Semiahmoo Trail
Tucked in behind houses and through the woods is an easy gem of a trail in South Surrey ― the last remaining bit of the historic Semiahmoo Trail. Originally a First Nations footpath and later upgraded to a wagon road, the 5km Semiahmoo Trail winds downhill to Elgin Park on the Nicomekl River.
Town Centre + Coquitlam River
Explore Town Centre Park and the Coquitlam River on this easy ride. Accessible by Skytrain, the park has many paved trails ― great for beginners. Linking east from the park is the Coquitlam River trail, a nice woodsy ride along the river and it’s part of The Great Trail. It’s a good ride for a hot summer evening or in the fall when the leaves crunch under tires. At the Blue Bridge, connect to the Poco Trail route for a longer ride.
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.
Coquitlam Parks
Take Evergreen Skytrain line to explore Coquitlam’s parks. From Burquitlam Station the route runs through neighbourhoods and parks. Visit the playground and sculpture garden in Blue Mountain Park, circle Como Lake, and ride through the urban forest in Mundy Park. Return via same route or take Coquitlam Crosstown downhill to Town Centre Park and hop on the Skytrain at Lafarge-Douglas station.
Westham Island
For those who love birds and ducks and geese (and who doesn’t?) how about a ride to the Reifel Bird Sanctuary on Westham Island? Start from Ladner for an 18km ride or start from Westham Island bridge for a shorter 10km ride with less traffic. There are seasonal farm stands and a winery along the way. Bring a bike lock and binoculars, take a walk on the trails, and see the birds at Reifel.
Millennium Trail
Start from Deas Island Park and bike Millennium Trail to the Marina and back, or continue west and explore the town of Ladner. Return via same route or along the slough near Commodore. Enjoy a walk in Deas Island Park on your return.
Ladner Loop-de-Doop!
Ladner is a cyclist’s dream ... flat ... scenic ... and fun! Visit the quaint town of Ladner, then explore many trails — Brunswick Point, Great Blue Heron Way, through Tsawwassen and Beach Grove then onto Boundary Bay Trail. Return via 64th street back — what a loop!
White Rock + South Surrey Loop
Explore historic trails of South Surrey and beaches of White Rock on this loop. Ride the Semiahmoo Trail along the Nicomekl River, visit Crescent Beach and Blackie Spit, then ride past the beaches of White Rock — a great ride!
David’s Loop
Explore the creeks of Coquitlam and Port Moody on this loop. Start from Town Centre Park in Coquitlam and ride the David Greenway through Bert Flinn Park, down April Road, along Alderside, and Port Moody’s Shoreline Trail. Stop for lunch at Newport Village, then wind through Scott Creek Trail and Hoy Creek Trail.
Sea Island Exploring
There’s lots to ‘see’ on Sea Island in Richmond. For those who like exploring and singletrack, arrive by Skytrain and follow the Fraser River trails to the Coast Guard station. Visit Flight Path Park and watch the hustle and bustle of the airport then loop through Burkeville’s quiet streets. If you’re feeling like more, add on a 5km loop around YVR terminal.
Blue Heron Loop
Framed by the mountains in the north and circling blueberry fields, this is one of my favourite places to ride and walk. There’s some fun singletrack and rocky sections on this one so take your mountain bike.
Three Bridges ~ Port Mann, Golden Ears, Pitt River
Enjoy three bridges, three parks, and three greenways on this loop around the Fraser River. Ride over the Port Mann Bridge, through Surrey, over the Golden Ears Bridge, along the Pitt River Greenway, and the Poco Trail.