Revelstoke is home to some amazing hikes! If it’s in the Revelstoke Mountain Resort, Mount Revelstoke National Park, or just chasing waterfalls nearby there are tons of amazing hikes to close to Revy.

In this blog, we will be looking at the summer and fall months which, in our opinion, is the best time to explore the outdoors and smash out some awesome hikes near Revelstoke.

It is also the best time to try and conquer one or all eight of these hikes in the area. This is also only a sample of all the different type of hiking you can do near Revy.

These are just 8 of our favourites that we have personally done and some of them we’ve even done multiple times.

We still have a bunch of hikes we want to check off when we come back to Revelstoke but for now, these are our favourites.

All of them are a good variety of difficulty, distance, and time so you can pick and choose which hike works best for you. 

Dom hiking at Echo Lake near Revelstoke.

If you’re just passing by Revy for a few hours then we’d recommend the Big Eddy Bluff Trail since it’s right off the highway and easy to get to. Plus it can easily be done in one to two hours.

If you’re staying in Revelstoke for a few days though and want to do a challenging hike the McKenzie Outpost might be more up your alley.

With an abundance of hiking in the area, there will be tons of hikes in Revelstoke that you can enjoy.

It’s an outdoor paradise and basically every adventurer’s dream. We absolutely love this small little town nestled away in the B.C mountains.

8 hikes you must do in Revelstoke, British Columbia

Hiking Tip: Look up the trail on AllTrails before starting your hike 🗺️. You can find important trail information such as recent wildlife sights and trail closures. Check out the free version here or get a 7-day free trial of AllTrails Pro here.

Jo looking back down at the Columbia River in Revelstoke

#1 Big Eddy Bluff Trail

Mount Cartier in the background.

Practical information about Big Eddy Bluff Trail

Distance: 2.9 km return / 1.8 miles return
Elevation: 161 meters / 528 ft. elevation gain
Type: Out and back
Length: 1 hour return (not including breaks)
Difficulty: Easy – moderate
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Here’s a map of the beginning of the trail:

Big Eddy Bluff Trail and it’s amazing views

This was actually the first hike we did in Revelstoke. A few days after moving there our friends asked us if we wanted to do this fun hike that mostly only locals know about. So of course, we did.

Every time after that when our friends came to visit we brought them up Big Eddy Bluff. It’s the perfect place to show someone an aerial view of Revelstoke and its surroundings.

There is literally no better hike in the area for that specific purpose.

It’s a great hike too because the views from the top are absolutely magical and the hike itself isn’t that difficult. We’d recommend it to absolutely anyone thinking of coming to or passing by Revelstoke.

The trailhead is only a few minutes from town and super easy to get to. Plus, it’s only 3 km return and 160-meter elevation gain so it’s manageable for most people and the views are so worth it.

The trail is super easy to follow and well-maintained. Actually one of the times we were hiking it, a local was putting some little bridges across the muddy areas.

The locals really do take care of it. There’s even a very very small section where you get to climb using a rope which was also set up by a local.

It’s super easy and quite fun and you’ll absolutely enjoy this hike in Revelstoke. Make sure to bring some beers to enjoy at the top and spend some time just hanging out and enjoying Canada’s beautiful scenery.

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#2 Greenbelt Path

Walking trail in Revelstoke.

Practical information about the Greenbelt Path

Distance: 3.9 km return / 2.42 miles return
Elevation: 20 meters / 65 ft. elevation gain
Type: Out and back
Length: 1 hour return (not including breaks)
Difficulty: Easy – moderate
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Here’s a picture of the beginning of the trail

Greenbelt Trail in downtown Revelstoke.

Greenbelt Path is a beautiful trail in Revelstoke

The Greenbelt path is one of the local walking trails around the city. It gives you beautiful views of the valley, mountains, wildlife, and the peacefulness the small town of Revelstoke brings.

If you’re looking to explore the city and take in some views while sipping on a cup of coffee then this is the trail to do it on. We would usually go to the Saturday Farmer’s Market or grab a nice cappuccino from Dose and then embark on the Greenbelt.

The beauty of the Greenbelt is that there are multiple entry points where you can start the walk. We would usually start on the very east end of the path because we lived on that side of the city. But most people usually drive or walk down to Centennial Park in Revelstoke and start from there. This is where the farmers market is also located.

On Saturdays, we’d usually walk from Centennial Park and explore other sections of the trail. If you have never been there here is the spot where you can start from Centennial Park. From there you can easily access the trail and start exploring the area.

We definitely recommend walking along the outskirts of the trail. That is where you will get views of the stunning Columbia River and if you look far enough you may even see the lookout point for the Big Eddy Bluff Trail.

#3 McKenzie Outpost Trail

Jo taking in the views at McKenzie Outpost

Practical information about the hike up to McKenzie Outpost

Distance: 17.54 km return / 10.9 miles return
Elevation: 1095 meters / 3592 feet elevation gain
Type: Loop or in-and-out (depending how you do it)
Length: 5-7 hour return (including breaks)
Difficulty: Hard
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars

Here’s a picture of the beginning of the trail

Where to park for McKenzie Outpost hike

Hard but rewarding hike up to Mckenzie Outpost

If there’s one thing that we LOVED, it would be hiking up to the McKenzie Outpost. It’s one of the best activities you can do in Revelstoke during summer.

You will be stunned with the gorgeous views of the mountain ranges that surround Revy (#revelstoked)

It’s a challenging hike but if you have a full day and want a good hike with a lot of elevation then this is the one.

Revelstoke Mountain Resort has the longest vertical descent of any ski resort in North America, so you can probably imagine just how steep it is.

In the 8.5km going up, we covered over 1000 meters elevation. Definitely a good workout for your glutes!

All jokes aside though, even though it’s a brutally steep hike, this hike right in the Revelstoke Mountain Resort will leave you speechless.

It may not be completely remote like some other hikes because you are in the resort, but we still had the trail mostly to ourselves and the trail was very well maintained. What more can you ask for!?

It’s so hard to pick just one hike in Revelstoke to do but if you have the time then give McKenzie Outpost a shot.

If you’re a little tight for time and still want to see a waterfall and some stunning views without having to go too far then Begbie Falls is worth checking out.

#4 Echo Lake Trail

Echo Lake is an amazing place to explore near Revelstoke.

Practical information about walking around Echo Lake

Distance: 1.61 km return / 1 mile return
Elevation: 85 meters / 279 feet elevation gain
Type: Loop trail
Length: 15 – 45 min 
Difficulty: Very easy
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Here’s a picture of the beginning of the trail

Echo Lake near Revelstoke.

Echo Lake is a fun place to explore and camp

Echo Lake is this little hidden gem for locals and people who know the area. It’s a small lake set back in the mountains and hidden by trees just south of town.

In about 30 minutes from Revelstoke, you will find yourself immersed in nature and surrounded by mountains all around you.

Echo Lake is the perfect place to go if you want a good combination of hiking and camping.

There is a little trail around Echo Lake and that’s the one we mentioned in this post. It’s not a long trail but it brings you around the perimeter of the lake which is really cool.

You can also see once you walk around Echo Lake that there are other trails that lead off into the forest and up some other mountains.

We ended up just going for a short day trip to explore the lake so we only did the short trail but there is definitely a lot to explore in the area.

There are a few amazing places to camp in and near Revelstoke but Echo Lake definitely takes the cake. You can set up camp just a few feet away from the lake and then enjoy relaxing and kayaking for the rest of the day.

If you are looking to camp then we would definitely recommend it and try and come early and snatch site #42.

Enjoy all the hiking, exploring, and camping that you can do at Echo Lake. It’s perfect for someone wanting to get away for the weekend or some travellers that are passing by and want to see something off the beaten path.

Enjoy your time at Echo Lake and take advantage of the peace and quiet.

#5 Begbie Falls via Bluff Trail

Begbie Falls Waterfall in full flow

Practical information about Big Eddy Bluff Trail

Distance: 5 km return / 3.1 miles return
Elevation: 240 meters / 787 ft. elevation gain
Type: Out and back
Length: 1.5 – 2.5 hour return (not including breaks)
Difficulty: Easy – moderate
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Here’s a picture of the beginning of the trail

Begbie Falls Trailhead

Go chasing waterfalls at Begbie Falls

Of course, we had to include a hike with a waterfall. All of our other hikes in and around Revelstoke are special but none of them have quite the waterfall that Begbie Falls has.

This was the last hike we did in Revelstoke and we almost didn’t have enough time to do it on our last day but we’re so glad we did.

We actually tried to do this hike earlier in the season at the beginning of May but there was still a whole lot of snow on the trail. Especially the bits of the trail in the trees where sunlight only hits for a few hours a day.

This time it was absolutely pouring rain but at least we got to enjoy Begbie Falls at full force.

With the rain and the spring runoff, the falls were really coming down. We spoke with a local and he said he’s never seen it that powerful before – and he goes there all the time to walk his dogs in the area.

Rain or shine though you will have an awesome time exploring the Begbie Falls Recreational Area.

The hike we did was Begbie Falls via Bluff Trail but there are tons of other awesome trails to explore in the area. You can see the exact trail we did here on Trailforks.

You’ll see what we mean by there being a bunch of other awesome trails to explore.

Also, if you’re into climbing then this is one of the best areas in Revelstoke to go climbing and the majority of those side trails actually end up at climbing walls.

So if you want to go hiking, climbing, camping, or even chasing waterfalls then go find this paradise. It’s just another little area a few minutes from Revelstoke that you could spend days and days exploring.

Hiking Tip: Look up the trail on AllTrails before starting your hike 🗺️. You can find important trail information such as recent wildlife sights and trail closures. Check out the free version here or get a 7-day free trial of AllTrails Pro here.

#6 Lower Mount Cartier Trail

Hiking lower Mount Cartier.

Practical information about The Lower Mount Cartier Trail

Distance: 5.2 km return / 3.1 miles return
Elevation: 220 meters / 721 ft. elevation gain
Type: Out and back
Length: 1.5 – 2 hour return (including small breaks)
Difficulty: Moderate
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

Here’s a picture of the beginning of the trail

Mount Cartier trailhead.

Exploring the Lower Cartier Trail

If you’re looking to get a taste of Mount Cartier then you can start by training on this shorter Mount Cartier Trail. This trail is on the same road as you would take to Echo Lake. They are both south of town on Airport Road.

The trailhead for the Mount Cartier trail isn’t too hard to find. It will be on the left hand side while you’re going south on Airport Road.

There will most likely be other cars parked there as well because it’s a popular area for mountain biking, climbing, and those who dare to actually hike up the 30km return to summit Mount Cartier.

We definitely weren’t ready for that but we heard about this awesome viewpoint on the Mount Cartier Trail so we decided to go check it out for ourselves. It’s a fun little afternoon hike.

The trail is beautiful and very well marked because of all the mountain biking and climbing so you should easily be able to make it to the lookout point.

Roughly 100 meters or so before the lookout you will see a little arrow. If you have Trailforks then make sure to follow this trail.

Once you’re at the lookout you will have beautiful views of Mount Begbie and the Columbia River down below.

If you’re lucky there may even be a hammock up at the lookout that you can enjoy.

It’s just another reason why this little town of Revelstoke is such a beautiful little mountain town. Trails and hikes like this surround this peaceful little town.

#7 Sunderland Falls Viewpoint

Amazing photo of Sutherland Falls near Revelstoke, BC!

Practical information about Sutherland Falls Viewpoint Revelstoke

Distance: 0.5 km return / 0.31 miles return
Elevation: 16 m / 52.5 ft. elevation gain
Type: In-and-out trail 
Length: 15 minutes return (add time for pictures)
Difficulty: Very easy
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Click here to see a trail map for Sutherland Falls near Revelstoke.

Beautiful viewpoint to Sutherland Falls

This isn’t really a hike by any means it’s more of a lookout/viewpoint that is worth stopping at if you’re exploring this side of Revelstoke.

Just 25 minutes south of Revelstoke, you’ll find this short and easy walk to the iconic viewpoint where you can see this beauty!

You can hop on Highway 23 and make your way down to the falls. You can also make a stop at Begbie Falls along the way and then go visit Halcyon Hot Springs after if you have the time! 

Jo standing in front of Sutherland Falls near Revelstoke.
Dom enjoying the view from Sutherland Falls!

The waterfall is stunning and sun or clouds this beauty will be worth stopping by. Especially since it’s only a few minute walk to the waterfall.

There are tons of beautiful waterfalls around Revelstoke but this is one of our favourites. Add it to the list if you haven’t already!

#8 Eve and Miller Lake in Mount Revelstoke National Park

Practical information about the Eve and Miller Lake hike

Distance: 16.1 km return / 10 miles return
Elevation: 549 m / 1800 ft. elevation gain
Type: In-and-out trail 
Length: 3.4-4.5 hours return (add time for pictures)
Difficulty: Challenging/hard (long distance)
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Click here to see a trail map for Sutherland Falls near Revelstoke.

Hiking to the beautiful Eve Lake and Miller Lake

Out of all the hikes on this list, this is probably the most challenging hike of them all. Maybe quite similar to McKenzie Outpost but this one is quite long.

The fact that it’s a long hike actually makes it very rewarding and the scenery along the way to the two different lakes is absolutely stunning.

Mount Revelstoke National Park is beautiful to explore and in the park alone there are quite a few beautiful hikes. But every chance we get to hike to an alpine lake we take it.

The fact you don’t hike to one but two alpine lakes on this hike we had to do it! If you’re looking for a full afternoon hike (50 minute drive to the trailhead) then Eve and Miller Lake is a hike worth looking into.

You’ll be able to stop at one of the restaurants in Revelstoke after the hike for a well-deserved meal. Maybe a beer too! 😉

What to bring on your hikes around Revelstoke

The fact that all 8 of these hikes near Revy are quite different hikes in terms of difficulty and also terrain and distance you’ll need different things for each hike. 

We use hiking poles on almost every hike we do and definitely recommend them for at least the longer hikes on this list.

I’d say it’s also good to check the weather beforehand to help you plan what to wear on the hikes. During the summer Revelstoke has pretty consistent weather but you never know up in the mountains.

Hopefully, this list can give you some inspiration on what to pack if you are missing anything.

General packing list for hiking in Revelstoke:

  • Water! We always fill up our LifeStraw bottles before hikes or day trips and even during them when we can. We try to bring at least 1.5-2 litres for most hikes so you have enough – especially during the summer months. 
  • Sunscreen!! There have been multiple occasions while we’ve been hiking in Canada during the summer and the UV index has been quite high!!
  • A power bank is good to bring – especially if you plan to take lots of pictures and videos or if you want to go on some of the side trails. There are definitely times when the power bank comes in handy!
  • Hiking poles also come in handy. On most of the hikes here in Canada (at least in the past few years), we’ve been happy to have our poles especially on the hikes with a ton of elevation.
  • Some snacks to enjoy at the viewpoints and stops along the way. Snacking is one of the best parts about hiking! 😉

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Leave no trace

When you go hiking (and do other outdoor adventure activities), always remember to follow the 7 principles of leaving no trace.

This means:

  1. Plan ahead and prepare.
  2. Travel and camp on durable surfaces.
  3. Dispose of waste properly.
  4. Leave what you find.
  5. Minimize campfire impacts.
  6. Respect wildlife.
  7. Be considerate of others.

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Enjoy the hikes in Revelstoke and its beautiful nature

Views From Revelstoke Mountain resort.

There you have it! 8 very different hikes and trails in and near Revelstoke that we absolutely love.

Some are easy and can be done in an hour or two. Then you have others like McKenzie Outpost which will take a full afternoon.

Either way, whichever hike (or hikes) you end up doing we’re sure you’ll get joy out of it.

If you love the outdoors and just want to experience a ton of outdoor activities and adventures then you’re definitely in the right place. You’ll notice how much Revy has to offer – and hiking in Revelstoke is just the beginning.

Enjoy your time up in the mountains or the trails in the city. You can also check out hotels in Revelstoke if you need a place to stay for a night or two!

Let us know in the comment section what you think about the list and if you have a favourite hike in the area. We’ll be sure to add more to the list as we conquer more summits in Revy.

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2 Comments

  1. Dylan on August 18, 2020 at 12:21 am

    Please stop in guys! You are making me so jealous…
    But seriously these hikes look great, Revelstoke has just climbed its way to the top of my bucket list! Cheers for the sick hiking post!

    • redwhiteadventures on August 23, 2020 at 6:26 pm

      Hey Dylan,

      We know you’ll eventually make your way up North so just did our part in choosing which city you’d end up in! But for your guys lifestyle Revy will be absolutely perfect!

      -Dom

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