449 m away
Middle Needle Peak
Follow a heavily forested ridge to one of Vancouver's lesser known peaks
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 20 km
- Ascent
- 1.5 km
- Descent
- 1.5 km
Lynn Balloon Lookout
Go up to Lynn Balloon Lookout, signs say Lynn Peak (it is not a peak)
Hiking Moderate
- Distance
- 7.9 km
- Ascent
- 749 m
- Descent
- 749 m
- Duration
- 2-3 hrs
- Low Point
- 191 m
- High Point
- 930 m
- Gradient
- 17˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features low exposure and is typically done between June and October. From a low point of 191 m to the maximum altitude of 930 m, the route covers 7.9 km, 749 vertical metres of ascent and 749 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Great trail, first 50-60 minutes is climbing on large rocks/boulders
Difficulty
Moderate
Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.
Low Exposure
The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.
Remoteness
Close to help in case of emergency.
Best time to visit
Features
- Picturesque
- Dog friendly
- Forestry or heavy vegetation
Similar routes nearby
5.8 km away
Mt Seymour Hike
A scrambly hike to the summit of Mt. Seymour
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 9 km
- Ascent
- 564 m
- Descent
- 565 m
9.1 km away
Jug Island Trail
Short distance, low elevation, great views
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 4.8 km
- Ascent
- 213 m
- Descent
- 213 m
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Guidebooks in this area
7 routes · Hiking · Trail Running
Superb Snow-Free Winter Hikes around Vancouver
6 routes · Hiking
The Best Day Hikes Around Vancouver
3 routes · Hiking
3 Terrific, Tough Hikes in North Vancouver
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