Killarney Lake

You are transported in a different world once you get out of the ferry. All the noise from the city is gone, it is so quiet and peaceful… Killarney Lake makes for a nice autumn walk while the hike up Mount Garner is a nice workout.

Came out to Bowen Island with the intent to do the mountain hiking trail however upon taking a detour we decided to hike around the lake loop! Absolutely breathtaking, amazing scenery, gorgeous views of the lake! It is a must to see when visiting Bowen Island or Vancouver!

A short stroll, right off the ferry will transfer into the woods of Bowen Island. This well marked out trail will make you feel like you have walked right into a Canadian jungle. that’s because you have! I have done this walk probably 20 times and it has yet to get boring. I like doing the loop with my parents dog. I can take the dog off leash most of the time, but just be respectable if your dog isn’t responsive in off leash situations because you will probably run into other dogs and people. I find most of the times i am actually alone out there and it’s so nice.
Lots of view points, and benches to take breaks and savor the view. Picnic tables for those people that don’t want to grab lunch at a place on the strip or Artistan square.
It takes me 45 minutes to complete the loop, but i also drive right to the picnic tables.

Oh look, a hike where you don’t have to climb over tree roots and over boulders to enjoy a nice view. Okay, a bit long if you go all around the lake which we did, and stop for a picnic on the pebble beach with cute little froggies :-)
It’s a couple of hours around, but it’s pretty flat and easy. (If you don’t bring the drill Sargent you can take your time and enjoy the view of the mountains.)
Lot’s of dogs on trail too which I adore. I had a great time in the beautiful woods, but it’s a little sad to see the old giant tree stumps that were cut down a long-​long time ago.
This is a great way to spend an afternoon on Bowen Island. Visit the village afterward for a treat or eats.

* Easy hike, very peaceful *
Just a short hike from the docks this is a beautiful little spot. If you follow the posted signs to the picnic area and stop just a bit short there is a little hidden bench made out of beautifully polished wood (this ain’t no ordinary splintery bird poo covered park bench!) that is smooth and makes for a wonderful spot to just lay down, enjoy the view, listen to the ducks, and watch the dragonflies with the mountains off in the distance. Beautiful!

This lake is gorgeous and peaceful! Cute little ducks swim on by. It’s a nice hike easy through some meadows from near the Bowen Island Ferry Terminal, probably about 45 minutes or so. If you bring a picnic lunch, this is the perfect place to stop and enjoy it.