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Discover
Maple Ridge
— Where Your Adventure Begins —
2021/2022 Visitor Guide
B oat i n g , F i s h i n g , H i k i n g , Cyc l i n g , Ca m p i n g , S h o p p i n g , D i n i n g a n d M O R E
Visitor Information
Maple Ridge Tourism
Maple Ridge is a great destination for an active lifestyle. Nestled between the
Fraser River and the iconic Golden Ears Mountain to the north, you will find
ample opportunities to walk, hike, bike, or travel by horseback, canoe or kayak.
After a long day of fun, our community is also the place to unwind and enjoy the
best of what nature has to offer with a sophisticated urban setting nearby.
Maple Ridge is just minutes away from Golden Ears Provincial Park, Alouette Lake,
Kanaka Creek Regional Park, the UBC Research Forest, and has over 200 kilometers
of multi-use trails. This active community offers a robust sports and equestrian
Loon Lake Lodge and Retreat Centre culture and a well-established Agri-tourism industry. It also hosts various festivals
such as Country Fest, the Caribbean Festival, Celebrate the Night and Glow Maple
Ridge.
A nature-based, destination experience awaits you less than an hour from
Vancouver, British Columbia. Discover Maple Ridge’s Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat
Centre, situated in the UBC Research Forest.
Visitor Information:
City of Maple Ridge | Economic Development
Loon Lake Lodge accommodates up to 174 individuals with corporate-ready,
11995 Haney Place
Whistler-style facilities. It also features well-maintained dormitories, ideal for
Maple Ridge, British Columbia
students, large families, or those working within a budget. This stunning lodge
Open Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm
offers a modern gymnasium, a variety of nature trails, personal watercraft, a ropes
Email: tourism@mapleridge.ca
course, a climbing wall, rock climbing and rappelling options.
Phone: 604-463-5221
For more details visit: https://loonlake.ubc.ca https://mapleridge.ca/tourism
#discovermapleridge
Satellite Maple Ridge Visitor Centres:
Golden Ears Cheesecrafters - https://cheesecrafters.ca
Golden Meadows Honey Farm - https://westcoastbeesupply.ca
Humble Roots - https://humbleroots.ca
Maple Ridge Library - https://fvrl.bc.ca
Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Chamber of Commerce -
https://ridgemeadowschamber.com
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Welcome to Maple Ridge
Maple Ridge is nestled in one of the most beautiful It is this combination of place, history and people that
natural settings in British Columbia. Our city is inspires and defines our community.
home to spectacular outdoor areas such as the UBC
With the travel ban lifting, we are pleased to once
Research Forest, Cliff Falls, Loon Lake and Golden
again open our doors and invite visitors to enjoy our
Ears Provincial Park.
remarkable oasis of natural surroundings and many
Maple Ridge’s geography is just part of the picture. one-of-a-kind opportunities to eat, drink and shop.
Our founders, from the Katzie and Kwantlen First We also have a variety of new experiences for you
Nations to the early settlers, whose names are to discover, including pop-up patios and dog-friendly
celebrated on street signs and parks, are also a dining and shopping.
defining part of this community.
On behalf of Council, welcome to our beautiful city.
For the outdoor enthusiast, Maple Ridge offers an We hope your visit to our community will leave you
endless array of areas for hiking, cycling, mountain spellbound, from the breathtaking views of the Fraser
biking, kayaking, wildlife viewing and more. After River to the sweeping sights of the Golden Ears
an exhilarating day of adventure, complete your Mountains and the charm of our shops, eateries and
experience by exploring the Maple Ridge Ale Trail for a people.
taste of local craft beer.
Maple Ridge is rich in arts and culture, hosting many
The Best Western Maple Ridge Hotel provides clean and comfortable accommodations festivals and community events year-round. Be sure to
for overnight visits to Maple Ridge. Popular amenities include a pool and hot tub, fitness visit the town centre when it is brilliantly illuminated
facilities, a complimentary breakfast, ample parking and pet-friendly room options. for GLOW Maple Ridge and Celebrate the Night, or
spend time exploring our many unique shops and
Mike Morden, Mayor
Located at 21650 Lougheed Highway boutiques. We have incredible entrepreneurs who
City of Maple Ridge
Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2S1 have created a vibrant local economy.
Call: 1-604-467-1511 · Toll Free: 1(800) 780-7234.
https://bestwestern.com
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Getting to Maple Ridge Indigenous Culture
Maple Ridge recognizes the traditional territories
By Bus By Air of the Katzie and Kwantlen First Nations and
respectfully acknowledges the many nations
TransLink is Metro Vancouver’s public transportation Maple Ridge is close to international and
represented by the urban First Nations, Métis and
network and services residents and visitors within the domestic airports.
Inuit population in the Fraser Valley and Metro
local communities. Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver Area.
https://www.yvr.ca
Plan your trip using TransLink’s Online Trip Planner:
Maple Ridge has been home to Indigenous peoples
https://www.translink.ca Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
for more than 10,000 years. Traditionally, Maple Ridge was known by its
https://www.abbotsfordairport.ca
Halkomelem name, Q’wa?acstan’ which translates into “the place where the
Pitt Meadows Regional Airport (YPK) golden eagles are.”
By Train https://www.flyypk.ca
A downtown art mural created by Kwantlen First Nation artist, Brandon
The West Coast Express travels between Maple Ridge Gabriel, celebrates our deep-rooted past and rich culture by depicting golden
By Car
and Vancouver. It is a commuter train that makes eagles superimposed over the Golden Ears Mountains.
five trips daily, Monday to Friday, with two stops in
The third week of June, Maple Ridge celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day in Memorial Peace Park.
Maple Ridge: Maple Meadows Station and Port Haney Plan your road trip by car with Google maps: The special day includes drumming, storytelling, dancing, arts vendors, a Bannock cook-off, children’s
Station. It departs Maple Ridge in the morning and https://google.com/maps/ activities and a full day of traditional activities to highlight the unique heritage, diverse cultures and
returns in the evening. View the West Coast Express
outstanding achievements of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples of Canada.
schedule for details.
https://www.frisociety.ca
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Table of Contents
Welcome to Maple Ridge 5 Museums & Heritage Buildings 19
Getting to Maple Ridge 6 Arts Centre & Theatre 20
Indigenous Culture 7 Filmed in Maple Ridge 21
Maple Ridge Fast Facts 8 Let’s Go Shopping 22
Celebrating the Seasons 9 BC Ale Trail – Maple Ridge 24
Discover… 10 Quintessential Maple Ridge Dining 25
Choose Your Adventure 12 Drive the Scenic BC Highway 7 26
Map 14 Dog Friendly Maple Ridge 26
Family Favourites
Sports
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Accommodations 27
Celebrating the Seasons
Music, Dancing, Food & Fun
https://www.mapleridge.ca/1463
Maple Ridge has several festivals and annual parades, merchandise inside their stores. Visitors and residents
such as the Santa Claus Parade & Christmas in the vote for their favourite decorated storefronts and join in
Park, Earth Day, Canada Day, GETI Fest, Adstock the carol singing, dancing, musical entertainment and
Maple Ridge Fast Facts
Music Festival, Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations, the popular annual lighting of the Community Dancing
Celebrate the Night Halloween & Fireworks event, the Tree.
Caribbean Festival and one of the longest-running B.C.
Bundle up warm and embrace the crisp outdoors
agricultural fairs, Country Fest, at the fairgrounds.
to enjoy these enchanting holiday displays. Take
Maple Ridge was incorporated as a District Each November 11, Maple Ridge celebrates one of the family photos and selfies in front of the amazing
Municipality in 1874, which made the community largest Remembrance Day ceremonies in the Lower illuminations; then warm up with a visit to local
British Columbia’s fifth-oldest municipality. In 2014, Mainland. This event is hosted by the Royal Canadian restaurants and shops. Be sure to tag your photo
Maple Ridge upgraded its status to a city. Currently Legion Branch #88 with many veterans in attendance experiences with #glowmapleridge.
Maple Ridge has a population of 92,000. for the moving Cenotaph ceremony.
From May to October, Fraser North Farmers Market is
The city has a number of historical neighbourhoods, Glow Maple Ridge – From the end of November to held every Saturday from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm at
each of which is associated with a significant cultural the first week of January, Maple Ridge transforms Memorial Peace Park.
group or historical event. These unique areas include Albion, Haney (downtown), Iron into a magical wonderland of dazzling lights, holiday https://www.farmersandmore.org
Mountain, Kanaka Creek, Port Hammond, Ruskin, Silver Valley, Thornhill, Websters Corners, music and glittering illumination. Traditional red bells
At many festivals year-round and every Tuesday
Whonnock and Yennadon. Discover interesting stories and photos of these neighbourhoods line downtown streets and Memorial Peace Park is
summer evening in Memorial Peace Park, the ever-
on the Maple Ridge Museum website: https://www.mapleridgemuseum.org decked out with giant ornaments, a light tunnel, a
popular Maple Ridge Concert Band, established in
glowing bandstand, and thousands of sparkling lights.
For more details visit: https://www.mapleridge.ca/1631 1946, entertains the community with Dixieland, big
Participating businesses join the fun, lighting up their
band swing, Broadway musicals and more.
storefronts in an old-fashioned Christmas village
theme and offer their own special events and themed
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Discover…
Our Parks and Trails Equestrian Centers Eco-tourism Agri-tourism
Maple Ridge is known for its scenic, forested charm Maple Ridge is a very horse friendly community and Visit Raptors Ridge, view wildlife on the North Alouette Explore our countryside and check out our
with ample room to spread out in peaceful, natural you will regularly see horses and riders along the Greenway, or go bird watching at Whonnock Lake. community’s agricultural roots. Agri-tourism
settings. Explore the beauty of old-growth forests, numerous trails and paths, or trotting beside the Learn about the Bell Irving Fish Hatchery’s salmon showcases rural settings with products, services, or
spacious parks, hiking trails and lovely lakes and dyke system. enhancement program or tour the Allco Park fish activities related to agricultural operations. Discover
winding rivers. Discover spectacular settings for bird hatchery. fun experiences for all ages.
Equestrian facilities include Maple Ridge Equi-Sports
watching, wildlife viewing, paddling, horseback riding,
Centre, Empire Equestrian Centre, Seabrook Stables, Raptors Ridge is home to over 28 species of birds. Agri-tourism activities in Maple Ridge include visits
fishing, cycling, mountain biking and walking the dog.
Leghorn Ranch, and Timberline Ranch. Through conservation and education, Raptors Ridge to Bruce’s Country Market, Duende Farms, Golden
https://www.mapleridge.ca/parksandrec
https://www.mapleridge.ca/2548 ensures sustainability by helping people to better Ears Cheesecrafters, Grow and Gather at Trice Farms,
understand the connection between the forces of the North Fraser Farmers Market, the Laity Pumpkin
Explore Trails Along the Dykes
nature and human innovation. Patch, Leghorn Ranch and Timberline Ranch.
A popular entry point to the dykes is Jerry Sulina
https://www.mapleridge.ca/1649
Park in Maple Ridge. These dykes were built over a Raptors Ridge provides fun, engaging, and hands-on
hundred years ago to protect the land from flooding. learning experiences to create special memories for
Today, they form a popular trail system for joggers, participants.
dog walkers, and bird-watchers. Enjoy some of the https://www.raptorsridge.com Maple Ridge – Fraser North Farmers Market
best scenery in the Lower Mainland including the
In addition to the hatchery, Metro Vancouver Regional https://www.farmersandmore.org
Golden Ears Mountains, the Alouette River, cranberry
Parks has built an impressive ‘Stewardship Centre’ The summer farmers market takes place every
and blueberry fields, duck ponds and more. Visit
that fits hand-in-glove with a natural ecosystem area Saturday, May to November, 9 am to 2 pm, in
https://www.letsgobiking.net for trail maps and
and the pristine Kanaka Creek Regional Park. Memorial Peace Park, on 224th Street in downtown
details and be sure to check out the Humble Roots
https://www.keeps.org/hatchery Maple Ridge. Shop for bread, vegetables, fruit, jewelry,
Cranberry Loop.
plants, fabric art, paintings and more, while you listen
to local musicians and chat with community members.
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Cycle Maple Ridge
Maple Ridge is a bike friendly community that offers
several streets with dedicated bike lanes. You can
also enjoy beautiful, scenic cycling routes along the
dyke trails as you meander past farmland, wetlands,
and forest. Enjoy the feeling of spaciousness and
wide, open horizons, surrounded by big sky and vast
agricultural fields.
https://www.mapleridge.ca/1585
Planet Ice Maple Ridge
Offers two National Hockey League (NHL)-sized ice
rinks, seating capacity for 1,250 for sporting events
or 2,000 for concert events, a sports bar and grill,
and a pro shop. Planet Ice is home to the Ridge
Meadows Flames and the Maple Ridge Burrards.
Choose Your Adventure https://www.planetice.ca/mapleridge
Skiing and Snow Sports
Golden Ears Provincial Park Delta Force Paintball Maple Ridge is just a short drive to the local
This provincial park is named after the prominent twin Quality game zones in exciting, cinematic settings. mountains. We are located just one hour from
peaks commonly referred to as ‘Golden Ears’. Maple Professionally staffed and operated. Sasquatch Mountain Resort, Seymour Mountain,
Ridge is on the north side of the Fraser River, and the https://www.vancouverpaintballing.ca Grouse Mountain, Cypress Mountain, and
park’s south end is located on the northern edge of two hours from the world-class skiing resort at
the City of Maple Ridge. Camp, hike, horseback ride, Whistler Blackcomb.
https://tourismvancouver.com/activities/
fish, canoe, windsurf, and water-ski, in a park prized
for its recreational opportunities.
Helicopter Tours
https://bcparks.ca/explore/parkpgs/golden_ears Have the experience of a lifetime as you explore the
stunning Maple Ridge backcountry and the city skyline WildPlay
with commercial helicopter pilots who have extensive
AirRec Centre knowledge of Maple Ridge. The WildPlay Element Park is an obstacle course in
https://www.skyhelicopters.ca the sky. It has walk-through wobbly bridges, unknot
An indoor recreation centre for bikes, scooters, and tightropes, ziplines, swing and log ladders. Perfect
skateboards. There are dirt jumps, skate parks, for people who are afraid of heights because you
vertical walls and more. Maximize your airtime and
Mountain Biking
proceed at your own pace. The obstacle course
show off your skills! becomes even more challenging the higher it gets -
https://www.airreccenter.com just ignore the shaking in your legs.
Adrenaline seekers will find a thrilling network of rides.
Visit TrailForks.com for maps and details. https://www.wildplay.com
https://www.trailforks.com Book now: 1 855 595 0123
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Skateboarding and BMX:
Family Favourites Albion Mountain Skills Park has jumps, a track, a trials area and a trail for all skill levels
and types of cyclists.
Thomas Haney Youth Action Parks is a professionally designed park with 17,000 square
Maple Ridge Park at 23200 Fern feet of modern plaza and bowl terrain. All levels of skateboarding, in-line, and BMX
Crescent, along the scenic Alouette riding can be accommodated. Spectator seating is available for socializing.
River, is a popular favourite for family
fun, water play, BBQ’s and hiking. The Maple Ridge Woodlot has been painstakingly created by a small group of riders
who have built a mountain bikers’ paradise of twisting ramps, ladders, jumps and steep
Albion Sports Complex spray park on descents. It is the place to ride in Maple Ridge for intermediate and advanced riders.
104th has an interesting design with a https://trailforks.com
water tunnel and adjustable water levels.
Whonnock Lake
Spray Parks
The perfect place for a full day of fun. Take the entire family and enjoy the beautiful lake
Albion Sports Complex - 23778 104 Avenue view. Based on the time of year, bring lawn chairs, beach blankets, towels, Frisbees, a
Cedar Park Country Lane Estates North - 23735 - 132nd Ave. volleyball, a good book, a swimsuit, and good quality sunscreen.
Cedar Park Country Lane Estates South - 24299 – 102A Ave.
Deer Fern Park – 13393 – 236th Street Local kids say Whonnock Lake boasts the world’s largest tadpoles. They can be found
Blaney Hamlet Park - 13712 230A Street in the shallow waters on the shore of the lake. Beside an ample grassy playground,
Firefighters Park - 11240 238 Street there is an excellent small beach. There is also a gazebo that can be reserved and used
for barbecues or to serve as a rain shelter.
For more information, call:
604-467-7322 To reserve the picnic shelter, please go online, or call our Customer Experience Team at
s a re a 604-467-7422.
Sp ra y Pa rk re s h i n g https://www.whonnock.ca
f u n a n d re f of f on h o t
Swimming Pools w a y t o c ool y s.
The Maple Ridge Leisure Centre at su mme r da
11925 Haney Place offers a fitness
centre, group fitness classes, a
gymnasium, two indoor pools, and a hot tub.
https://www.mapleridge.ca/parksandrec
Hammond Outdoor Pool is open for drop-in activities and aqua
fitness during the summer months. Enjoy some water recreation in
the great outdoors at 20601 Westfield Avenue, Maple Ridge.
https://mapleridge.ca/2446/Hammond-Outdoor-Pool
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Sports Museums & Haney House Museum
A fixture of Haney since 1883, this family home was
Sports and Fitness Golfing Heritage Buildings built by Thomas Haney, who purchased 145 acres
of land which would eventually become the town of
Haney. As the name suggests, his family were the
original founders of the Haney neighbourhood, and
To stay active and social, Maple Ridge offers a One of the first European settlers, in what is now
three generations of his descendants lived in the
variety of outdoor and indoor sports and fitness
opportunities. We meet the interests of all ages and
known as the City of Maple Ridge, was John McIver,
a Scot who homesteaded on acreage that includes
Maple Ridge Museum house until 1979 when the home was donated to the
city to become a historic house museum.
abilities. You can hike, fence, cycle, canoe, kayak, today’s Maple Ridge Golf Course. His property had a Connect the past, present and future through the
play sports ball, volleyball, swim, skate, participate in ridge topped by fine maple trees, so McIver called his extensive collection of archives and artifacts at the
competitive sports, do yoga and more. farm “Maple Ridge.” Maple Ridge Museum and Haney House. Be a kid
https://mapleridge.ca/1479/Sport-Fitness
The historic Maple Ridge Golf Course, which sits high
again and discover one of the finest model railroad Billy Miner Alehouse and Café
displays of the area.
above the mighty Fraser River, was established in The Billy Miner Alehouse and Café is an authentic
http://www.mapleridgemuseum.org
1926 and was one of the first golf courses built in the watering hole that is steeped in its own heritage,
Hometown Heroes Fraser Valley. It is a truly peaceful setting with rolling hearkening back to simpler, yet adventurous, frontier
hills surrounded by majestic maple and cedar trees. times around the turn of the century. Formerly a
Maple Ridge celebrates exceptional sports talent
and the many minor league sports organizations and
competitive sports, do yoga and more. Port Haney bank in the historical Port Haney neighbourhood, the
www.mapleridgegolfcourse.org two-story, wood-framed structure has all the stylistic
school athletic programs; plus, the program highlights Port Haney was named after Thomas Haney, a
cues that were typical of early, main-street buildings.
the thousands of volunteer hours of dedicated brickmaker, who owned much of the property that
OTHER Golf Courses Massive freight trains roar by while the gently flowing
coaches, teachers and parents. This commitment to became the Haney neighbourhood community. His
Golden Eagle Golf Club Fraser River poses a serene backdrop. For a glimpse
nurturing sports development is the reason so many land was subdivided when the CPR rail line was
https://goldeneaglegolfclub.com into the past, discover a local favourite known for its
renowned athletes from Maple Ridge were members built and the historical downtown, near the railway
Hacker’s Haven belly-warming food and refreshing craft beer.
of local youth sport organizations and went on to station and the Port Haney wharf, became the first
https://hackershavenpar3.com https://www.springsgroup.ca/billyminer/alehouse
achieve an international level within their chosen commercial and residential centre. Learn more about
Meadow Gardens Golf Club
sport. our history at the Maple Ridge Museum, the old
https://meadowgardensgolf.com
https://www.mapleridge.ca/2191 Brickyard office, Haney House, St. Andrew’s Church
Pitt Meadows Golf Course
A few of the hometown heroes include Debbie Brill, https://pittmeadowsgolf.com
Hall, and the Billy Miner Alehouse (formerly the Bank Port Haney Heritage Walk
of Montreal).
a world-class high jumper; Jim Robson the trusted Swan-e-Set Bay Resort and Country Club For a self-guided tour, Maple Ridge has a Port Haney
https://www.mapleridgemuseum.org
“Voice of the Vancouver Canucks” for over 25 years; https://wcgg.ca Heritage walking tour that connects several heritage
Larry Walker a major league baseball player; Karina sites on a scenic route near the Fraser River. For
LeBlanc, Olympian star in soccer; and hockey players more details and the Port Haney Heritage map, visit
Cam Neely, Andrew Ladd, and Brandon Yip. https://mapleridge.ca/328 .
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Participate, engage, and play at The ACT Arts Centre, a
local gem with entertaining performances, intriguing art
exhibitions, and programs for all ages.
Discover Maple Ridge’s Artistic Flair Filmed in Maple Ridge
Performance venues in Maple Ridge are situated in
the ACT Arts Centre and Theatre, the bandstand in
Memorial Peace Park, and various theatres in local Ready, set, action!
secondary schools.
Maple Ridge is a hotspot for filming. Over 15 productions a month happen here and at least 233 other
Maple Ridge is a dynamic art, theatre, and culture productions have been filmed as well. The geographic diversity of the area, with abundant mountainous parkland,
center. It offers many ways to explore new ideas, a bustling urban core, peaceful rural roads, and the waters of the Fraser River, provides a versatile backdrop for
points of view, and maybe even change your outlook Hollywood productions. Some of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities have filmed here including Robert Redford, John
on life. It is a gathering place for artists and the Travolta, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Liam Neeson, Charlize Theron, Susan Sarandon, and Uma Thurman.
community, and has a rich history of local art. The
A few of the movies filmed in Maple Ridge include: Welcome to Marwen (2018), Life on the Line (2015), The
Arts Centre and Theatre is the perfect place to
X-Files (1998), Jumanji (1995), Needful Things (1993), Bird on a Wire (1990), and We’re No Angels (1989).
showcase first-class entertainment and is a superb
TV series produced in our area include The Crossing, The Order, The Flash, iZombie, The 100, Arrow, Supergirl,
facility for business functions and networking.
Stargate SG-1, and MacGyver. Some commercials were made here for Ocean Spray, Crayola, Fed Ex, IBM, Subaru,
https://mapleridge.ca/1650
Ford, Toyota, Land Rover, BMW, and Volkswagen.
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Along the Dewdney Shopping Corridor you will find pockets of unique shops and services, impressive
bakeries, spas and salons, breweries, gastro pubs and much more. Each of the main shopping centers
are accessible from Dewdney Trunk Road, which spans the entire length of Maple Ridge from east to
west. Around the City Hall area is where most of the health and wellness services are located, as well as
several fitness centres. The public library is also accessible off Dewdney Trunk Road.
West Lougheed Shopping Corridor
As you arrive from the west into Maple Ridge, the West Lougheed Shopping Corridor features two
shopping centers, Westridge and Westgate, with approximately 70 shops and services. West Lougheed
let’s go Shopping
is where you will find the majority of vehicle services, car rentals, home improvement, renovations and
garden stores. This shopping area is a mecca for the Do-It-Yourself enthusiast. Many popular restaurants
and pubs, along with hotels and motels, are also found along the West Lougheed Shopping Corridor.
Town Centre Lougheed Shopping Corridor
This area is home to many of the insurance and financial institutions in Maple Ridge. The Town Centre
Lougheed Shopping Corridor includes Maple Ridge’s two indoor shopping centres, Haney Place Mall and
Valley Fair Mall. It attracts a wide range of clientele, from art and décor enthusiasts to food lovers. There
are plenty of great eats to tide you over while shopping.
Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association - www.downtownmapleridge.ca
Boutique Shops, Antiques & Much More! Ridge Meadows Chamber of Commerce Member Directory - https://ridgemeadowschamber.com
Shop in historic Haney.
Rich history, first-rate Canadian artists, and a contemporary, emerging arts scene give Maple Ridge its unique
cultural flavour that reflects a little bit of country and a little bit city. Experience the places and people that make
Maple Ridge a welcoming and connected community with a lively culture and distinctive neighbourhoods.
224 Street
Some of the best shopping in Maple Ridge is on 224th Street, which offers shops and services at affordable prices.
It is a quaint shopping district, nestled between Lougheed Highway and Dewdney Trunk Road. Some interesting
places to visit are a tea and whimsical gift shop, a kids’ boutique store, a jewelry store, art shops, a florist, and
home décor. You will also find The ACT Arts Centre, the Parks and Recreation Leisure Centre and the iconic Maple
Ridge bandstand in Memorial Peace Park.
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The Maple Ridge Ale Trail is a celebration of all the amazing local food and Busines
drink produced in our part of the BC Lower Mainland. Four local craft breweries
and four pubs are part of the Ale Trail. Their offerings, flavors, and hospitality
are distinctly Maple Ridge, while their craftsmanship, obsession to detail, and
quality are on par with some of the world’s most-loved craft beers.
Whether you are an adventure seeker, nature junkie, armchair historian, beer
snob or foodie, we invite you to indulge in what Maple Ridge has to offer. One
thing is certain, for every life celebration, we have a local beer to match!
https://www.mapleridge.ca/2311
Quintessential Maple Ridge Dining
We have it all. From casual steakhouses, West Coast eateries and hearty pub meals, to family-style restaurants,
ethnic cuisine and fast-food outlets, there is something for every palate! Savour fresh, organic ingredients used in
some of our restaurants ‘best of the season’ menus and pair your entrée with a crisp BC wine or local craft beer.
Humble Roots Cafe and Deli Kingfishers Waterfront Bar and Grill
Locally sourced foods, with a farm-to-table theme, for Taste the local flavours and amazing selection of craft
the highest quality, freshest food available. The patio beers and BC wines as you bask in the incredible
offers views of horses in the field across the way. indoor and outdoor patios that boast a stunning view
https://humbleroots.ca of the Fraser River, no matter where you sit.
https://www.kingfisherspub.com
Big Feast Bistro and Retail
A small, cozy bistro with a patio located in the urban
Chameleon Restaurant Maple Ridge
centre of Maple Ridge. Enjoy a menu made from Located in downtown Maple Ridge, Chameleon offers
excellent ingredients. a chic, sophisticated restaurant and lounge, right at
https://big-feast.ca/ the heart of the city.
https://chameleonmapleridge.com
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Year-round hiking, boating, camping, horseback riding,
Accommodations
and biking are just a few of the outdoor attractions
along the Scenic Highway 7. Also known as the
Lougheed Highway, the Scenic 7 provides a link between
Vancouver and Hope that is off the beaten path. From
extreme adventures to simple, warm hospitality, there is
something for everyone in Mighty Fraser Country.
https://scenic7bc.com
Spectacular West Coast Forests with Big City Convenience
Whether you seek a place to sleep under the stars as a fire crackles beside you, or a place to enjoy a gourmet spread
at a beautiful Bed & Breakfast surrounded by nature’s beauty, Maple Ridge offers a variety of accommodations in a
range of budgets. From rustic retreats to kid-friendly hotels, we will ensure your needs are met.
Golden Ears Provincial Park Campsites Loon Lake Lodge and Retreat Centre
Dog Friendly Maple Ridge Vehicle-accessible camping spots
are available, year-round, in Golden
A year-round meeting, conference,
and retreat destination, tucked
Ears Provincial Park. Alouette and snugly into the heart of the
Gold Creek have toilets, showers, University of British Columbia’s
#dogfriendlymapleridge
water taps, and a playground. Malcolm Knapp Research Forest.
Explore Maple Ridge’s off-leash
North Beach has pit toilets and What draws guests to the Loon
dog parks, beautiful nature trails,
one-hand pumps for water. Lake Lodge and Retreat Centre
and dog friendly businesses.
is the convenience and the
For pups who love to run free, the peacefulness.
city offers six off-leash dog parks
Albion Stay
and many beautiful parks and
nature trails for dogs on leash. This clean, quiet, and comfortable bed and breakfast
Maple Ridge Tranquil Place
Visit our website for information about dog friendly patios,
in the Albion neighbourhood offers a children’s Bed and Breakfast
playground, garden views, and a relaxing hot tub.
off-leash dog parks and trails, pet retail stores and dog Guests at this B&B will enjoy a fully-equipped kitchen,
services. If you travel with your pooch, you will dig our a patio with river views, and many options for cycling
dog-loving community! nearby.
https://www.mapleridge.ca/dogfriendly Best Western Maple Ridge Hotel
Located close to downtown, this hotel offers a pool,
gym, and free parking. It also has pet friendly rooms for
your furry friend.
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