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Explore Bowen Island, BC by Bike

This e-book guide explores six road-based biking options on Bowen Island, British Columbia, Canada.


For each of the six routes, you'll find:

  • a route map
  • an elevation profile
  • return distance from the ferry in Snug Cove
  • estimated time required
  • elevation gain and loss
  • highest point
  • maximum slope
  • average slope
  • points of interest
  • a link to the route on Google Maps

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This moderately difficult, 18 km return hike takes 5-6 hours. Garibaldi lake is a show-stopper turquoise lake ringed by showy glaciers, alpine meadows and snow-capped mountains.

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Tenquille Lake (Branch 12 Trail) – Pemberton, BC

This moderately difficult, 12 km (return) hike takes 5-7 hours. Expect to be dazzled by expansive alpine meadows, stunning views of the Pemberton Valley and the crystal clear, sub-alpine Tenquille Lake.

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Mount Gardner Hike on Bowen Island

This moderately difficult, 8.3 km (return) hike takes 4-5 hours. Expansive views of the Sunshine Coast, downtown Vancouver, UBC, Mt. Baker, Howe Sound.

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Killarney Lake Hike on Bowen Island

This easy, scenic 7.5-9km (return) hike from the ferry in Snug Cove takes about 2-3 hours and has minimal elevation gain. It is accessible year round.

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Crooked Falls Hike near Squamish, BC

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