Lions Bay Trail Network

Set at the foot of the Twin Sisters, known as the Lions, Lions Bay Trails offer visitors a peaceful and educational walking opportunity, whether it be through large second growth canopy, a trail connection to the Lions Peaks or a central trail within the villiage of Lions Bay.

Lions Bay Trails have been created, and are maintained, by a group of very dedicated volunteers. The trails connect the community while allowing hikers to enjoy the forests of Lions Bay and the vistas of Howe Sound. Trail names tell a story and some of the history of the Village of Lions Bay.

Trail Features include:

• Coniferous forest of Douglas Fir, Red Cedar and Western Hemlock
• Deciduous trees such as Broadleaf Maple, Red Alder and Dogwood
• Old tree stumps showing springboard notches from logging that took place 60 to 70 years ago
• Forest floor covered with Ferns, Salal, Oregon Grape and many species of wildflowers
• Birds such as Stellar Jays, Chickadees, Juncos and Bald Eagles
• Animals such as Racoons, Squirrels, Skunks and the occasional Black Bear
• Tremendous views and panoramas of Howe Sound, the Lions Peaks, rivers and streams

Trails include:

• Harrison Trail - running from the school parking lot to the Lions Trail. Named after visionary wildnerness advocate Pat Harrison
• Loggers Lane - a reminder of the period of excessive logging in Lions Bay
• Marjorie Meadows - a beautiful sanctuary in the middle of Lions Bay. Named after long time resident and visionary Marjorie Meredeth
• Brunswick and the Centennial Trail - the Centennial Trail celebrates the 100th Anniversary and completion of the interconnection of Brunswick Beach (founded in 1909 and amalgamated in 1999 with Lions Bay) and Lions Bay. Click Here to watch a video slideshow of the Centennial Trail Opening Day by Lee Halliday.
• Turpin Trail - the connecting trail from Lions Bay School to the Centennial Trail named after the first family with two generations to attend the school
• Rory's Waterfall Trail - in memory of the late Rosalind McPhee, author and the first Lions Bay Ambulance Chief
• Pride Path - reminds us of the Pride of Lions representing the strength of a group and the pride of a community, as chosen from a Canada Day competition

Rules and Safety Precautions:

• Trails may not be safe during high winds and heavy rains due to tree blow down, falling debris, rock fall hazards and swollen creeks
• There are slipping hazards at all times, always stay on the trails
• Trails are not built to wheelchair standards
• There are stairs and exposed roots along trails
• Some trails may be a challenge due to elevation

Bear Smart - The forest you are hiking through is black bear territory. During bear season, hike with a group whenever possible. Keep children in eyesite and animals on a leash. If you encounter a bear in its territory stay calm and do not run. Back away slowly, talking in a low voice and NOT looking into the bear's eyes. See Bear Smart for further information.

Caring for our trails - Parks Bylaw #414

• Do not damage or remove natural materials, birds or animals
• Leave no trace, you or your pets
• Fires, smoking, camping, hunting and motorized vehicles are prohibited on the trails
• Please do not let your pets harass wildlife
• Take nothing away but photographs and memories

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written by Greg , August 09, 2011

Thanks John, I didn't realize that it loops back around to Unnecessary. I assumed that it continued on to Mark's Summitt. I run to the lookout which overlooks the Strachan Creek area on the moss bluff (if you know where that is). I've been doing it in about 45 minutes return from the start of the trail off the logging road. I'm definitely going to try for the loop soon.

BTW - Is your group the ones who maintain the trails up Unecessary...?

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written by John Dudley , July 13, 2011

The trail you are talking about is called the "Totally Unnecessary Trail". Experience has shown us that it takes about 3.25 hours to go around if you are on your own and about 4 hours with a group..
It goes around in a great loop and joins the Unnecessary Trail again at the 2,000 ft. contour line.
About 5 years ago 2 men in the village used to run around it in 1 hr. 35 mins every weekend.

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written by Greg , July 13, 2011

Does anybody know the name of the trail on the right about 10 minutes up on Unnecessary?

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