There will be several road closures in the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest until April 2026, to support ongoing forest operations. Roads will be closed to both vehicle and foot traffic. To read more about which roads are closed and to see a map, click here.

News & Events

UBC Research Forests receive the Canadian Forest Management Group Achievement Award

The Faculty of Forestry & Environmental Stewardship is proud to announce its received two prestigious awards from the Canadian Institute of Forestry/ Institut forestier du Canada (CIF-IFC).  Each year, CIF-IFC recognizes individuals and groups who have made “unique and outstanding achievements in the field of forestry” and this year the Faculty is well-represented. UBC Research Forests has received […]

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Malcolm Knapp Research Forest Renewal Project

Reimagining UBC Forestry & Environmental Stewardship’s Malcolm Knapp Research Forest: A hub for nature-based research and education. New and expanded facilities are needed in place of aging infrastructure and in response to growing demand for its exceptional educational, research and public outreach opportunities. The renewal goal is to create a hub for engagement and knowledge […]

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Sauna Sessions at the Hot Spot!

Experience the Transformative Power of Sauna at Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre. Join us this June for the ultimate wellness experience at Loon Lake’s public sauna sessions—where nature, relaxation, and revitalization come together in a peaceful lakeside setting.

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Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre

A Nature based destination for corporate retreats, wellness weekends and youth school groups.

Wild & Immersive

Outdoor learning programs rooted in nature for youth and adults.

Trail Maps

View our trail maps. Copies can also be picked up at the research forest office during office hours.