Best Walking Trails & Routes in Chilliwack

Start your walk at Hopedale and walk along the Vedder river towards the railway bridge. Then towards the heron colony looking across the meadow to see the Cheam range. You might encounter bears and cougar and signs are posted in the area to warn you. It’s an awesome walk

Exit at Annis Road going east on the trans Canada hi way and follow the signs to Community Forest Trail. The trail has different levels depending on fitness and is also used for off road cycling

Head east on hi-way 1 and exit at Prest Road following the signs to Mt Thom. You can start half a kilometre down or head further up and start at another set of stairs. The trail is a series of switch backs with views of the valley from Abbotsford and Mission and at the top the other side Cultus Lake. Be prepared for ups and downs for about 2 hours round trip.

The park is not easily seen from the road. Take the #3 and follow the road towards Sumas Mountain. The trail runs along the Sumas Canal at the base to Sumas Mountain. There was evidence of black bears but none were present. Lots of birds and berries