Cycling in Maple Ridge, BC
Maple Ridge offers useful cycling possibilities for riders interested in Pitt River lowlands, regional greenways and mountain-edge riding, especially when the trip is planned around the region's established route network. In the wider Metro Vancouver area, the riding character is shaped by urban bikeways, greenways and regional connections. Conditions vary from flat river lowlands to steep North Shore hills, so the official cycling map matters more than straight-line distance.
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- 8 August 2026
- City · Metro Vancouver
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For a first visit, build the day around one of the route ideas below rather than simply choosing the shortest road between two points. Match the route to your bike, surface preference, traffic comfort and available daylight.
Maple Ridge changes character quickly from flat Fraser/Pitt lowlands to steep foothills. The guide should clearly separate family-friendly west-side riding from mountain-oriented routes farther east.
Best bike rides and trail ideas in Maple Ridge
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Pitt Meadows / Maple Ridge cycling connections — use the paired local map for a flatter day.
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Dike and greenway riding west of Maple Ridge — good for gravel/hybrid bikes.
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Eastern trail networks — more climbing and natural surface; verify bike access and difficulty.
How to plan the ride
If you are visiting Maple Ridge for the first time, start with the most separated, signed or trail-based option that fits your bike, then add road mileage only after checking the current local map. Weather, construction, wildfire conditions, seasonal maintenance and trail closures can change quickly in B.C., so confirm the latest official notice on the day you ride.
Before you ride
- Check TransLink's current local cycling map before choosing a route.
- Use transit to shorten one-way rides or bypass uncomfortable road sections where permitted.
B.C. cycling rules still apply: obey traffic controls, ride in the permitted direction, use required lights and reflectors after dark, and wear an approved bicycle helmet. On shared paths, slow down around people walking, dogs, children and other riders; local bylaws or park rules may add extra restrictions.
Suggested follow-up articles
- Pitt Meadows / Maple Ridge cycling connections: A Local Cycling Guide
- Dike and greenway riding west of Maple Ridge: A Local Cycling Guide
- A First-Time Cyclist's Guide to Maple Ridge, BC
Official sources
These are the municipal, regional and trail-management sources used for this guide. Check their current notices before relying on exact access or closure information.
- TransLink — Cycling in Metro VancouverRegional and local cycling maps, route comfort, transit connections and bike parking.
- City of Pitt Meadows — Trails16 local trails, dike routes, Pitt River Regional Greenway and cycling maps.
- Trails BC — Lower Mainland / Southwest B.C.Lower Mainland and Sea-to-Sky Trans Canada Trail context and cycling alternates.