Burnaby

Burnaby is 25 percent parkland, with more than 200 parks—including the 86-hectare Central Park—tucked into the city’s boundaries. Paired with a thriving arts scene, cultural attractions, and the massive Metropolis at Metrotown shopping centre, Burnaby buzzes with activity.

This section of the ETF route primarily follows the Burnaby Foreshore Trail, which has earned high ratings for quality. The route transitions to gravel in Burnaby Fraser Foreshore Park, then onto a wide, paved path through a bustling commercial district ending at Marine Way. From here, the route moves onto quieter roads, climbing a thigh-burning hill towards the 22nd Street SkyTrain station.

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