Abbotsford

Home to forested mountains, waterfalls, and 157 parks, Abbotsford is a dream destination for lovers of the outdoors. Beyond its scenic landscapes, the city captivates with a thriving culinary scene, iconic filming locations, and diverse cultural experiences.  

Abbotsford’s section of the ETF network begins with a journey from Langley’s flat farmlands over the top of Mt. Lehman. From here, the trail descends through Douglas Taylor Park, reaching the Fraser River Matsqui dyke trail. Then, it leaves the dyke system, traversing a changing landscape of farm flats, the historic Village of Clayburn—founded in 1905 as BC’s first company town—and Sumas Mountain, before rejoining the dyke trails parallel to the Trans Canada Highway.

The information on this page currently focuses on the Canyon to Coast Trail component. Experience the Fraser (ETF) is a recreational, cultural and heritage project that extends along the Lower Fraser River Corridor connecting Hope to the Salish Sea. The project consists of three main components:

• Greenway - The Canyon to Coast Trail

• Blueway - recreational use of the river

• Experiences & Attractions - major attractions and experiences, community amenities and feature points

The information provided here is specifically related to the Greenway - The Canyon to Coast Trail which is the backbone of the overall ETF project. As of 2023, a continuous route has been mapped; however wayfinding signage for the route has not been fully implemented. Community reports, maps, and other information shared here are a resource for communities for informational and planning purposes only. The final route will be determined collaboratively with partners as part of the ETF implementation process.

Learn more about the history of the project and the vision for the future:

Project History ETF Concept Plan ETF Implementation Plan