18 Fun Fall Experiences in the Fraser Valley
Estimated Read Time: 4 min 51 sec Autumn in the Fraser Valley brings so many seasonal wonders! Whether you’re looking to wander the pumpkin patches with a PSL (pumpkin spice latte) in hand or you’re sampling apple cider between the fantastic farm experiences, there’s no limit to the fun fall experiences you can have in […]
Thacker Regional Park
One of the main attractions of the park is the spawning and rearing channels for coho, pink and chum salmon. Beginning in September in even numbered years (2016, 2018, 2020, etc.), and October in odd numbered years (2015, 2017, 2019 etc.), these salmon return to spawn in the park’s spawning channels, which provides excellent viewing […]
Chilliwack River Rafting
Chilliwack River Rafting is Chilliwack’s best white water rafting resort for both day trips and overnight camping adventures.
Devil’s Lake Loop Trail
Located in the Stave West Recreation Area, the Devil’s Lake loop trail is a 3.1km hike through the forest that features a floating bridge which takes you across the south-end of Devil’s Lake. From the parking spots on the side of Florence Lake Forest Service Road, just 5km north of Stave Dam, you’ll find a […]
Qwólts Park
West of Esplanade Avenue at the confluence of Harrison Lake and Miami River. View a modern fish-friendly flood pump, local art installations including Sts’ailes images of salmon, sturgeon and the Sasquatch, interpretive signage on the history of Sts’ailes in the area, and seating overlooking the lake. Don’t miss the howling wolf on the rooftop. Explore […]
Sasquatch Trail
Want to discover our local Sasquatch? Learn the history of our Sasquatch- while snapping a few selfies! Start at the entrance of Harrison Hot Springs, there you’ll find Hot Springs Harry waiting to pose with you. He is located on the corner of Hot Springs Rd and McPherson Rd. Once you have struck a pose […]
Campbell Valley Regional Park
Sunlight-dappled forests, grassland vistas and wetlands make this regional park great habitat for wildlife, from songbirds to salmon to squirrels and more. The network of trails provide visitors with lovely routes to explore the variety of landscapes, the heritage features, and a Nature House. Horse riding is popular here.
Inch Creek Hatchery
Tucked away against the backdrop of Dewdney Peak and Nicomen Mountain, this satellite fish hatchery is run by Fisheries and Oceans Canada and offers an inside look at how sockeye, chum, and coho salmon and steelhead trout spawn, grow and are later released into tributaries primarily along the Fraser River. There are also two large […]
Steelhead Falls
Steelhead Falls is a gorgeous waterfall at the end of a quick 1km hike in. With bridges, water routes, and natural growth you might just feel like you stepped right into a storybook. The wonderment of this area is only expanded when trekking through on a foggy Mission day. Bring the family with you when […]
STS Guiding
Guided Sturgeon & Salmon Fishing in Mission, British Columbia! New to fishing or want a new challenge? Go on a guided fishing trip with STS guiding services and chase after the prehistoric dinosaur that is the sturgeon. Salmon fishing is also available. Whether it is a day trip, corporate outing or small group fishing vacation, […]
Syéxw Chó:leqw Adventure Park
The Syéxw Chó:leqw Adventure Park opened in September 2018 to serve the local trails and recreation community. The Park is located on the traditional land and territory of Sq’ewá:lxw First Nation. The Park includes 4,000 metres of walking and cycling trails, a bike skills park, viewing platforms, a 90,000 square foot playground, as well as […]
Season of the Wild
Join us this fall as we celebrate the beauty and biodiversity of the Harrison River Valley by honouring the majestic bald eagle, the luminescent salmon, and the prehistoric sturgeon. Every year between October and January, spawning salmon return to Canada’s first certified salmon stronghold, the Harrison River. This ecologically rich river is one of the […]
