The elusive Mandarin duck at Burnaby Lake. For over a year now I've been trying to capture a photo of him. He's been on the news as they aren't from this area, they don't know how he got here. Sunday I finally got my pictures of him & his mate. It made my day 🌞 have a great weekend everyone 🌞

My favorite place for running or walking. There is a lot of birds and squirrels and frogs in the lake. Every season is beautiful and I am always taking a lot of pictures of nature and lake and animals. Always happy to go back.

Great place to spend 2 hours with someone special. Pretty flat surface with some amazing lookout points. We saw lots of slugs on the trails so be careful not to step on them. It’s easy to stay in loop by ignoring any cut out points.

Flat gravel trail 10.3km lake loop. Great for easy walks & jogs (no biking). Various viewpoints & numerous parking spots along the trail loop. The Southside trail can be a bit noisy coming from the #1 highway. Lots of Donald Duck's relatives here for a reason.

If you like birds, visit this place.. Very good for children and bring rice to feed birds

This spot is my go to place to relax and feed some ducks. In the heart of Burnaby is Burnaby Lake. It’s decent size with packed gravel trails threaded through the park. Its well maintained and clean. There is easy access right at entrance for wheelchair and ample parking a bit further. Plenty of ducks to feed and always hungry. The birds will eat off your hand if you let it. This part of the park gets really busy on weekends and most evenings.

Great place to walk around or run, the running trial here is so very long and it’s just really satisfying after finish a lap. Also cute ducks 🦆

The trail is fantastic. It reminded me of my younger self back home, hiking in the jungle. The amazing birds singing melodies only nature can provide.

It's an okay park. Nice 10km loop around the lake for walking, and some nice views. However, it feels like the city encroaches too far into the park. Barely feels natural at all. No biking in the park, so keep that in mind.

okay so pretty ideal place for a run. 10k loop, south end pretty quiet, north end full of ducks and some screaming kids. nice lookouts. trails are good width and mix of trees n lake. well maintained. horses?? yeah idk about those. birds. ducks. needs frogs. good time

Great place to walk and take in the wildlife so close to the city! Flat trails, easy access for everyone.

Amazing trails along the lake. Shaded paths with little bridges for the many creeks flowing into the lake. Saw a bald eagle perched on a tree. Came across a black bear in the evening so watch out!

Excellent park with tons of beautiful variety of birds 🦢 🦆 and a lake surrounded by nature trails which are well maintained. Wherever you are looking for a nice place for a walk, jog or run. Perhaps a fun activity outdoors with the kids. Burnaby Lake doesn’t disappoint.

It's a very nice regional park. There are different trails that you could walk. It might get busy on weekends and parking is limited. It's a great place for the little one to feed birds. Nice place for bird watching too

What a nice treat on a Sunday ! I have never been to Burnaby Lake before. Thank goodness there are on site maps for the trails and observation sites. We did one of the elevated sites with handcap rairs and ramps to look out over the water. What a view. We only did half the trail I was just too hot to complete the journey. We stayed on the shady side. Lots of dogs on leash. And very few bikes going by. I promise I will come back more prepared.

Need more Wash Rms!

I enjoy going to this park in the evenings. It’s a well maintained 10 km trail with several smaller loops all around it. A portion of the trail is shared by cyclists and equestrians. I’ve observed several little birds, ducks, an egret on some occasions, and turtles near caribou dam, and finally on two separate occasions during the hotter summer days I’ve come across snakes- luckily it caught my eye from a safe enough distance. Overall it’s a great place I like going for a run also because it’s in my neighborhood.

Lots of birds and ducks. Best on sunny days but still nice overall.

Beautiful place for a walk! A few kilometers all the way around, so i recommend going around some of the smaller loops. Also check out Piper Spit, it has a huge variety of birds including a Mandarin duck, Wood ducks, Mallards, Green-winged Teals, Dowitchers, and Red-winged Blackbirds.

Nice hidden playground renovated recently. There is a water spray and lawn for picnics. Good spot.

Beautiful park in the city! The trail around the lake is flat but long… almost 10k to do the whole thing. Lots of points of interest… bird feeding/watching, equestrian, model plane flying, boat club, soccer, and so on. Plenty of parking space available.

Nice little playground in a nice quiet neighbourhood.

The trails are all cozy and easy to take a walk. There are also a lot of benches along the trails and around the lake, which you can always sit on and take a feast while you’re tired.

The perimeter trail at Burnaby Lake Regional Park was amazing. It is a good length and took us three hours walking at a moderate pace with stops at vantage points. We entered from Avalon Ave off Cariboo Rd. Parking space is ample. There is an info board at the east side and a portable toilet on the west. We took Freeway to Southside. We planned to turn around at the Glencairn entrance but decided to go on. Reaching Thomas St, we continued around the playground. We were both desperate for a bathroom by then and thankfully there were great clean spacious bathrooms at the Bill Copeland Sports Centre. The rear doors were locked so we walked around to the front. Back on the trail, we went over a bridge and were then on Cottonwood Trail that runs parallel to the train tracks. We found the viewing tower which showed us a dock where you can see a huge amount and variety of ducks. I think one could spend a lot of time alone just in that area, and there is a connecting parking lot (Piper Spit and Nature House), but it is much smaller than the one at Avalon. Continuing on the trail brought us to Cariboo Dam and back to the parking lot. 10.3 kilometres! Of course there are also shorter sections and paths that loop back. There are very few stores that are accessible from the trails, so best to bring along drinks and snacks if you need. Daniel

I love Burnaby Lake. So many birds and squirrels. Lovely paths. Lots of room to socially distance.

Excellent park with nice walking trails and a lovely area for bird watching. Great park to take children to see the birds. It is also a salmon spawning area, so good place to see that at the right time of year as well.

(Translated by Google) Burnaby Lake is a place to watch birds (the appearance looks black, but the inner color of the wings when they fly is bright red) and ducks and geese. Some animals are seen for the first time. It is also a good place for photographers to take pictures. The parking space is relatively tight. Although there are three parking lots when entering the park from the intersection of Piper St., there are not many parking spaces. It depends on personal luck. (Original) Burnaby Lake是个看鸟(外观看上去是黑色的，但飞起来翅膀的内侧颜色是鲜红色的)和鸭及鹅的地方，有些动物还是第一次看到，也是摄影爱好者拍照的好去处，则是停车位比较紧张，虽然从Piper St.路口进入公园有三个停车场，但车位不是很多，要看个人运气了。

Love this park although when there are many people you find you are always moving to the side to let them by. So a bit annoying and why can't they move sometimes??? People can be so self centered at times...I swear.

My family and I went here 2 weeks ago and had a good time taking our afternoon stroll even the temperature was only 8 degrees Celsius 😀.

Lovely location. Well maintained trails for walking with or without a canine friend(on leash). Experience the beautiful lake and feed (bird friendly feed) the many different species of birds before you leave the park. The restrooms are clean, and there is a small picnic area to enjoy. This is a family favourite we try to visit every week.

Nice park for bird watching and nice trails around the lake for peaceful hikes

Got to visit on a beautiful day during my work trip. The scenery and culture were wonderful.

Nice place to visit. Relaxing and bird watching. Unfortunately today catch 2 girls flying drone above peoples and birds. Recommending to placing sign to the entry. No drone

Location: Burnaby Lake Regional Park is situated in the heart of Metro Vancouver, making it easily accessible to both residents and visitors. Scenic Beauty: The park is known for its picturesque landscapes, featuring a serene lake surrounded by lush forests and wetlands. It offers a peaceful escape from the urban environment. Wildlife: The park is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Birdwatchers can spot over 200 species of birds, including great blue herons, bald eagles, and waterfowl. It's also home to beavers, otters, and various fish species. Recreational Activities: Visitors can enjoy a wide range of activities, such as hiking, jogging, cycling, and horseback riding on the extensive network of trails. There are also designated areas for picnicking and fishing. Boating: Non-motorized boating is allowed on Burnaby Lake, making it a popular spot for kayaking and canoeing. Environmental Education: The park has an environmental interpretation center that offers educational programs and displays to help visitors learn about the local ecosystem and conservation efforts. Seasons: The park's beauty changes with the seasons, offering something unique throughout the year, from vibrant foliage in the fall to frozen landscapes in the winter. Accessibility: Burnaby Lake Regional Park is accessible by public transit, and it's close to major highways, making it convenient to reach. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventure or a peaceful retreat in nature, Burnaby Lake Regional Park has something to offer for everyone.

Favorite weekend, after dinner jogging paradise. If time is right, you can be caught that have to take some photos.

Beautiful place

In case you want to feed wild bird food (birds are seasonal, eg Herron, ducks, etc) available at Costco, best place to visit this. Even otherwise, one of the rare scenic beauties in the city.

Nature house was closed until further notice in October 2021 still Watching the birds, different types of ducks and geese playing and grooming in water was a lot of fun. Making Birds come and sit on hand to eat was another excitement. We saw First time in life the Super Mario red mushrooms in real at this park.

It's a great sport complex with great quality Turf fields. But it needs multiple covered area for spectators and parents to protect them from rain and sun.

One of the best place in Metro Vancouver to have a calm and pleasant experience with nature. The trail is beautiful.

Well kept paths but besides that it's a boring, unscenic walking path considering it's along a lake. Cuts through industrial areas, train tracks, parking lots, etc. Noise backdrop of birds along with the low industrial hum of traffic and trains. Garbage cans and benches for resting are few and far between.

It's a beautiful park with lots of parking. Just off the highway it's easily accessible. The parks are well kept with fencing and lights at night time. There is an open concession when there is events and most games. It's gated and really clean. There are wheel chair ramps. I love when my kids sports are here.

I came the other day on a gravel bicycle ride. I have always wanted to ride the south rim of the park by bicycle and I finally got the chance. Burnaby Lake is a beautiful park with lots of trails perfect for walking, horseback riding and cycling. A wonderful slice of nature in the heart of burnaby. The noise from the highway is not too bad and the trails are well maintained. 100% would ride again. On my favourite list.

Lovely park with a variety of trails. There is a nice pier within easy walking distance to the parking area. Washrooms; running water; and picnic tables available. Lots of ducks, birds and geese to be seen at the pier. This park is VERY busy during the summer on weekends and evenings.

Such a nice park for all ages to have a walk short or long and watching birds. It only takes a few minutes walk to the pier. You will see lot of birds there with such a nice view! If you go there in winter, you will see more birds.

Beautiful place and has a bird sanctuary. You can feed birds and really have fun 😊 Kids have lots of fun for sure.

Burnaby Lake Regional Park is a good place for hiking trail. You can watch birds at Piper spit. It is a wonderful place to watch lots of birds closely. You can go to nearby tower to see the whole view of the lake. However, there is no enough parking. In addition, the parking lot is unpaved. You know it is terrible in rainy day. When you walked along the lake, you cannot see any lake views as there are too many tree and plants at lake side. To improve the facilities of the park is desirable.

So full of wildlife in the heart of the city - great for birding and potentially fishing. You’ll also sometimes see turtles and fish. The loop is 2-3 hours long, but not all of it is bike friendly. Dogs need to be on leashes. The loop has a lot of shade for most of it which is great for sunny days.

Such a great place to visit to see many different ducks, birds and different wildlife. Nice trails to walk, so many cool sites to see

I parked at the Lake Glencarin Trail Entrance, near the wildlife rehab center, and walked onto the boardwalk / trail on a Saturday, mid-morning. I was there for about 20 minutes. In that time, dozens of runners passed me, alone or in groups, talking to each other or talking on the phone. Some had to engage in standoffs on the trail with seemingly inconvenienced Canada Geese. Consistent and not-insignificant car noise from the highway a few hundred feet away from the lake's edge (I imagine this isn't the case on the north side entrances?). Wasn't ideal for birding / birding by ear but seemed like a lovely place for a run or a social stroll, despite the geese.

Nice place for a walk or run with relatively flat land. A lot of different types of birds and bird sounds. A lot of geese too, so be careful. I only walked on the north side.

Brand new rebuild. Little older age group now. Maybe not for the little tots anymore but tons of fun.

nice place for a walk.

If you're a bird fan, this park is a must-visit.

(Translated by Google) The best trail... (Original) 최고의 산책로..

(Translated by Google) Naturally, people seldom take it easy (Original) 自然，人很少悠闲自得

Lake Park

Excellent place for taking bird pictures especially the Mandarin Duck!

Beautiful weather and beautiful birds

Yeah pretty good, lots of ducks. Unfortunately they have taken down a lot of greenery to build.. something. Classic lack of respect for parks. Ample amount of birds to be found.

Wide open space next to a lake, this is a great area for an urban hike. There are sports complexes in the area. Ample parking spaces make this a great choice for weekend outings.

Trails, trees and a portapotty. What more could you ask for?

Needs some updating but lots of fun

Looks huge but selection is not that interesting, same for the prices. Good deals on flyer though.

Not a bad little playground with a simple but effective water feature. Usually quiet.

Great for littles, but enough to have older kids happy too. Generally pretty quiet

Recently redone.its very small but well laid out and new park is fun. Has a painted roadway that lids can ride around and learn road rules.

Fun little park for a toddler to ride their bike. Plus a nice little structure and swing set.

Great little playground - one baby swing, one big kid swing. Roller slide and a bigger kid steep slide. Also has a push button water sprayer for hot days. Has a small paved path around the playground equipment for a little one to practice on a trike, bike or scooter.

the section closer to Cariboo dam is a wonderful spot. nice walk and then looking for Salmon/Chum at the dam was very good.

I love walking the trails It can get busy on the weekends.

Finally walked around the whole lake, and it was well worth it.

Its the ultimate woods inside a city. Must go.

Great place for a walk all year roung

Amazing place to visit with family. I enjoyed visiting the park during the off-peak hours during this pandemic.

Recommend

Highway noise but a good walk...if you wanna go around the lake be prepared..It takes a good hour plus!

The lake is big and nice enough to amaze you. Lucky, I got to take pictures of the ducks was swimming in this early Jan, I felt bad for them, was they feeling cold at all? 🤗😅

Lots of birds to feed. Bring shelled sunflower seeds, not bread!

The best park in Burnaby

Kids love this place

Beautiful area for a walk, totally set up for responsible socially distant outdoor fun. The boardwalk is great and a nice place to walk out to if you just have a few minutes to admire some ducks. The birdwatching tower is a nice place to get a bird eye view on the area. A walk around the whole lake takes quite a bit, but if you've got time, you'll see alot.

Wonderful. Just wonderful.

Be patient and you will see the beautiful mandarin duck

Beautiful park.

Great place for family

just a lovely place to walk stroll or whatever so back to nature and serine love it.my getaway place.

(Translated by Google) There are Chinese mandarin ducks and North American forest mandarin ducks... (Original) 这里有中国鸳鸯和北美林鸳鸯……

The much needed trail supply for neighbourhood running, walking, and bird watching. Flat, hence, suitable for all people.

(Translated by Google) The bird watching area attracts many birdwatchers and photographers, and there are many types of birds, especially the super beautiful oriental mandarin ducks. (Original) 觀鳥區吸引不少觀鳥客，攝影客，鳥類種類多，尤其經常能看到超美的東方鴛鴦。