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Expect detours and delays in getting to the parkExpect detours and delays in getting to the park<div class="ExternalClassC6F03C26A8F746268A52B19B1A23674E"><div>​The City of Coquitlam is working on a major project that includes sewer system improvements, environmental enhancements, and transportation upgrades. Although Victoria Drive and Cedar Drive are primarily affected, visitors heading to the park should expect to encounter detours, delays, and significant increases in construction traffic on all routes to the park. Work is expected to be ongoing until 2025. Updates can be found at <a href="https://www.coquitlam.ca/920/Cedar-Drive-Upgrade-Project" target="_blank">Cedar Creek Upgrade Project</a>. For more information, email the Cedar Drive Project team at <a href="mailto:cedardrive@coquitlam.ca" target="_blank">​cedardrive@coquitlam.ca</a> or call 604-927-3515.<br></div></div>Minnekhada Regional Park
Expect heavy construction traffic along Oliver RdExpect heavy construction traffic along Oliver Rd<div class="ExternalClass3A45F63AE21B45B6B8A50AA2A9006C23"><div>​Visitors planning to use the Minnekhada Lodge Entrance should expect heavy construction traffic along Oliver Road. Be prepared to frequently meet large construction vehicles, such as dump trucks. Note: Oliver Road is narrow with few pullouts for passing. Please allow extra time to travel to the park, or consider using the Quarry Road Entrance.<br></div></div>Minnekhada Regional Park
Quarry Trail Conditions Quarry Trail Conditions <div class="ExternalClass2D4C6BF41B58473EAD52D5ACEBD39550"><p>​Due to storm damage, some sections of Quarry Trail are rough and uneven. Trail may be flooded at location shown on map, especially after heavy rainfall. Plans for repairs are underway but several permits are required before the work can proceed. Please follow posted safety signs; use extra caution; and consider other routes in poor weather conditions.<br></p></div>Minnekhada Regional Parksts4s://metrovancouver.org/attachmentUrl=https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/Lists/ParkAdvisories/Attachments/1451/MIN Quarry trail conditions_Nov2024_MAP.pdf

 

 

Minnekhada Regional ParkMinnekhada Regional ParkMinnekhada Regional Park<div class="ExternalClass0D4282717ED94AD599AC2992C4BB303E"><div><p>Forest, marsh and rocky outcrops make this regional park a gem to explore any time of year. Th​e network of quiet trails are great places to hike and watch for wildlife. It is also home to Minnekhada Lodge, a 1930s country estate with spectacular views of the Pitt River.</p></div></div>246192924https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/PublishingImages/Minnekhada.jpg, https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/PublishingImages/Minnekhada.jpg https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/PublishingImages/Minnekhada.jpg

 

 

Minnekhada Regional ParkGP0|#732f01c7-3203-4080-a710-fd3875d80b73;L0|#0732f01c7-3203-4080-a710-fd3875d80b73|Picnic Area;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#49cdde70-26fc-4a04-9515-0e4912543f4c;L0|#049cdde70-26fc-4a04-9515-0e4912543f4c|Reservable;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#fa3273cc-c453-47fa-a061-f6d8afc45766;L0|#0fa3273cc-c453-47fa-a061-f6d8afc45766|Dog Leash Required Trails;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#64d8e368-ff10-4512-9ac8-def76589bfee;L0|#064d8e368-ff10-4512-9ac8-def76589bfee|View Point;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#814efeb2-a896-4e5d-81d9-c57337f0a14d;L0|#0814efeb2-a896-4e5d-81d9-c57337f0a14d|Heritage Site/Building;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e4;GP0|#25080aaf-eb40-4ba1-a9d6-c0915c7e6d38;L0|#025080aaf-eb40-4ba1-a9d6-c0915c7e6d38|Washroom;GTSet|#850077c1-afb0-49c9-a133-2c3df22499e410.202.3<div class="ExternalClassFFA06231A5224B92B32EF56B0D1FDD89"><p></p><p><strong></strong><strong><strong></strong></strong></p><div><strong>March 7 to April 7​:</strong> 7:00 am – 8​:00 pm​</div><div><strong>April 8 to June 2:</strong> 7:00 am – 9:00 pm​​<br></div><p>​​<br></p></div><div class="ExternalClass440CDDF5687C432D97A0EA5B53C2F8DB"><p>​There are a n​​umber of trails in Minnekhada Regional Park, including: <br></p><ul><li><p>Lodge Trail is about 2 km return from the Quarry Road Entrance. Mostly flat with excellent wildlife viewing along the Lower Marsh. Take a break at the small picnic area, have a peek at Minnekhada Lodge, or continue along Fern Trail.​<br></p></li></ul><ul><li><p>Fern Trail is 2.7 km return from the small picnic area near the lodge. Rolling with some steep sections. Enjoy partial views of Pitt River and Addington Marsh from the Addington Lookout.</p></li></ul><p>To see all the​​ trails in the park, <a href="/services/regional-parks/Documents/minnekhada-regional-park-map.pdf">view the park map</a>.<br></p></div><div class="ExternalClass10B61FA991E141A6AEEB6CE33F976A70"><div><p>​​There is no cycling on park trails. Cycling is only permitted on Oliver Road, the paved d​riveway to the lodge, and adjacent Pitt River dykes. Bike racks are located at the Quarry Road Entrance, the picnic area, and Minnekhada Lodge.<br></p></div></div><div class="ExternalClassADE4529847EA436790549B7E4B3F7971"><div> <div> <p>Dogs must be le​ashed and under control at all times. Dogs are not allowed in Minnekhada Lodge. To protect wildlife, dogs are not permitted in streams, creeks, or wetlands including Minnekhada Marsh. Please scoop your dog's poop and dispose of it properly. </p> <p><a href="/services/regional-parks/dogs-in-regional-parks">More on dogs in Me​tro Vancouver regional parks...</a></p></div></div></div><div class="ExternalClassA674D9DFAF1842E1ABB0811D8BF68F4B"><p><a href="/services/regional-parks/facility/minnekhada-lodge">Minnekhad​a L​​odge</a> <br>Minnekhada Lodge is open to the public on the first Sunday of the month and m​ost other Sundays, February through December, from 1 - 4 pm. ​<br></p><p><a href="/services/regional-parks/Documents/minnekhada-lodge-rental-information.pdf">Minnekhada Lodge Rental Information​</a>​<br></p></div><div class="ExternalClass2C8EC2633BA244EF887A957DE258FE8E"><p>Cliffs and rock bluffs are found throughout the park. Stay on signed trails and back from the edge especially at High Knoll and Low Knoll.<br></p></div><div class="ExternalClass521AC0137C814E12A7EB9C6C2FBE7E11"><p>This regional park was officially opened in 1981. Minnekhada Farm was added in 1995 but is currently closed to the public. Some farm buildings are occupied; please respect tenants' rights to privacy.</p> </div><div class="ExternalClass32BE7A4AF8A74AF1B366E0745C18849F"><p>This park provides habitat to a variety of wildlife, including bears, cougars and coyotes.<br></p><p><strong>​Bears</strong></p><p>Be bear aware at all times.</p><p></p><ul><li>Never approach or feed a bear<br></li><li>Stay back 100 metres<br></li><li>Keep dogs leashed</li><li>Change your route or plans to avoid bears<br></li><li>Make noise as you go<br></li></ul><p></p><p>If you encounter a bear:<br></p><p></p><div><ul><li>​Do not run - face the bear and back away slowly​​</li><li>Stay calm - talk to the bear in a confident voice</li><li>Make sure the bear has a clear exit​​​<br></li></ul></div><div>For more information about bears and bear safety, check out the <a href="/services/regional-parks/Documents/bears-in-metro-vancouver.pdf" target="_blank">Help Keep Bears Wild and People Safe</a> brochure or go to the <a href="https://wildsafebc.com/black-bear/" target="_blank">WildSafeBC</a> website. <br></div><div><br></div><div><strong>Coyotes</strong><br>For information about coyotes and coyote safety, see the <a href="/services/regional-parks/Documents/regional-parks-coyote-brochure.pdf" target="_blank">Help Keep Coyotes Wild and People Safe​</a> brochure.<br></div></div><div class="ExternalClass112836A9F4004D49B5A4D6E994DE1DCA"><p>The first floor of Minnekhada Lodge is wheelchair accessible, although the washrooms are not. The pit toilet at Quarry Road is wheelchair access​​ible, but some may have difficulty along the narrow path to the toilet and at the lip at the door. The picnic area near the lodge does not have any accessible tables and the pit toilet is not wheelchair accessible.</p> <p>​Trail Accessibility:<br></p> <p>Lodge Trail is s​​urfaced with loose gravel and has one steep slope (18% for 12 m) plus additional steep slopes of 12%.</p> <p>​Meado​​w Trail  is surfaced with loose gravel and has some steep slopes (14.3% for 9.4 m). Roots, rocks, and other obstacles may create a barrier for some users.<br></p> <p>Mid-Marsh Trail has a packed gravel surface from the parking lot. There are rock stairs leading to the mid-marsh dyke. East of the marsh, the trail is dirt with rock, roots, and steep slopes.<br></p> <p>Quarry Trail is narrow with a packed gravel surface and rolling slopes on the west side of the marsh. On the northeast side, it is steep with a dirt surface containing roots and rocks. <br></p></div><div class="ExternalClass4BB8614E699F476DA7BAAAB83C937530"><div class="ExternalClass8D272EF6EEF64972AD6AFAB1075F5F67"><p> <a href="/school-programs/regional-parks">School Field Trips Information </a> <br> <a href="/services/regional-parks/park-programs">Workshops & Community Group Field Trips Information</a><br></p></div></div><div class="ExternalClass6BBF87518A944F1BA7DFC305506659A5"> <p><strong>Contact Us</strong> </p><p>The cal​​endar fills quickly so please plan to register two months in advance of your preferred date. <a href="/school-programs/regional-parks">Book online</a> or call 604-432-6359 for more information. </p></div><div class="ExternalClassEA5510314FC944FD9358C18646EF0BE4"><div> <div> <p><strong>Minnekhada Park Association</strong> is active​ly involved in this regional park. For information or to get involved visit their <a href="http://www.minnekhada.ca/" target="_blank">website</a> or contact the <a href="mailto:trina.sakata@metrovancouver.org">Community Development Coordinator</a> at 604-520-6442.</p><div class="ExternalClass7FE1AD28B56240BBB08B9AAFE6C7526C"> </div></div></div></div>

 

 

Hiking trails surround a large marsh and meander through conifer forests in Minnekhada Regional Park.https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/MIN_High%20Knoll%202_jpg.jpgHiking trails surround a large marsh and meander through conifer forests in Minnekhada Regional Park.
Minnekhada Regional Park protects wetland habitats for many wildlife species.https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/IMG_3766_JPG.jpgMinnekhada Regional Park protects wetland habitats for many wildlife species.
Western toads live in Minnekhada Regional Park and migrate between wetland and forest habitats.https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/MIN%20Toad%20w%20ferns_BB_jpg.jpgWestern toads live in Minnekhada Regional Park and migrate between wetland and forest habitats.
All Minnekhada Regional Park trails are pedestrian only.https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Minnekhada_0243_jpg.jpgAll Minnekhada Regional Park trails are pedestrian only.
Easier trails follow the marsh edge in Minnekhada Regional Park.https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Minnekhada_0374_jpg.jpgEasier trails follow the marsh edge in Minnekhada Regional Park.
More challenging trails in Minnekhada Regional Park lead to Low Knoll and High Knoll.https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Minnekhada_0315_jpg.jpgMore challenging trails in Minnekhada Regional Park lead to Low Knoll and High Knoll.
In Minnekhada Regional Park, some trails are rustic with rocky and uneven surfaces.https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Minnekhada_0401_jpg.jpgIn Minnekhada Regional Park, some trails are rustic with rocky and uneven surfaces.
At Minnekhada Regional Park, cycling is only permitted on Oliver Road which connects to adjacent Pitt River dykes; and on the paved driveway to the lodge.https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/IMG_4579_JPG.jpgAt Minnekhada Regional Park, cycling is only permitted on Oliver Road which connects to adjacent Pitt River dykes; and on the paved driveway to the lodge.
Minnekhada Regional Park is also home to historic Minnekhada Lodgehttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Minnekhada_0147_jpg.jpgMinnekhada Regional Park is also home to historic Minnekhada Lodge
Minnekhada Regional Park is scenic year round.https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Minnekhada_0391_jpg.jpgMinnekhada Regional Park is scenic year round.
Minnekhada Marsh, a vibrant wetland, in Minnekhada Regional Park.https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/MIN%20wetland_JPG.jpgMinnekhada Marsh, a vibrant wetland, in Minnekhada Regional Park.
Picnic Area near Minnekhada Lodge in Minnekhada Regional Park.https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/Minnekhada_0128_jpg.jpgPicnic Area near Minnekhada Lodge in Minnekhada Regional Park.
Licorice fern, Minnekhada Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/licorice%20fern%20in%20winter_jpg.jpgLicorice fern, Minnekhada Regional Park
Metro Vancouver park interpreters provide nature activities, guided walks and events year round at many sites, including Minnekhada Regional Park.https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/ParkPhotos/_t/welcome%20tent%20Melissa_jpg.jpgMetro Vancouver park interpreters provide nature activities, guided walks and events year round at many sites, including Minnekhada Regional Park.

 

 

 

 

Quarry Trail Conditions Quarry Trail Conditions <div class="ExternalClass2D4C6BF41B58473EAD52D5ACEBD39550"><p>​Due to storm damage, some sections of Quarry Trail are rough and uneven. Trail may be flooded at location shown on map, especially after heavy rainfall. Plans for repairs are underway but several permits are required before the work can proceed. Please follow posted safety signs; use extra caution; and consider other routes in poor weather conditions.<br></p></div>Minnekhada Regional Parksts4s://metrovancouver.org/attachmentUrl=https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/Lists/ParkAdvisories/Attachments/1451/MIN Quarry trail conditions_Nov2024_MAP.pdf
Expect heavy construction traffic along Oliver RdExpect heavy construction traffic along Oliver Rd<div class="ExternalClass3A45F63AE21B45B6B8A50AA2A9006C23"><div>​Visitors planning to use the Minnekhada Lodge Entrance should expect heavy construction traffic along Oliver Road. Be prepared to frequently meet large construction vehicles, such as dump trucks. Note: Oliver Road is narrow with few pullouts for passing. Please allow extra time to travel to the park, or consider using the Quarry Road Entrance.<br></div></div>Minnekhada Regional Park
Expect detours and delays in getting to the parkExpect detours and delays in getting to the park<div class="ExternalClassC6F03C26A8F746268A52B19B1A23674E"><div>​The City of Coquitlam is working on a major project that includes sewer system improvements, environmental enhancements, and transportation upgrades. Although Victoria Drive and Cedar Drive are primarily affected, visitors heading to the park should expect to encounter detours, delays, and significant increases in construction traffic on all routes to the park. Work is expected to be ongoing until 2025. Updates can be found at <a href="https://www.coquitlam.ca/920/Cedar-Drive-Upgrade-Project" target="_blank">Cedar Creek Upgrade Project</a>. For more information, email the Cedar Drive Project team at <a href="mailto:cedardrive@coquitlam.ca" target="_blank">​cedardrive@coquitlam.ca</a> or call 604-927-3515.<br></div></div>Minnekhada Regional Park

 

 

Minnekhada Regional Parkhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/PublishingImages/Logos/MinnekhadaRP.png, Minnekhadahttps://www.google.com/maps/place/Minnekhada+Regional+Park/@49.2997156,,-122.7089088,,464m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xeb5c6b5a68343357!8m2!3d49.2991699!4d-122.6990919, http://maps.google.ca/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=49.29306171540,+-122.70027301900&sll=49.12227,-122.300807&sspn=0.010588,0.027831&ie=UTF8&z=16https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/Documents/minnekhada-regional-park-map.pdf, https://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/documents/MinnekhadaParkMap.pdfhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/regional-parks/Documents/minnekhada-regional-park-brochure.pdf, Brochureregionalparks.info@metrovancouver.org604-520-6442Central Area Office

 

 

 

 

 

 

<div class="ExternalClass4BB8614E699F476DA7BAAAB83C937530"><div class="ExternalClass8D272EF6EEF64972AD6AFAB1075F5F67"><p> <a href="/school-programs/regional-parks">School Field Trips Information </a> <br> <a href="/services/regional-parks/park-programs">Workshops & Community Group Field Trips Information</a><br></p></div></div><div class="ExternalClass6BBF87518A944F1BA7DFC305506659A5"> <p><strong>Contact Us</strong> </p><p>The cal​​endar fills quickly so please plan to register two months in advance of your preferred date. <a href="/school-programs/regional-parks">Book online</a> or call 604-432-6359 for more information. </p></div><div class="ExternalClassEA5510314FC944FD9358C18646EF0BE4"><div> <div> <p><strong>Minnekhada Park Association</strong> is active​ly involved in this regional park. For information or to get involved visit their <a href="http://www.minnekhada.ca/" target="_blank">website</a> or contact the <a href="mailto:trina.sakata@metrovancouver.org">Community Development Coordinator</a> at 604-520-6442.</p><div class="ExternalClass7FE1AD28B56240BBB08B9AAFE6C7526C"> </div></div></div></div>

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