Queensborough
Tucked away under New Westminster’s bridges is a quiet island getaway. In summer, the Q2Q Ferry runs from Westminster Quay to Port Royal. With very little traffic, a pathway around the eastern tip and a long dyke trail, there’s lots to explore in Queensborough.
529 Garage: Register Your Bike!
529 Garage is making it easier for police to help recover stolen bikes. A common challenge police face is that the public often doesn’t record the serial number of their bike,...
Fort to Fort Trail
Sometimes there’s the perfect ride — this is one of my favourites — the river and valley views are spectacular. The route follows the The Great Trail through farm fields along the Fraser River to Fort Langley. For a shorter ride start at Derby Reach Park, explore the quaint town of Fort Langley and enjoy lunch or an ice-cream! Add on a visit to Brae Island Park or visit the 1827 Historic Fort.
Glen Valley Glide
In the fall, the valley calls. Pick up a picnic lunch in Fort Langley and head east along River Road. The route starts with a small climb then meanders on quiet country roads east of Historic Fort Langley. You’ll see river views, turf farms, a winery, and maybe a cranberry harvest!
Nicomekl
I love the name of this one...Nicomekl...from the Stó:lō people, it means the route to go or the pathway. The Nicomekl River starts from a spring east of Langley and meanders west to Mud Bay near Crescent Beach. Explore this section of this long river on Langley’s Flood Plain Trail and loop the nature trails.
Burnaby Lakes + Creeks
Visit Burnaby’s two largest lakes on this route. Start at Stoney Creek, explore Burnaby Lake and Deer Lake then return via the CVG - Central Valley Greenway along the Brunette River.
Discovery Park Loop and Ballard Locks
West Point Lighthouse ~ Discovery Park It’s name says it all … Discovery and that’s what we did on this short loop ride around the park. We arrived from the...
Elliott Bay Trail
Every now and then it’s fun to explore somewhere else. We headed south to Seattle this summer and found some fun rides. 1. Elliott Bay Trail – Right from our...
Crosstown + Queens Park
Summertime is a great time to head out on the Crosstown Greenway to Queens Park in New Westminster. From 22nd Street Station to Braid Station ride by heritage houses, visit Queens Park, ride the easy Millennium Trail, then explore Sapperton and Hume Park.
West Dyke + Middle Arm
Ride the Middle Arm dyke trail along the Fraser River with views of the airport, UBC rowing club, and Richmond Oval. From Terra Nova Park continue on West Dyke Trail looking for spotted cows, herons, ducks, and turtles. At Garry Point loop around the park trails then visit Steveston for fish and chips or an ice-cream at Fisherman’s Wharf.
Iona Jetty
Just north of the Vancouver Airport is an easy ride with a combo of dyke, road, and would you believe it — a 4km jetty into the ocean! You might see jets landing and taking off, and eagles, herons, and cormorants fishing. There are beaches, parks with picnic tables and it’s all flat!
Deep Cove
There’s lots to see and do in Deep Cove on this cycling and walking route. See the ruins of the old mill in Cates Park, ride through Dollarton, choose the flat Spirit Trail, or climb the hills and trails of Cove Cliff. Add on a stretch along Panorama for views of the cove and Indian Arm. Explore the quaint Deep Cove village — visit the wharf, stores and galleries, and stop at Honey’s for a famous RolyPoly donut!
Lynn Creek
There are two short but fun routes on Lynn Creek on the North Shore. Upper Lynn Creek has a more advanced trail and you can connect to Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve. For a short and sweet ride explore Lower Lynn Creek. There’s a bike skills park in Inter River Park. Add on a short walk down Harbourview Trail and climb the viewing tower for a peek at the working harbour.