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🧗 Outdoor Adventures for Kids in Maple Ridge, Canada

7 hiking, farms, nature centers, and outdoor adventure spots rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Maple Ridge

Port Moody Farmers Market farmers market in Port Moody, BC🌾 Farm
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4.8(31)$11 mi · Port Moody

Port Moody Farmers Market is a delightful Sunday morning destination where families can explore stalls brimming with fresh local produce, handmade crafts, and delicious food while kids enjoy live entertainment and interactive activities. The relaxed outdoor atmosphere makes it easy to navigate with strollers, and little ones love sampling treats from various vendors while parents shop for farm-fresh goods.

🕑 1.5 to 2 hours

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Fort Langley National Historic Site of Canada historical landmark in Langley, BC🌳 Park
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4.6(3,073)$11 mi · Langley

Fort Langley National Historic Site brings Canadian colonial history to life through hands-on experiences that captivate young minds. Kids can meet costumed interpreters portraying 1800s fur traders, try their hand at gold panning, watch blacksmithing demonstrations, and even take canoe rides, making history feel like an exciting adventure rather than a classroom lesson.

🕑 3-4 hours

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Pitt River Regional Greenway park in Pitt Meadows, BC🧗 Adventure
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4.6(424)$$9 mi · Pitt Meadows

The Pitt River Regional Greenway is a stunning riverside trail perfect for families who love exploring the outdoors together. With flat, accessible pathways ideal for strollers, bikes, and scooters, kids can safely enjoy the natural beauty while spotting local wildlife like herons, eagles, and sometimes even river otters along the scenic Pitt River.

🕑 1.5 to 3 hours

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North Alouette River South Dike Trail hiking area in Pitt Meadows, BC🧗 Adventure
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4.8(18)$$4 mi · Pitt Meadows

The North Alouette River South Dike Trail offers families a peaceful, easy-to-navigate riverside walk perfect for introducing kids to nature. This flat, well-maintained dike trail provides stunning views of the river and surrounding mountains, with plenty of opportunities to spot wildlife like herons, eagles, and ducks along the way. It's an ideal outdoor adventure for families seeking fresh air without strenuous hiking.

🕑 1.5 to 2.5 hours depending on how far you walk and how often you stop for wildlife viewing

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Ruskin Community Hall community center in Maple Ridge, BC🌾 Farm
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Ruskin Community Hall operates as a working farm where kids can get hands-on with farm animals, enjoy seasonal activities like pumpkin picking and berry harvesting, and learn about agriculture through interactive outdoor experiences. Located in the scenic Fraser Valley east of Vancouver, this affordable farm destination offers families a chance to escape the city and connect with nature through educational and fun activities.

🕑 2-3 hours

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$$7 mi · Port Moody

Quarry Rock Trail is a rewarding 3.8 km round-trip hike that's achievable for active families with kids who love adventure. The moderately challenging trail winds through beautiful coastal forest before opening up to spectacular panoramic views of Indian Arm from a rocky bluff, making the effort worthwhile for children who can handle some elevation gain and uneven terrain.

🕑 2 to 2.5 hours

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Coquitlam River Trail route in Port Coquitlam, BC🧗 Adventure
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$$8 mi · Port Coquitlam

The Coquitlam River Trail offers families a peaceful escape into nature with easy, stroller-friendly pathways running alongside the scenic Coquitlam River. This multi-use trail is perfect for little cyclists learning to ride, nature-loving families hoping to spot salmon and wildlife, and anyone seeking a gentle outdoor adventure in the beautiful British Columbia landscape.

🕑 1.5 to 3 hours

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