Hike Rice Lake

North Vancouver, British Columbia
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Hike Rice Lake
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Distance: 1 km (0.6 mile) roundtrip. Duration: 2 hours. Minimal elevation gain. Calm, quiet lake with secluded areas. Hauntingly beautiful when fog rolls in. Wildlife all around: herons, ducks, the occasional eagle.

Walk down Rice Lake Road, cross the bridge, and follow the pathway towards the park ranger buildings. Past the buildings you will find a gravel path going into the trees, which will take you towards a fence beside the trail. Continue on the path towards the lake, while the trees and moss along the way provide natural eye candy and fresh air.

When you arrive at the lake, enjoy walking around the shore where you will find lots of spots to sit and take in the view (or the wonderfully quiet atmosphere). There is a fishing dock that goes out onto the water for a different perspective, and a few spaces off the main trail to enjoy lunch away from everyone else on the trail.

If you're lucky enough to have fog roll in that day, you will be in for a visual treat. The atmosphere constantly changes as the fog dances around the lake. Enjoy!

Getting there: You can take the #228 bus route near the end of the line at Dempsey and Lynn Valley Road, where you will find a trail map across from the General Store. If you are driving, there is a gravel parking lot at the end of Lillooet Road.

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Cath Maunder Maunder
5/11/2023
Easy
Nice east evening wander
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Rory Court
11/28/2016
Easy Hike to a Peaceful Spot
Rice Lake isn't massive and doesn't offer panoramic views but it does offer peace. It's a nice quiet spot close to the city ...
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Katie Kessel
10/13/2016
Great If You Live Close
Rice lake is definitely nice if you live close, but there are some great places to walk in North Vancouver, such as the Lynn ...
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Sasha McGrenera
9/2/2016
Relaxing Getaway
If you're looking for a ^relaxing get away that's not too far from home, this is the hike/walk for you. The rice lake loop ...
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Philip Mace
3/8/2016
Calm
very calm but not much to look at. Better of exploring the waterfalls Lynn canyon has to offer
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