Coquitlam Crunch

I'm an old guy and not very fit...yet. I love the Crunch because it is wide enough that I can take my slow pace and know that there is plenty of room to have others pass me without a problem. At first I thought it would be ugly having to walk under the power lines, but they have done a fabulous job in creating a nice trail and there are some great sport fields, a community garden and pickle ball courts on the level areas. A dog park too!nThe stair section has signs every 25 steps with a few motivational quotes. On our last visit the skies were clear giving us gorgeous views of Mt Baker.nThere are many entry points to the trail along the way. At the bottom there are well maintained restrooms.

Lovely wide park pathway with a bit of a challenge whether going up or down. Has a water bottle station and public bathrooms along Lansdowne Drive, with plenty of parking scattered around. A bit of a workout if inexperienced with decent slope grades, yet beginner friendly, just take your time and enjoy the views.nnI came downhill, and the stairs at the end were a killer after hiking towards Eagle Mountain for a couple hours. But I lived. Take it easy, believe in yourself, and you can easily conquer the Crunch in a day whether going uphill, downhill, or both.

Tackled the Coquitlam Crunch with my cousin and aunties—and wow, those stairs don’t play around! Over 400 steps straight up felt like a mini Grouse Grind, but we powered through together, one step at a time. Legs were burning, but the views and the company made it all worth it. Reaching the top felt so fulfilling—like we conquered something big as a team. So proud of us for pushing through the sweat, laughs, and occasional “Are we there yet?” moments. Grateful for this day, the climb, and the strong women beside me.

It is a fantastic place to burn your calories. You have two ways to use. Either way to go up and come down. Total of 2.25 km from the beginning.nAmple parking spaces in two locations. The availability of toilets with running water is also a notable feature. Found separate bins for dog waste and garbage but no place for recycles.

This is a popular hiking trail in Coquitlam. It's known for being a challenging hike with great views of the city. The trail is 2.2 kilometers long and gains 242 meters in elevation. There are also two sets of stairs with a total of 894 steps, making it a great workout for hikers and fitness enthusiasts.nnHere's a summary of what you can expect on the Coquitlam Crunch:nn* Challenging hike with great viewsnn* 2.2 kilometers long with an elevation gain of 242 metersnn* 894 stairs in totalnnOverall, the Coquitlam Crunch is a great option for those looking for a challenging hike with beautiful views. Just be sure to wear good shoes and be prepared for the elevation gain.