British Columbia

Tucked into British Columbia's East Kootenay region, the 8 Rivers Overnighter connects multiple spectacular river valleys via some sneaky little byways and wide-open gravel roads. The route passes through the beautiful destruction and ensuing regrowth of recent wildfires as it winds through this small pocket of the Ktunaxa and Secwepemc peoples' traditional territory...

The Sea to Sky Trail is a 100-kilometer multi-use trail between Squamish and Pemberton, British Columbia, connecting the Pacific Ocean to the towering Coast Mountains further north. This beautiful route spoils riders with turquoise lakes, flowy singletrack, and lots of unique points of interest along the way...

The Tree to Sea Loop is an incredible 1,000-kilometre gravel loop around the lesser-known areas on the north end of Vancouver Island, British Columbia. The route links massive valleys, oceanside villages, towering coastal mountains, and deep fjords via an impressive patchwork of forest service roads. Aside from some of the best gravel riding on the coast, there are opportunities for spelunking, whale watching, waterside camping, and much more...

A forty minute ferry ride from Vancouver, British Columbia, is all it takes to escape urban chaos. Starting in Earls Cove, the Lower Sunshine Coast Bikepacking route leaves the pavement behind, and enters a lush green tunnel and a seemingly endless network of loamy mountain bike trails. This popular singletrack-heavy route showcases some of the best trails on the coast, popularized by the BC Bike Race and maintained by a dedicated group of trail builders.

The Texada Ridge Runner is a 144-kilometre gravel route that traverses BC's Texada Island from north to south and back again, following a mix of quiet gravel roads and pavement. The route is designed to hit some of the must-see spots on the island, including Anderson Bay, Bob's Lake, Shingle Beach, and the communities of Gillies Bay and Van Anda, all accessed via some of the best gravel roads and biggest climbs around...

Snowden or Dust is a mixed-surface, singletrack-heavy overnight bikepacking route based out of the coastal city of Campbell River, British Columbia. This action-packed 74-kilometer loop includes an impressive amount of flowy singletrack, scenic gravel roads, and lakeside camping spots that add up to a spectacular weekend getaway...

The BC Grasslands Circuit is a three-day bikepacking route that explores the unique and sensitive grasslands ecosystems south of Kamloops, British Columbia. It passes by sprawling historic ranches, sparkling blue lakes, and some of the best birdwatching areas in the province...

The 10 Lakes Overnighter, as the name suggests, links together no less than 10 different freshwater lakes in close proximity to Powell River, British Columbia. This 103km loop is a perfect introduction to the extensive gravel road network that exists on the Sunshine Coast—which can all be attributed to the once-booming commercial logging industry that emerged in the 1880s...

Lac du Bois Grasslands Protected Area, Tranquille Plateau, and the Deadman River provide the perfect backdrop for a captivating series of stories and folklore that is perhaps best experienced by bike. From Sasquatch sightings in Red Lake, to gold panning in the Tranquille River, as well as the First Nations heritage—the Lac Du Bois Tranquility is a 200km gravel time machine that passes through some of the most unique landscapes in Thompson-Nicola District, British Columbia...

The Saw̓pa (Cloudburst Mountain) Divide is an overnight bikerafting route that travels through the traditional territory of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) along two beautiful and verdant river valleys that abound with history. The riding is a mix of gravel roads, trails, and two very short paved sections, with a stunning Class II float back to the starting point.

Linking together some the best Okanagan gravel and singletrack, Chute Lake Charcuterie is an overnighter bikepacking route that knocks off several local must-see locations. This challenging 100km loop starts in the heart of Kelowna, British Columbia, and makes the climb up to the Kettle Valley Rail Trail—eventually Chute Lake—before a whirlwind descent back into town the next day…

The Powell River Sampler is a 90km one-way route that follows a mix of loamy, ribboned singletrack and gravel roads. It rewards you with cabins, ocean views, vibrant rainforests, waterfalls, rivers, and lakes, all while boasting over 50km of premium singletrack. This scenic route makes for a great continuation of the Lower Sunshine Coast Route, and also serves as an off-road connection to the Comox ferry and Vancouver Island.

The Englishman River Overnighter is a 32-mile out and back from Parksville, British Columbia, to Englishman River Falls Provincial Park. Situated on unceded K’ómoks First Nation lands, the route takes you from the Strait of Georgia towards the Beaufort Range—following a mix of multi-use pathways and rooty singletrack through lush rainforests and vibrant estuaries for an incredibly rewarding adventure.

The Cowichan Valley 8 is a 190km figure-eight bikepacking route that starts and ends at the parliament buildings in downtown Victoria, British Columbia. This gem follows several regional trails, including the Galloping Goose Trail, Sooke Wilderness Trail, and The Great Trail. A mix of gravel, doubletrack, and paved paths create a scenic and rewarding route that can be easily ridden in a weekend or under...

The BC Trail is a 1,200 kilometer traverse of southern British Columbia, starting in the Fraser Valley and ending in Fernie, on the Alberta border. Following decommissioned rail trails, gravel side roads, forest service roads, and singletrack, the BC Trail boasts some of the most spectacular views the province has to offer.

If variety is the spice of life, this is a five-star bikepacking route. From nirvanic double-track, to rowdy DH descents, with some rooty tech, some open alpine free-riding, a tough bushwhack, and a bit of gravel grinding thrown in, it has it all.

The South Chilcotin Mountains are Canada's bikepacking hotspot. There is a good reason for this: nowhere else in the country offers such long singletrack trails of comparable quality in such a spectacular setting. The Best of the South Chilcotin Mountains Route is a 120km loop that strategically follows some of the most rewarding trails in the park, and can be ridden in a long weekend...

The Coast Mountains bikepacking route traverses British Columbia's biggest, highest, and wildest mountain range. They rise steeply out of the Pacific as broken fjordlands on their western edge, lifting up to the globe's largest sub-polar icefields at their spine.