Coquitlam

Mundy Park is a large urban park in Coquitlam. In fact, Mundy Park is the largest park in Coquitlam. There are two small but scenic lakes in the park – Mundy Lake and Lost Lake.

The park offers a large network of peaceful walking trails. Because of the numerous shaded trails, Mundy Park is a favorite walking area for many locals.

Cypress Lake is a lesser-known hike in Coquitlam, starting near the Westwood Plateau golf course.

It is a steady, uphill climb to reach Cypress Lake, which sits at about 800 m elevation.

The Coquitlam Crunch is a popular trail primarily used for exercise. The route starts off Landsdowne Dr. near Eagle Ridge Elementary School and climbs straight up Westwood Plateau in Coquitlam. The total return-trip is 4.4 kilometers and takes about 1.5 hours on average.

Munro Lake and Dennett Lake are two beautiful lakes which can be accessed via a steep hike in Pinecone Burke Provincial Park, Coquitlam. The lakes are close to each other, although separated by about 120 meters of elevation.

Widgeon Falls is a popular day-hike, with a fun twist. You need to take a canoe or kayak to reach the trailhead.

Located on the northside of Pitt Lake, within Pinecone Burke Provincial Park, Widgeon Falls is a terrific way to spend a summer day. The trail is open year-round and is also a good option in the shoulder seasons.

Kayaks and canoes can be rented outside of the winter months at the dock from Pitt Lake Canoe Adventures. The paddle across Grant Narrows and up the Widgeon Slough takes about 60 to 75 minutes. The paddle to the trailhead is scenic, as you paddle through the peaceful and shallow waters of Widgeon Slough.

Sawblade Falls is a scenic waterfall located on Burke Mountain in Pinecone Burke Provincial Park, Coquitlam. The Woodland Walk Trail takes you 4 km up to the base of the falls. Along the way, you walk through the beautiful forest of Burke Mountain and pass by the smaller Woodland Falls.