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Community Hiking and Walking Trails
Find information below on a number of Prince Rupert's more popular walking trails. In addition to these, you'll find many shorter connecting pathways that link our neighbourhoods to one another. We encourage you to get out and explore our walkable community.
Note: We have done our best to indicate whether or not different trails in the community are accessible, and accessibility supports available through the Kaien Trails trailrider program in the information on each trail provided below. If any of this information is incorrect/invalid, please reach out to communications@princerupert.ca or call (250) 627 0976.
One of the most popular trails in Prince Rupert, the Butze Rapids Trail is a 5 km loop trail, accessible via the highway just outside of Prince Rupert (the next turn off past the industrial site). The trail is generally moderate, with some hilly sections. The loop connects with a view of the Butze tidal rapids, a couple of different access points to the beach, and also traverses a marsh landscape. If you are bringing a dog on the trail, it is recommended to be aware that there are wolves in the area and to avoid bringing pets if they have recently been spotted. There is parking at the trailhead, as well as waste receptacles and an outhouse - so please take any/all garbage out with you. (Note - this is a provincially maintained trail).
Report all wildlife conflicts to the BC Conservation Officer Service RAPP line at 1-877-952-7277
Accessibility: Note this trail is steep in sections and unpaved, so it is not considered wheelchair accessible. For more information on the accessible trail rider service provided by Kaien Trails Society - check out their website.
Rushbrook Trail features bridges and safety features to protect the trail and users. It is 1.7 km long and starts from Rushbrook Harbour behind Bob's on the Rocks fish and chip stand and goes to the seaplane base in Seal Cove, which connects to another walking loop around the salt marsh. There are some steep sections but it's an excellent trail for all skill levels. There are also benches along the trail if you want to take a break or just want to enjoy the lovely views along the trail.
Rushbrook Trail was redeveloped through a partnership between Kaien Trails Society, the Prince Rupert Rotary Club and the City, and funded by the Prince Rupert Port Authority, CN, and Pinnacle Pellet.
Accessibility: Note this trail is steep in sections, so may be challenging for wheelchair users. For more information on the accessible trail rider service provided by Kaien Trails Society - check out their website.
The Tall Trees Trail is accessible across from the entrance to Butze Rapids along Highway 16 leaving Prince Rupert. This is 7.7-km out-and-back trail, and is generally considered more challenging. It takes an average of 3 h 15 min to complete, and has on site parking below. (Note - this is a provincially maintained trail).
Accessibility: Note this trail very steep, so is not considered accessible to wheelchair users. For more information on the accessible trail rider service that can be used to access other recreational opportunities around Prince Rupert (provided by Kaien Trails Society) - check out their website.
The Moresby Trail is a 1.6-km loop trail just off of 2nd Avenue, past the 2nd Avenue Bridge in Prince Rupert. Generally considered an easy route, it's a roughly 30 minute walk, going around a pond with a small bridge over a fish ladder.
Accessibility: Note this trail has some stairs up and over the bridge portions of the trail, but other sections of the loop are relatively flat and accessible, though can be narrow in some portions. For more information on the accessible trail rider service provided by Kaien Trails Society - check out their website.
The McClymont Park Trail system has several entry points, including from the Civic Centre area (next to the Skate Park), near Rushbrook docks, and several other entry points within residential sections of the east side of the community. This trail system, while walkable, is not currently maintained regularly due to capacity constraints, so use is at your own risk.
Accessibility: Note this trail is steep in sections, unpaved and there are stairs across the bridges, so it is overall not considered wheelchair accessible. For more information on the accessible trail rider service provided by Kaien Trails Society - check out their website.
Take an easy and relaxing stroll through Seal Cove Park that offers a loop around the Prince Rupert Port Authority's Salt Marsh rehabilitation project. A collaborative project between the City and Port Authority, this space offers an accessible paved loop that features picnic tables, a ping pong table, with restaurant and cafe amenities nearby.
Accessibility: This walk is fully paved, so is considered accessible.
