Roni Kury

06/20/2023

If you are a mountain biker or hiker and you love a challenge, this area is a hidden gem. (Wait, why am I saying this publicly?!) Burke Mtn. has lots of old-school (mtb) rugged tech, steeps, wood features, jumps, gaps, and drops. There aren't really any green (beginner) trails, unless you count the gravel road climbing trails and maybe Woodland Walk (for mtb, that's more of a transit corridor from upper trails to the lower ones). There are quite a few double-black trails, some of which are, frankly, a bit insane, lol. If you do visit this place, PLEAAE drive slowly along Upper Harper Road (gravel) as your dust is awful for bikers climbing, plus, there are dogs off-leash. The Coquitlam gun club also uses that access road (sadly) and there is always a background NOISE of near constant gunfire. I think the bears are numb to it. There is plenty of wildlife: make sure you are bear-smart!!! Also, coyotes, foxes and cougars. Make sure you have a trip plan; tell someone where you are going. Bring a phone, map, water, sealed snacks, emergency supplies & first aid - Coquitlam S.A.R. is awesome, but it does take time to locate hikers/bikers in trouble and the top-most trails are way up there! There are NO washrooms or amenities of any kind.

Collin Sluggett

04/24/2019

The view point from the Coquitlam lake look out is definitely in my top 5! Stopped at a water fall on the way down it's much nicer to look at then crystal falls! The terrain is pretty easy going until you get to the new path to the view point. Gets almost vertical, would be nice if they had a rope there to aid with scrambling. The trail we did was about 12km round trip parking at the gun range. Took just over 2 hours round Trip, with breaks and stopping at the view point Definitely recommend this to anyone! We also took our dog up there, great to get out.

Ashley Jordison

05/31/2022

Great trails, beautiful views, limited parking and the sound of the gun range for the first few km but all around great park. Note no public washrooms or garbage cans so pack in and pack out.

Lance

06/16/2018

I've explored this park on two separate occasions now and I'm definitely a fan. This is a particularly attractive spot for mountain bikers and hikers. I'm into the latter, and there is an impressive network of trails that weave it's way throughout the forest. More popular trails include the quaint Woodland Walk, the Coquitlam Lake View Trail, and the very lengthy Burke Ridge trail. Do keep in mind that most of these trails take you deep into the forest and aren't always the most scenic, although they are very lovely given the lush green scenery. However, the three trails I mentioned will take you to some beautiful falls throughout the park, and the CLVT and Burke Ridge hikes have some pretty stunning views if you have the patience to reach them. Definitely worth checking out.

Aaron Pettman

06/13/2024

BEARS. They're beautiful and not looking for confrontation, but unfortunately I think they're habituated to humans by living so close to the city. Be prepared for a bear to *follow you* on the trail! Do you know what to do when encountering a bear? Well, you should if you're going hiking here -and don't forget your bear spray!