An easy out-and-back walk along the water, mostly through forest. Little climbing, so it suits a slow morning or an evening walk. Most people take 1–2 hours.
Easy · 4–6 km out-and-back · +5–20 m climb · 1–2 hours · Dogs: on leash
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Metro Vancouver · ~50 min from downtown
Figures approximate. The suggested start helps you finish in daylight. Check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Derby Reach Regional Park) before you go.
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| Region | Metro Vancouver |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Season | Year-round |
| Trailhead | Edgewater Bar or Derby Reach lots, Allard Crescent, Langley |
| Parking & transit | Little or no transit; plan to drive. |
| Permits & passes | None. |
| Dogs | On leash |
| Kid-friendly | Yes, with supervision |
| Highlights | Lakes & water, Forest |
| Crowds | Moderate |
| Managed by | Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Derby Reach Regional Park) |
Flat riverside trails along the Fraser. Links to the Fort-to-Fort Trail toward Fort Langley.
Numbers are approximate. Check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Derby Reach Regional Park) for closures and the AdventureSmart trip plan and Ten Essentials before you go. Tell someone your plan.
About 4–6 km (out-and-back) with roughly 5–20 m of elevation gain. Most people take 1–2 hours. Figures are approximate; check Metro Vancouver Regional Parks (Derby Reach Regional Park) before you go.
Yes, on leash.
None.
Not easily. Plan to drive or carpool.
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Hike Vancouver. "Derby Reach and Edgewater Bar." Updated October 24, 2026. https://hikevancouver.ca/trails/derby-reach/
From the Derby Reach campground kiosk, take Edge Trail through cottonwoods, then Edge Farm Trail along the Fraser with views of log booms and the Haney waterfront. After a roadside stretch and Derby Creek crossing, climb to the original Fort Langley site cairn, cross the road and take the connector to the Houston Trail loop through forest, then return.
Extended option: A longer variant runs about 9 km round trip, roughly 2.5 hours. Confirm the route on the official map before you commit.
Watch for: Short sections beside Allard Cres; watch for traffic.
Best season: all year
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Hi, I'm Cam Appleton. I love Vancouver and I love getting out on its trails. When I went looking for a simple, easy hiking guide for around here, I couldn't find one I liked. I also really like helping people, so I built this one.
My day job is real estate. I help people buy, sell and lease. I hope you're enjoying the start of Hike Vancouver. If you're thinking about living closer to trails like this one, I'm happy to talk.
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