Trail of Hope

The Trail of Hope is a forested route through Burnaby’s Central Park that is popular with hikers, dog walkers, and families. Due to this popularity, foot traffic can be extremely high along the trail, especially on weekends or during peak hours. It is best to arrive early to the park in order to secure a parking spot and take full advantage of the trails before the crowds arrive.

This trail is a short loop through the park that passes by two ponds and several recreational areas. The park is heavily forested, making it a great escape within the city limits for when you just need a little bit of peace and quiet without actually leaving the city. In addition to this scenic woodland setting, the park is also home to a number of wildlife species such as ducks, geese, and squirrels. This, plus the fact that the trail is stroller and wheelchair friendly, makes the park an ideal option for getting out and exploring nature with the entire family.

Setting out from the parking area, follow the trail to the right as it skirts around the Lower Pond. Continue east along the trail as it passes through the dense tree cover of the park and turns north past the tennis courts. From here, keep following the trail as it veers northwest, ending up near the Swangard Stadium. Keep on the Trail of Hope as it turns south, passing by the Upper Pond on its way back to the parking lot off of Imperial Street.