Maple Ridge
In the shadows of the majestic Golden Ears and alongside the mighty Fraser River, Maple Ridge plays host to a variety of recreational opportunities. The nature lover can ride or stroll the network of equestrian trails or take a brisk walk on part of the dyke system. Nearby Golden Ears park can provide camping, hiking, biking, fishing and more. Learn more about the forest in the University of BC Research Forest (Malcom Knapp), or visit the fish hatchery and cliff falls at Kanaka Creek Regional Park.
The history buff can wander through time on Maple Ridge's Heritage River Walk. The community's history is well documented at the Maple Ridge Museum and Haney House. The "Beast" is another attraction not to miss. This clock tower is capped by a mechanical horse which dances hourly to remind visitors and residents to act with environmental responsibility.
A place close to nature but near to a large metropolitan area, Maple Ridge can offer the best of two worlds.
Population: 52,862.
Elevation: 15 m. (49 ft.).
Access: Maple Ridge is 42 km (26 mi.) east of Vancouver on Highway 7. The area can also be accessed by local and national bus lines.
Recreation Facilities & Activities: golf courses, Golden Ears Provincial Park, Kanaka Creek Regional Park, camping, horseback riding, biking, hiking, boating, fishing, sightseeing.
Local Attractions: Bell Irving Fish Hatchery, Historic Haney House, Malcom Knapp Research Forest, Maple Ridge Historical Museum, Mechanical Clock Beast, Port Haney Wharf, Reibolt Bird Sanctuary, Ruskin Dam, St. Andrews Historic Church,St. John the Divivine Historic Church.
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