The Seymour Demonstration Forest multi-use trail is part of the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve, directly south of the Seymour Watershed. The trail, for the most part, parallels the vehicle access road to the Seymour Dam, although it is rare that you actually see the access road itself. The trail is wide, paved, and varies in elevation and direction. It is well-used by cyclists, joggers, and inline skaters. Picnic areas and pit toilets are scattered along the 11km (one-way) path at regular intervals. Families and groups use this trail often. Please keep the speeds reasonable and be aware of all users; fatal collisions have occurred on this trail in the past.
Directions:
The trailhead is difficult to reach by transit, though catching a bus to Capilano College and hoofing it from there is both picturesque and shady. Using transit, the closest bus stop is a good 2-3km from the start of the multi-use trail.
Traveling by car, head towards Capilano College and drive straight past the main gate to the campus. Keep right on driving, past the riding stables and cemetery. The road turns to gravel here, but just keep on chugging; you'll soon arrive at the trailhead, with ample free parking.
From Hiway #1, take the Mount Seymour Parkway exit, then immediately go North on Lillooet Road for about 4.6 km.
ByPosted By: monikardasz
- Tue Sep 06 19:02:18 EDT 2011
CommentOne of the best biking trails for everybody (more/less experience bikers) Not a big fan of coming back the same way we've found an awesome forest trail at 6km which leads down to the river and the rest of the way we make along the river, gravel/mud path with some woodpath parts. The only downside is quite steep part at the very end, but still worth it! We've done it with a child carrier behind and a 5 year old on the bike, doable:)
ByPosted By: Urban trekker
- Sat Sep 11 21:36:38 EDT 2010
UpsideThe access road is now paved all the way to the trailhead parking lot but has speed bumps every 100 meters or so.
ByPosted By: lordjohn
- Mon Aug 02 11:37:06 EDT 2010
Not Rated
CommentActually, you can get quite close by public transit. Take the bus to Lynn Valley (# 228). Get off at Dempsey & Lynn Valley Rd (The End of The Line Store). Walk or ride towards Lynn Headwaters Park, turn right (about 200 m) on Rice Lake Rd, at the bottom, there will be a pedestrian bridge, cross it (takes you East of Lynn Creek), climb the path on the other side, & voila! you're at the trailhead.
ByPosted By: walterbusebazo
- Tue Apr 20 22:30:44 EDT 2010
UpsideMost of the necessary info.
DownsideIncomplete description
CommentAt the end of the 11 Km., the fish hatchery is worth a visit. Go across the vehicle access road and down the paved hill. Turn left at the bottom of the hill and follow the signs. The gravel path and single track of about 1 Km. takes you to the hatchery.. The views of the Seymour falls are amazing. There is a beach of crystal clear calm water that is a blessing (49.43352, -122.96592) write in google earth (fly to) exactly as that. Biking is the best way. Pedal thru the hatchery to the road and go back (about 1 Km.) to the junction where you can start the 11 Km. return.
Posted By: monikardasz
Posted By: Urban trekker
Posted By: lordjohn
