Hiking
Trailfinders Welcome
Houston’s trails don’t just take you somewhere—they take you into the heart of Northern BC’s landscapes. Whether it’s a peaceful walk through towering forests, a climb to sweeping viewpoints, or a lakeside path that lets you linger, there’s a trail for every pace and skill level.
Trail Info
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| Trail | Distance from Houston | Cell Coverage | Difficulty | Trail Length | Round Trip | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aitken Falls | 14.4 km | Yes | Difficult | 1.1 km | 1 – 1.5 hrs | Warning: The last 100 m of the trail traverses down a steep section down to the falls in the canyon |
| Barrett Hat | 8.5 km | Yes | Easy | 2.9 km | 1 – 1.5 hrs | Easy set of walking trails |
| Buck Falls | 30 km | No | Easy | 250 m | 15 min | Warning: Rocks along the trail and creek may be slippery when wet. Caution should be used when travelling close to the creek. |
| Bulkley River Rec Site | 30 km | Yes | Easy | 10 km | Various | |
| Byman Falls | 28.9 km | Yes | Easy | 200 m | 20 min | Stay on the trail. The area above the falls and stream is slippery and treacherous. |
| China Knows | 27.5 km | Partial | Moderate Difficult | 2.9 km | 3.5 – 4 hours | Due to the nature of the cliff edge, these trails may not be suitable for pets or small children. |
| Dina Lookout | 60 km + | No | Moderate | 3.3 km | 3 – 3.5 hour | |
| Equity Ice Falls & Dungate Falls | 17 km | No | Easy | 717 km | 1 hour | Watch out for falling ice from Equity Ice Falls |
| Findlay Falls | 36.7 km | Yes | Easy | 214 m | 30 min | Rocks along the trail and creek may be slippery when wet. Caution should be used when travelling close to the creek. |
| Houston Palisades | 15.5 km | Yes | Easy | 1.9 km | 1 – 1.5 hours | Due to the nature of the palisade edge, this trail is not suitable for pets or small children. |
| Klinger Lake | 14.3 km | Yes | Easy | 200 m | 20 min | |
| L.D. Byman Trail | 21 km | No | Moderate | 3 km | 2 -3 hours | |
| McQuarrie Lake | 35 km | No | Moderate | 2.06 km | 2.5 – 3 hours | |
| Morice Mountain | 28 km | Yes | Moderate | 3.5 km | 3 -5 hours | The access road requires 4X4 and good clearance to make it all the way. |
| Morice – Klinger Tails | 7 km | Yes | Easy | 3 – 11 km | 1 hour + | Watch out for bears and cattle in the summer months. |
| Nadina Falls | 92 km | No | Easy | 485 km | 1 hour | Use caution when standing near the edge of the rock edge. |
| Nadina Mountain Provincial Park | 46 km | Partial | Difficult | 5.47 km | All Day | Pack lots of water. There are no water sources once you're in the alpine. |
| Nanika Mountain | 80.9 km | No | Difficult | 8.54 km | All Day | Never venture out into the backcountry without proper gear and emergency provisions. |
| Newcombe Falls | 121 km | No | Moderate | 1.12km | 1 hour + | Never venture out into the backcountry without proper gear and emergency provisions. |
| Old Pines Nature Trails | 10 km | Yes | Easy | 1.9 km | 45 min – 1.5 hours | |
| Owen Hat | 60 km | Partial | Moderate | 1.9km | 30-45 min | Due to the nature of the palisade edge, this trail is not suitable for pets or small children. |
| Owen Lookout | 30 km | Yes | Moderate | 2 km | 2 hours | The Lookout can be a great place to camp overnight. Bring your own food and water. |
| Peacock Falls | 940 m | Yes | Moderate | 940 m | 1 hour | |
| Pimpernel Mountain | 66.4 km | Yes | Difficult | 1.7 km | 3 hours | Never venture out into the backcountry without proper gear and emergency provisions. |
| Prospector's Bluff | 32 km | Yes | Moderate | 2.3km | 2.3 hours | |
| Redslide Mountain | 91.5 km | No | Difficult | 5.5km | 7-10 hours | Never venture out into the backcountry without proper gear and emergency provisions. |
| Sibola Mountain (North Slope) | 110 km | No | Difficult | 4.2 km | 4 hours | Never venture out into the backcountry without proper gear and emergency provisions. |
| Sibola Mountain (South Slope) | 130 km | No | Moderate | 6.25 km | All Day | Never venture out into the backcountry without proper gear and emergency provisions. |
| Story Look Out | 14.5 km | Yes | Moderate | 4.4 km | 5 hours | |
| Sweeney Mountain | 133 km | No | Moderate | 4.27 km | 3-4 hours | Never venture out into the backcountry without proper gear and emergency provisions. |
POINTS OF VIEW
Explore favourites like Barrett Hat, Owen Lookout, and China Knows, each offering its own perspective on the region’s rugged beauty. From the quiet rustle of the trees to the panoramic views at the summit, every step feels like a reward.
Useful Links
Houston Hikers
For maps, tips and trail updates check out Houston Hikers Society website.