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Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

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Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area

100 Centennial Way, Burnaby, British Columbia

Viewpoints and forest trails overlooking Burrard Inlet.

Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area
Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area. Source photograph, date not supplied. Photo: City of Burnaby (photographer not named), Source website.
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Wind
Leave immediately in high winds
Useful for
A clear-weather viewpoint visit
Before visiting
Steep trails and wind change the plan. Kamui Mintara sculptures are fenced for assessment.

Sources: City of Burnaby: Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area

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Useful questions

What address should I use?

100 Centennial Way, Burnaby.

Source: City of Burnaby: Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area

When is the area open?

Dawn to dusk year-round.

Source: City of Burnaby: Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area

Are the forest trails all gentle?

No. The city describes steep slopes.

Source: City of Burnaby: Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area

Is the Burnaby Mountain viewpoint area wheelchair accessible?

Yes. Amenities near the Mintara parking lot are listed as wheelchair accessible.

Source: City of Burnaby: Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area

Are all Burnaby Mountain forest trails wheelchair accessible?

No. That access statement does not cover the forest network.

Source: City of Burnaby: Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area

Can I approach the fenced sculptures?

Respect the fence around Kamui Mintara during assessment.

Source: City of Burnaby: Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area

Should I leave Burnaby Mountain in high winds?

Leave the conservation area immediately.

Source: City of Burnaby: Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area

Can bears or cougars visit Burnaby Mountain?

No. The city says they are occasional visitors.

Source: City of Burnaby: Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area

Can I smoke in Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area?

No. Smoking is banned in City of Burnaby parks and multi-use paths.

Source: City of Burnaby: Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area

What time does the main parking lot close?

The city lists 10 pm, but the park itself is dawn to dusk.

Source: City of Burnaby: Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area