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- 2.0 km Loop
- Difficulty: Easy
- 45 - 90 Minutes
- Public Restrooms
- Free Parking Lot
- Kid Friendly
- Wildlife
- Lakes
- Views
- Forests
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The Goldie Lake Interpretive Trail is a 2 km family-friendly loop on Mount Seymour Mountain, offering an easy, educational walk through a temperate rainforest on The North Shore Edge. The trail takes about 45 minutes to an hour at a steady pace, but if you stop to enjoy each of the numbered interpretive markers along the way — learning about the trees, wildlife, and history of the area — plan for up to 1.5 hours to fully experience it. This makes Goldie Lake a perfect outing for families, nature lovers, and anyone seeking a gentle but enriching trail, as it loops around a beautiful alpine lake and winds through old growth forest.
Special Features
Goldie Lake Trail is rich with educational and natural highlights, including towering Mountain Hemlock, Silver Fir, Yellow Cedar, and White Pine, as well as pond ecosystems home to Northwestern Salamanders and Yellow Pond Lilies. Along the way, you may spot Common Ravens, Whisky Jacks (Canada Jays), and other forest birds, and there are fascinating glimpses into Mount Seymour’s cultural and ecological history, including connections to Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish, and Musqueam Nations, and the story of the mountain’s early cabin community. The trail surface is natural and well-maintained, making it suitable for families, though staying on the marked path is important to protect the fragile ecosystems. Goldie Lake is open year-round, though hikers should be prepared for seasonal conditions, such as muddy sections during spring melt or after heavy rains.
North Shore Edge Tip
Goldie Lake is perfect for a quiet forest wander or a family nature walk, so bring kids along to explore each interpretive stop — and don’t forget to grab the trail map! If you take your time to enjoy every point of interest, expect to spend around 1.5 hours on the loop. Bring a camera for the stunning lake reflections, and if you’re curious about the mountain’s past, check out the Mt Seymour History Project online for more on the historic cabins. As always, stay on the trail to protect the environment and pack out everything you bring in to keep The North Shore Edge wild and beautiful.
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