The best walks and hikes around Pitt Meadows

Derby Reach stretches along a calm bend of the Fraser River, where open fields, quiet forests, and wide riverside trails make for easy wandering. You'll find a mix of flat shoreline paths and the hillier Houston Trail loop with some multi-use trails open to hikers, joggers, cyclists, and even horseback riders. A large campground sits right at the water’s edge, with picnic shelters, washrooms, drinking water, and plenty of space to settle in for the night. Dogs are welcome on‑leash throughout most of the park, with a large off‑leash zone near Edgewater Bar. In short, you'll find that Derby Reach delivers a peaceful break with all the essentials close at hand.

Set along a quiet bend of the Fraser River, Fort Langley offers a window into the history of British Columbia. The wooden palisades, blacksmith shop, and heritage buildings trace the Hudson’s Bay Company era, while the parks live demonstrations bring the daily bustle of traders and voyageurs to life. For those interested in the Indigenous Stó꞉lō history you'll find traditional foods as the Ancestor Cafe, native artworks at Spirit Bear Designs, and storytelling from local Elders. It’s an easy place to wander and imagine yourself in a different time, soaking up river views, hands‑on demos, and the layered history that shaped the region.

The Canyon to Coast trail runs for 550 kilometers between Hope and the Salish Sea. This particular section follows the Fraser River through parkland, nature reserve and historic sites as it nears its end at the sea.

Pitt River Regional Greenway is a multi-use trail that follows the east bank of the Pitt and Fraser rivers through Pitt Meadows. The route runs along dikes and through riparian areas, with wide views of the river, surrounding farmland, and nearby mountains. Its flat, open alignment and proximity to the water give it a calm, spacious feel, with plenty of opportunities to see birds and other wildlife.

The Fraser River is British Columbia’s longest river, stretching over 1,300 kilometres from the Rockies to the Pacific. It flows through diverse landscapes, from alpine valleys to urban centres, and supports one of the largest salmon runs in North America. The river has shaped the region’s ecology, economy, and history for thousands of years.

Harris Landing Park is a charming waterfront spot in Pitt Meadows, nestled along the north bank of the Fraser River. It offers access to a quiet stretch of shoreline with a boat launch, lots of green space, and breathtaking views of the wide river channel. The setting feels open and lightly developed, with the river and surrounding floodplain shaping the landscape, making it the perfect spot for a picnic or a place to relax and soak in the scenery.

This is a flat, straightforward walk through a mix of forest and wetland, with wide gravel paths that stay mostly level throughout. You’ll pass stretches of marsh and drainage channels before reaching Goose Lake itself. The trail can get muddy after rain, so wearing the appropriate footwear is advised.

Goose Lake sits within a low-lying wetland system fed by local drainage channels and seasonal runoff from the surrounding farmland rather than a fast-flowing river. The water is usually still and often murky, especially after rain. While you’ll see the occasional canoe or small paddlecraft, it’s not a common paddling spot, and there are no formal launch points. Swimming isn’t recommended here due to water quality and limited circulation. It’s better approached as a quiet viewpoint, especially for birdlife around the lake edges.