2026 @ 10:09am Aug 9, 2026 | ||
| trail | Thank you, we will coordinate with the City to... | Aug 4, 2026 @ 10:40am Aug 4, 2026 | ||
| trail | There’s a big tree down across the trail... | Aug 3, 2026 @ 6:33pm Aug 3, 2026 |
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Epic Ride Climb 2k139 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge403 awarded -
Climbing 100k Badge19 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k143 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge416 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Mountain Air Bike Skills Park | skill park | Burnaby | |
| SFU Dirt Jumps | skill park | Burnaby | |
| Taylor Park Skills Park | skill park | Burnaby |
Local Mountain Biking Directory
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Trek Bicycle Burnaby
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Burnaby Mountain Biking AssociationTrail Association
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Jubilee CycleBike Shop
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Edmonds CycleBike Shop
Local Trail Supporters
- Burnaby
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 132 | 78 miles | 10,879 ft | 37 miles | 1,125 ft | #260 | #30 | 713 | 3,223 | 18 | 88,605 | |
| E-Bike | 55 | 43 miles | 2,746 ft | 18 miles | 436 ft | #2,363 | #66 | 2,450 | 4,445 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 87 | 65 miles | 5,728 ft | 28 miles | 1,099 ft | #607 | #28 | 1 | 507 | 843 | ||
| Adaptive Bike | 38 | 27 miles | 2,224 ft | 11 miles | 961 ft | #1,515 | #38 | 201 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 17 | 14 miles | 912 ft | 6 miles | 394 ft | #1,322 | #38 | 36 | 1 | |||
| Horse | 1 | 2 miles | 30 ft | 4,780 ft | 20 ft | 948 | 2 | |||||
| Hike | 151 | 87 miles | 10,945 ft | 38 miles | 1,125 ft | #1,473 | #67 | 6 | 3,177 | 2 | 3,334 | |
| Trail Running | 151 | 87 miles | 10,945 ft | 38 miles | 1,125 ft | #834 | #40 | 3,175 | 1 | 10,487 | ||
| Snowshoe | 1 | 2,687 ft | 20 ft | 1,309 ft | 23 ft | 2 | 1 | |||||
| Nordic Ski | 1 | 2,687 ft | 20 ft | 1,309 ft | 23 ft | 12 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Burnaby?
Burnaby has 4 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Burnaby?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Burnaby are:
- Central Valley Greenway (4.2/5)
- Upper Gearjammer (4.2/5)
- Winston Street Bridge (4.1/5)
- Discovery Place Trail (4.1/5)
- Central Valley Greenway (4.1/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Burnaby?
There are 11 parking locations listed in Burnaby. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Burnaby?
The longest trail in Burnaby is BC Parkway at 4.6 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Burnaby?
The best hiking trails in Burnaby are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Burnaby?
The best trail running trails in Burnaby are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Burnaby?
Burnaby has a total of 158 trails. Of those, 132 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Burnaby to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Burnaby?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Burnaby is Trans Canada Trail - Burnaby Mountain with 1,198 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Burnaby?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Burnaby is Trans Canada Trail - Burnaby Mountain with 863 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Burnaby?
Burnaby supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Burnaby?
The following bike services are available in Burnaby:
- Bike Shop (3)
- Trail Association (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Burnaby?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Burnaby is Cardiac Hill with an average grade of 16.3%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Burnaby?
Yes, there are 1 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Burnaby. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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What trails have the biggest jumps in Burnaby?
The trails with the biggest jumps in Burnaby are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
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Are the trails open in Burnaby?
The overall region status for Burnaby is Clear / Green. Out of 104 trails:
- Clear / Green: 88
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 8
- Significant Issue / Amber: 5
- Closed: 3
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What are the trail conditions in Burnaby?
Based on trail reports from the past week in Burnaby:
- Ideal: 3 trails
- Dry: 1 trail
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Can I ride an ebike in Burnaby?
Yes, Burnaby supports e-bike riding. There are 43 trails in Burnaby that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Burnaby?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Burnaby are: View all mountain biking routes in Burnaby.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Burnaby?
The most popular Strava segments in Burnaby are:
- Home Depot Smash (18,469 athletes)
- Toyota > Gilmore (13,694 athletes)
- royal oak station flat sprint (11,087 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Burnaby?
There are 3 technical trail features (TTFs) in Burnaby. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Burnaby.
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What trails are closed in Burnaby?
There are currently 3 closed trails in Burnaby. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
- Clear / Green: 88
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 8
- Significant Issue / Amber: 5
- Closed: 3
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Burnaby?
Yes, there are 39 accessible/adaptive trails in Burnaby. View all adaptive trails in Burnaby for specific accessibility information.
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Are there local clubs or events in Burnaby?
There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Burnaby directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Burnaby?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Burnaby are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Burnaby?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Burnaby are:
- Winston Street Bridge (5/5)
- Lower Sidewinder (4/5)
- Discovery Place Trail (5/5)
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