Hiking & Biking

Mountain Treks to Intermediate Hikes and Leisurely Walks

 

You’ve entered a hiker’s paradise with up to 20 day hikes in the area.  From heart-pumping climbs to extensive backcountry excursions, you will be treated to some of the most spectacular scenery.

Leisurely Walks

• Ferry Island is a flat 2.8 km loop that skirts the banks of the Skeena.  Be on the lookout for unique woodcarvings by local artist Rick Goyette hidden amongst the trees.

• The Grand Trunk Pathway is a popular place for walking, jogging, cycling or rollerblading. This paved linear trail follows Hwy16 West for 1.6 km.

• Howe Creek Trail is a picturesque old timber trail along Terrace's main creek. This easy path is home to birds and amphibians, as well as a fish hatchery at the end of Eby Street.

• Redsand Lake Demonstration Forest is 26 kms north on the West Kalum Forestry Road. The bumpy drive is well worth it as there are some great trails to explore.  Check out a 2 km trail that leads to Lookout Hill with scenic views of the lake and Kalum valley. There's also a 1.6 km self-guided trail with interpretive signs, as well as, a moderate 3.8 km hike.

• Gruchy's Beach is an easy 1 km trail that follows Williams Creek through an old growth forest to a popular sandy beach on Lakelse Lake.

• Twin Spruce is an easy 2 km walk that winds through old growth forests and wetlands. This trial is located at Furlong Bay Campground in Lakelse Lake Provincial Park.

Intermediate Hikes

• Terrace Mountain is a moderate 4.5 km vertical climb with some steep spots and rewarding views overlooking Terrace.

• Thornhill Mountain is a moderate hike that follows an old mining trail for 4.8 km to the alpine and the old forestry lookout.  Here you’ll find sensational panoramic views of the Skeena and Kitimat Valleys.

• Bornite Mountain is a 4.6 km hike following an old mining trail to a sub-alpine ridge. An unmarked route continues to the peak giving panoramic views of the Skeena Valley and surrounding areas.

• Hai Lake is a moderate to easy 1 km hike through old growth forests that leads to Hai Lake and a rustic campsite. Great for swimming and fishing.

• Packhorse/Lickbike has two multi-use trails that are part of the original Thornhill Mountain trail and are primarily used by mountain bikes.

• Pine Lakes is a moderate 6.1 km multi-use loop. The trail offers scenic views of the lakes, wetlands and mountains.

• Sleeping Beauty is a 2.5 km hike that leads to sub-alpine meadows and lakes.  An unmarked route continues to alpine ridges with excellent views of the Kalum and Skeena Valleys.

Mountain Treks

• Gunsight Lake is a difficult 6.5 km trail that leads to a scenic alpine lake and ridges that overlook Lakelse Lake.

• Maroon Mountain is a difficult 7.2 km hike following an old mining trail to the alpine.

Biking

 

From technical, single track mountain passes to wide and flat pathways, mountain bike enthusiasts of all abilities are guaranteed to find more trails here than daylight.  For the more relaxed biker, easy trails weave in and out of the city such as Ferry Island and the Grand Trunk Pathway.  For cross-country explorations visit the Onion Lake trails or Pine Lakes.  If downhill riding is more your style, check out Terrace Mountain or Thornhill Mountain where cyclists bike, hike or shuttle to the top to conquer the thrilling steeps again and again.

To practice your skills visit the Bike Skills Park exploding with tight tracks, teeter totters and jumps for riders of all levels.

Hiking trails brochure .pdfs:

Terrace trails.

Kitimat trails.

 

1. Where can I get more detailed information on the hiking trails?