The Fraser Valley is a beautiful strip of land that extends northeast from Langley, a vibrant town located just east of Vancouver, to Boston Bar, a picturesque former mining town that owes its name to the large amount of American prospectors that flocked there during the 1800s. The Fraser Valley traces the path of the mighty Fraser River as it winds itself towards the Pacific. Fishing for pacific salmon, sturgeon and trout is especially lucrative on the Fraser River, and the powerful waterway also offers plenty of chances for exhilarating rafting and boating adventures. The region boasts a number of parks and conservation areas, and after a long day of exploring, many visitors choose to unwind in the Harrison Hot Springs. Discover the region from above and trace the journey of original explorers to the area aboard the Hell's Gate Air Tram in Hope. Several important municipalities lie in the valley, including Abbotsford home of the world famous Abbotsford International Airshow.
Chilliwack Sits on the Fraser River in a tree-filled valley overlooked by the Cascade Mountain Range. Only 100 km (62 miles) east of Vancouver , Chilliwack is ideally situated to offer many diverse opportunities that range from peaceful mountain hikes to heart-stopping white-water rafting. Paragliders from around the world fly Chilliwack sites that rival the best in the world. Experienced mountaineers can view the valley from jagged mountain peaks 2000 m (6562 ft) high. Impressive sights from land include nearby Cultus Lake and Bridal Veil Falls . With over 200 species of birds visiting Chilliwack, the Cheam Lake Wetlands Regional Park and the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve are must sees for birdwatchers. Chilliwack's rapids have Canada's national white-water kayaking team visiting regularly for training. Rafting and diving are also popular, while serious anglers can catch massive sturgeon-up to 450 kg (1000 lbs) in Chilliwack waters.
Abbotsford A city found in the Fraser Valley region of British Columbia, Canada. A 10-minute drive from the Washington, U.S.A. border, Abbotsford has an altitude of 54 m (177 ft) and an incredible view of Mount Baker. It is surrounded by the beauty and serenity of mountain country and sits on the south bank of the Fraser River. Its proximity to Greater Vancouver, which is 68 km (42 mi) away, makes it an excellent holiday destination and probably accounts for its steady population growth as many Abbotsford residents commute to Vancouver for work. Fondly called Abby, this "city in the country" is central to just about everything in lower mainland British Columbia, making it a great place to set up an accommodation home base for exploring the area. While Abbotsford seems to be a city in the middle of the country, because Mill Lake sits in the middle of Abbotsford, it also feels like the country is central to this city.
Langley Is located 45 km (28 mi) southeast of Vancouver . Due to its location only 24 km (15 mi) from the Pacific Ocean, Langley enjoys a temperate year-round climate, which supports a thriving agricultural industry with a large horse population. Fort Langley National Historical Site is one of the city's biggest attractions, and preserves Langley's historical significance as an important Hudson's Bay Company trading fort. The Canadian Museum of Flight is another attraction worth visiting, as it houses over 25 aircraft dating back to the early 20th Century, as well as other related exhibits. Animal lovers should arrange a tour of the Mountain View Conservation & Breeding Centre , which is dedicated to preserving and protecting a number of extremely rare species, including the Vancouver Island marmot. Langley also has several golf courses, offering a challenging day on the links for players of all expertise