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Welcome to the Fraser Valley
The Fraser Valley is a beautiful strip of land that extends northeast from North Surrey to Hope. As the name suggests, the Fraser Valley follows the path of the mighty Fraser River which flows
from Langley to Lillooet.
Each community located in the Fraser Valley is unique in character. Below you will find a brief description of the different communities located in teh Fraser Valley.
Fraser Valley Communities Including:
 Aldergrove
The population of the urban area of Aldergrove is about 5000. The outlying rural area of Aldergrove extends 15 km north to the Fraser River and 5 km south to the United States (Washington) border.
Aldergrove is situated on a hill, with Langley in a valley to the west (about 35 feet above sea level). Click image to the left for a larger view of Downtown Aldergrove. Many different crops
are grown on the surrounding farms: corn, pumpkins, mushrooms, raspberries, strawberries, and vegetables. Aldergrove is part of Langley Township.
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Agassiz
The town is currently going through a revitalization phase based upon a turn of the century architectural theme. The two main streets of the village make for a very pleasant stroll and shopping.
The Aberdeen has visitor information and washrooms available in summer season. To the right, the welcome sign at the intersection of Highways 7 & 9 on Agassiz's eastern border.
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Chilliwack
From Chilliwack's modest agricultural roots of yesteryear, the community has grown into the second largest municipality in the Upper Fraser Valley, covering a territory of 100 square miles.
Chilliwack's neighbours are the US/Canada border to the south, Abbotsford to the west, the Fraser River to the north and the unincorporated area of the Fraser Valley Regional District as well
as Bridal Falls and Hope to the east.
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Cloverdale
Today, Cloverdale remains a unique and colourful community. It is one of the few communities in Greater Vancouver that has a genuine "main street" where locals shop on foot and friends and neighbours
gather to sip coffee and exchange gossip in the cafe's. Cloverdale, home of the famous Cloverdale Rodeo, sometimes called the "antique capital" of B.C., is located at the junction of Highways
10 and 15 (the Pacific Highway) in the lower Fraser Valley. This community is part of Surrey.
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Coquitlam
The community's population is over 100,000. It may be reached via the West Coast Express and Highways 7 & 1. The City is bounded by Burrard Inlet and Port Moody on the north, Port Coquitlam
to the east, the Fraser River to the south and Burnaby and New Westminster to the west.
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Delta
Nestled in the southwest corner of the Fraser Valley, Delta is bounded by the Fraser River to the north, the Georgia Strait to the west, Boundary Bay to the south, and the city of Surrey to
the east. The municipality is divided into three main urban communities: Ladner, Tsawwassen and North Delta. Historically, Delta has been a farming and fishing community. These activities remain
an important part of the economy and help to retain a rural charm only 30 minutes from downtown Vancouver.
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Fort Langley
This delightful small town, with a heritage focus, is easy to walk around to enjoy the many old buildings, antique dealers' shops and, of course, the Fort itself. Click image to the right for
a larger view of Fort Langley's main street. There are several excellent restaurants for a snack or a meal, many with sidewalk tables. Gift shops and artist's studios abound. Be certain to go
up the observation tower near the bridge for an outstanding view of the river. Population: 2,700. Fort Langley is part of Langley Township.
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Harrison Hot Springs
Harrison Hot Springs is situated at the southern end of Harrison Lake. This is the largest lake in the Lower Mainland and has water access to the Pacific Ocean via the Harrison and Fraser Rivers.
Visitors can enjoy a wide variety of activities. The beach is ideal for sunbathing and the lagoon provides a protected warm-water spot for swimming. Click image to the right for a larger view
of the Lagoon. The lake is also a popular destination for boaters and wind surfers.
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Hope
The District of Hope is situated at the crossroads of four major highways at the eastern end of the fertile Fraser Valley. The community acts as the gateway to the Lower Mainland and is a service
centre for the area. To the west and south are found the unincorporated areas of the Fraser Valley Regional District including Popkum and Bridal Falls along Highway 1 and Agassiz and Harrison
Hot Springs along Scenic Highway 7. To the north, along Highway 1 are Yale & Hell's Gate and to the east, along Highway 3, is Manning Park.
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Langley City
A compact, thriving City located between Langley Township and Surrey to the west, with Aldergrove, Fort Langley and Walnut Grove close by. This urban centre, in a beautiful rural setting occupies
10 square kilometers (4 square miles) with a growing population estimated at 23,000 (1996).
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Maple Ridge
To the North are mountains and to the east is Mission. To the west Pitt Meadows and Port Coquitlam are found, while to the south is the mighty Fraser. It is roughly 30 minutes to Mission and
40 minutes to Abbotsford. Population is approximately 56,700. Major highways are the Lougheed Highway (Scenic 7) and the Dewdney Trunk Road, both of which pass through the middle of the community.
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Mission
Mission sits on a southern slope overlooking the lush Fraser River Valley and the Fraser River. Along Scenic Highway 7 to the west is Maple Ridge and to the east Dewdney, Deroche and Agassiz.
The Coast Mountains are to the north. A rapidly growing and dynamic centre, Mission is surrounded by the incredible beauty of mountainous vistas and natural forest settings to the north. The
climate is warm and tropical in the summer and mild and wet in the winter. Flowers bloom through most of the year, and the area is naturally hospitable to tropical plant life.
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Pitt Meadows
Pitt Meadows is situated on the north side of the Fraser River between Port Coquitlam and Maple Ridge. It is bounded by the Alouette River to the north, the Fraser River to the south and the
Pitt River to the west. It comprises the communities of Hammond and Pitt Meadows. The population numbers approximately 13,800. The Lougheed Highway (Scenic 7) is the main route to Pitt Meadows.
The Dewdney Trunk Road begins in Pitt Meadows, meandering eastward through Maple Ridge and into Mission.
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 Port Coquitlam
Port Coquitlam is bounded on the south by the Fraser River, on the east by the Pitt River, on the north by the Coast Mountains and on the west by the Coquitlam River. Port Coquitlam's location
and unique setting combine to produce truly exceptional living and recreation environments. The historical character of the Downtown core has been retained, while new commercial and residential
development has continued, keeping the qualities of the Downtown's small town appeal. There is easy access via Highways 7 & 1 and the West Coast Express.
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Port Moody
Port Moody is located at the head of Burrard Inlet, surrounded by mountains and forested hillsides. This friendly small town is home to approximately 23,000 people. From its pristine setting
on Burrard Inlet, Port Moody offers unlimited opportunities for outdoor activities ranging from boating, swimming, hiking and cycling to breathtaking nature trails and wild life observation.
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Richmond
The Garden City is a balanced community with a mix of urban and rural activities and is recognized as Canada's Gateway to the Pacific.
Located within twenty minutes from downtown Vancouver and the Canada/U.S. border (via Highway 99, King George Highway) and thirty minutes from the Trans-Canada Highway (via Highway 91, the Richmond-Annacis
Highway). It is situated mostly on Lulu and Sea Islands, two of 17 islands in the mouth of the Fraser River. Surrounded by the Fraser River on three sides and the Georgia Strait to the east,
Richmond neighbours are Vancouver to the north and Delta to the South.
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Surrey
Surrey, "The City of Parks," boasts a relaxed lifestyle; city living combined with open country space. Surrey is bounded by the Fraser River to the north, the Canada-U.S. border to the south
and the municipalities of Delta and Langley to the west and east, respectively. Surrey has more than 400 parks encompassing more than 3,000 acres, many of which are in their natural state. With
371 square km, Surrey is also the largest city in BC's Lower Mainland and the second largest in population at 350,000 people.
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White Rock
Known for its small-city atmosphere and personality, White Rock is bordered on the south by the United States and the shores of Semiahmoo Bay, on the north, east and west by the District of
Surrey. The magnificent beach front the large white rock (shown to the left) on the beach, and the 1,500 ft. long pier are the most widely known landmarks of the City. The sheltered, shallow
waters of the Semiahmoo Bay make the beach (shown to the left) the warmest ocean beach in mainland British Columbia and ideal for swimming and wind-surfing. The area boasts a warm, dry climate
with more hours of sunshine than Vancouver.
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