Cross the floating bridge and follow the trail back to South Beach and the main parking lot.
From here, cross the suspension bridge to continue along the Buntzen Lake Trail or you can return on the same path for a shorter, easier hike.
Because of Covid they only allow so many cars in the parking lots !
Today we completed the Buntzen Lake Loop Trail in 2.5 hours for a total distance of 10.4 km with an elevation gain of 279 m. The temperature was a brisk 3-C and overcast.
After a 20 m section on Powerhouse Road, the Buntzen Lake Trail continues down to the North Beach picnic area. Elevation gain: 100 m. Hiking time: 45 minutes (one way). Baker, Vancouver Island, the Fraser Valley, Coquitlam watershed, Mt. This site is made and maintained by a hiking enthusiast, who is not affiliated with BC Hydro or Buntzen Lake. The Halvor Lunden (Eagle Ridge) Trail comprises of the Lindsay Lake Loop, Swan Falls Loop and Dilly Dally Loop. I consider this the big brother off the Buntzen Lake trail!
FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR MORE INFO ON THIS HIKE. The following trail description follows the route around Buntzen Lake in a … It was nice to get the steep parts out of the way first (to the left of the lake). Its natural setting and many adjacent trails make it a popular destination all year round. Trailhead on Google Map. Length 7.3 mi Elevation gain 1,417 ft Route type Loop Some trails or park services may be closed this weekend so check with local authorities before heading out.
Don’t believe it! Travelling uphill into the forest, eventually you will cross the powerline and pipeline and continue along a series of switchbacks until you reach the first viewpoint (which is not an official vista !). The overnight temperatures caused some ice patches to remain along the trail but not enough that micro spikes were required.
Before the suspension bridge was built, this trail portion completed the loop around Buntzen Lake.
The trail is primarily used for hiking. I did this with my wife who is not a HIKER. Click on this LINK for Google Maps and Navigation to the Parking Lot.
This route is recommended for experienced and fit hikers only. Passing through the ancient mountain forest you will encounter several spectacular viewpoints overlooking Vancouver. If you take the east loop, just head back about 5 m or so from the viewpoint and find the marked trail. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. This section is a steep downhill gravel path that snakes its way to the North Beach Picnic area so caution is necessary to not slip on the loose gravel. be careful - lots of 1 way trails in affect at Buntzen and they are not well marked. The trail then follows Rogue Creek to an open transmission line access road that joins with Powerhouse Road about halfway to North Beach. Your email address will not be published. Route from GPSIES (click on ‘Details’ for large image)… Route from Google Earth… The Academy Trail begins at the main entrance gate and extends north through a fern-filled forest paralleling the main access road to the equestrian parking lot. Mountain bikers are requested to obey all posted signs. At Swan Falls Junction turn left and follow the steep (and sometimes slippery) trail down to Powerhouse Road, which then leads you back to South Beach. Lakeview was accessible via saddle ridge trail to bear claw. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, camping, and nature trips and is best used from May until October. Eventually, the trail terminates at a BC Hydro service road, where you’ll take a right and follow the service road for about 250 m and take another right onto the Old Buntzen Lake Trail which takes you back to the Buntzen Lake Trail. Continue north along the ridge to Dilly Dally Peak, then follow the trail and access road back down to Powerhouse Road. Circle Buntzen Lake and enjoy the beautiful views of surrounding mountains. The trailhead is located on Powerhouse Road, near the southeast corner of the South Beach parking area. Mountain bikers are permitted on access roads, transmission line roads, the short trails linking the two parking areas with the floating bridge and on the trails to Sasamat Lake and Eagle Bluff. Views of the lake are limited as the trail meanders through the forest and the tall trees. We started at the east side of South beach, near the off-leash dog park and headed North, passing some viewpoints and lake access points along the way. Circle Buntzen Lake and enjoy the beautiful views of the lake and surrounding mountains. This leads you to a concrete water intake building. This means, having the TEN ESSENTIALS. The trail that loops around the lake is one of the most popular in the park as it passes through scenic forests, offers several views of the lake, crosses a suspension bridge, and passes the quieter beach at the north end. Once connected to the Buntzen Lake Trail, take a left turn and follow the trail over the suspension bridge leading to North Beach. Starting at Buntzen Creek Bridge at the east side of South Beach, the trail leads north, passing several lake access points and viewpoints.