Local Trails, Walkways & Paths
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Walking/cycling/hiking is a fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors and leave the hustle and bustle of city life behind. From self-guided walking tours to strenuous hiking trails, Maple Ridge has something for everyone... Walk Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows [PDF, 23MB]
Cycling
Professional racers and cycling enthusiasts have been coming to Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows for years, for some of the best cycling in the Lower Mainland. You'll love our network of quiet, well-paved roads, scenic dykes, and spectacular parks. Bicycle maps & information [PDF, 2.5MB]
CPR Public Walkway & Cycle Path
A walkway and cycle route runs between the CPR inter-modal facility and the Lougheed Highway in Pitt Meadows. The pathway is 2.5 km from McMyn Road to the Kennedy Road and Lougheed Highway intersection. A pond installed at the eastern end of the area, is rapidly becoming established as an attractive patch of wetland habitat.
Dykes - Functional and Fun
The extensive system, built to protect low-lying lands from flooding, also serves a recreational purpose. Ride horses, walk, and cycle amidst the beautiful natural scenery the dykes present. The lands around the dykes are also habitat to abundant wildlife and many species of birds, making the dyke system a favourite area for naturalists and bird-watchers.
Equestrian Trail Network
Maple Ridge offers a unique network of horse trails that are protected under the Official Community Plan. The trail network encompasses over 100 km of local riding and hiking trails, as well as 50-60 km in nearby Golden Ears Provincial Park. Equestrian trail maps and local equestrian information [PDF, 6MB}
Golden Ears Provincial Park
Hiking, walking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Spirea Trail is a pleasant wheelchair-accessible walk offering wide pathways, long boardwalks, and low grade slopes. Alouette Mountain 11 km trail which takes 9-10 hours return, and the 12 km trail to Golden Ears is a 7 hour one-way overnight trip. Intermediate skills and proper hiking equipment required.
Kanaka Creek Regional Park
12 km of beautiful walking trails along Kanaka Creek stretching from 232 Street at River Road past 272 Street. You will visit a fish hatchery and waterfalls along the way.
Port Haney Heritage River Walk
This short paved walking trail takes you through the heart of Port Haney, one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Maple Ridge. Pick up your copy of the walk brochure at the museum and identify places as you pass by 12 heritage sites and buildings. Start enjoying the built heritage of Port Haney! Parking at Maple Ridge Museum.
Tel: 604-463-5311
mrmuseum@uniserve.com
Trans Canada Trail
The longest trail in the world, stretching 16,400 km. The trail includes every province and territory, most major cities and some smaller towns and communities. We are proud to have 21.5 km running through Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows and encourage you to explore our section of this amazing trail. The Trans Canada Trail begins in Pitt Meadows at the corner of Lougheed Highway and the old Dewdney Trunk Road. The paths include some country scenery as well as city surroundings. Experience the best of both worlds!
www.tctrail.ca/
UBC Malcolm Knapp Research Forest
More than 5,000 ha. of working forest to walk through including 35 km of trails. These are colour-coded and range from 1.4 km (45 min.) to 6.5 km (3 hours) in length. Each trail loops back to the forest gates.
www.mkrf.forestry.ubc.ca/