Hikes/Canada/British Columbia/North Shore

Difficulty

Moderate

Elevation

394 m

Distance

6.4 km

Duration

2-3h

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Brothers Creek Trail

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The Brothers Creek Trail is a fun half-day hike that takes you through a thickly covered forest as it climbs its way uphill alongside the creek. Spend the day exploring trails around Cypress Provincial Park, or hang out by Blue Gentian Lake before making the technical descent back down along the trail. This is a quick little hike for when you are looking for a bit of peace and quiet or just to spend the day by a secluded lake.

Route Description for Brothers Creek Trail

The Brothers Creek Trail is a beautiful singletrack trail that climbs uphill through a thick covering of gorgeous West Coast forest alongside Brothers Creek. Sections of this 6.1 km out-and-back trail are fairly technical, especially on the descent, so make sure that you wear proper hiking footwear and use caution when navigating any muddy or icy terrain.

After crossing over the wooden bridge and setting off on the trail, it will begin to climb steeply uphill, making its way through the forest as it meanders alongside Brothers Creek. As you make your way along the trail, you will eventually reach a small clearing surrounding Blue Gentian Lake. This area is a perfect spot to set up and have a picnic while enjoying the beauty of nature. After you’ve wrapped up your day around the lake, pack up your things and head back down the same trail, navigating the technical descent to return to the parking area.

Getting to the Brothers Creek Trail Trailhead

To get to the Brothers Creek trailhead from Vancouver, follow Trans Canada Highway/BC-1 W, taking exit 13 for Taylor Way. Turn right onto Taylor Way and at the roundabout take the second exit to continue on to Southborough Drive. Make a left turn onto Highland Dr, following it for 1.6 km before turning left onto Eyremount Drive. In 800 m, make a right turn onto Millstream Road to reach the parking area at the trailhead.

Route Information

When to do:
June-November
Backcountry Campsites:
No
Pets allowed:
Yes - On Leash
Family friendly:
Older Children only
Route Signage:
Average
Crowd Levels:
Moderate
Route Type:
Out and back