City Bike Routes
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CITY BIKE ROUTES Our Biking Guide. #SHARECHILLIWACK tourismchilliwack.com Explore on two wheels. CHILLIWACK Ts’elxwéyeqw (Ch-ihl-kway-uhk) means as far as you can go upstream in a canoe or “slough at the top of the head”; “going into a slough from the river at the top of the head,” referring to the many sloughs at the mouth of the Chilliwack River where it flows out of the valley and leads to the Fraser River. STO:LO-COAST SALISH CULTURAL LANDSCAPE The traditional language of Stó:lō in the Central and Upper Fraser Valley is Halq’eméylem. Biking provides a way of respectfully exploring and experiencing S’ólh Téméxw – “Our World” or “Our S’ólh Téméxw, our land, is an Land” – an interconnected place of people, nature, geography, and history. There is much to learn and benefit from experiencing interconnected place of people, the great outdoors and deep Stó:lō connections to the land and resources – a cultural landscape including the transformations of nature, geography and history. Xexá:ls “the Transformers,” snoweyelh “laws of the land,” sxexó:mes “gifts of the Creator” – and our rich cultural traditions. Welcome to Ts’elxwéyeqw. VEDDER ROTARY LOOP VALLEY RAIL TRAIL CANYON TO COAST DOWNTOWN CHILLIWACK 21 KM 2.3 KM 18 KM The Vedder Rotary Loop is The Valley Rail Trail extends The Canyon to Coast trail is Downtown Chilliwack is the a beautiful trail runs along from Luckakuck Way north a portion of the Experience commercial and historic core the north and south sides of over the Trans-Canada Highway the Fraser Trail that is a of the city and is located on the the Vedder River. Great for and Chilliwack Creek to Airport recreational, cultural and north side of the Trans-Canada running, biking, walking Road. Following an existing heritage project that extends Highway. With over 300 locally and horseback riding, many railway, the trail provides along the Lower Fraser River owned and operated businesses, outdoor enthusiasts find this cyclists of all abilities with a Corridor connecting Hope to the area offers an array of spe- trail wonderful not only for protected cycling trail that the Salish Sea. The Canyon to cialized products and services in the scenery but for the great connects the north and south Coast portion of the trail runs the heritage area of Downtown accessibility to the sides of the highway. through Chilliwack for 18km Chilliwack. While you cycle, stop Vedder River. from Island 22 to the Ferry for some delicious baked goods, Island Provincial Park. lunch or shopping! SAFE CYCLING PRINCIPLES PAVEMENT MARKINGS ROAD SIGNS Rules of the road. Please follow the rules of the road. People who cycle have the These markings and signs help to direct same rights and responsibilities as drivers. The motor vehicle The British Columbia Motor Vehicle Act cyclists along recommended routes and remind drivers that there are more likely act and City by-laws also apply to people who cycle. Visit states that cyclists have the same rights and duties as a motor vehicle driver. to be cyclists along the route. safercity.ca and chilliwack.com to learn more. 5 PRINCIPLES OF SAFE CYCLING 1 Know and obey the rules of the road 2 Maintain your bicycle & ensure it is in good working order Scan the road behind: These signs help to direct cyclists along recom- 3 Be as visible as possible to others • Shoulder check regularly and mended routes and remind drivers that there 4 Learn the skills you need to control your bike use a mirror to monitor traffic. Bicycle Indicates a Elephants feet/ are more likely to be cyclists along the route. 5 Cycle in traffic safely and predictably • Be prepared to q for safety. bicycle route or lane. White Squares at Crosswalks Shared Roadways Use appropriate lane: When a Shared- Cyclists and motorists share the roadway. Bicycle Box • Do not ride in a right-turn-only lane, Use Path crosses These routes are marked with blue or green bike Indicates where an intersection, route signs or painted markings on the roadway. if you are going through. people cycling should • Move into a through lane early. Special the crosswalk may Use lights at night Reserved Lane be lined with white position themselves at When visibility is poor, use a strong white headlight and Indicates a reserved squares. These a red signal, allowing Be careful at intersections: lane for the devices squares identify them to turn left, red taillight. Use bike reflectors and reflective clothing. Shared-Use Paths • Most accidents occur at intersections. noted on associated shared bicycle and right, or go straight • Vehicles making turns are particularly signs or pavement pedestrian crossings in advance of other Paved off-street paths made for many activities. dangerous. markings. When and may be controlled vehicles. You can bike, walk, run, and more, except where • Make eye contact with drivers. combined with a by a pedestrian walk otherwise indicated by signage. Cyclists and Obey traffic signs & signals Green Bike Boxes • Your bike is allowed to take the whole bicycle this symbol light or traffic signal. pedestrians share the pathway. Cyclists must In order to be taken seriously and be safe, painted in a driving lane if that is the safest thing to do. indicates a dedicated yield to pedestrians. cyclists must obey the rules of the road. bicycle lane. On Your Bike lane allow cyclists to • There is no need do two things: Be aware of car doors: to dismount your 1) Pull in front of • Vehicle occupants may bike to cross. waiting traffic Pedestrians & buses unexpectedly open doors. • At the crosswalk at a signalized SHARED-USE PATH ETIQUETTE • If you see people in a parked car, intersection, making Yield to all pedestrians at intersections and zebra-marked bike Sharrow with pedestrian light: Be respectful: Share the path / Keep right ride a door width away. cyclists more visible path crossings. Yield to a bus when it is leaving a stop. (Shared Roadway) press the pedestrian Be courteous: Pass on the left / Ring bell to pass / Slow down: Indicates a roadway walk button. Cross and giving them a head start when turning always slow down and provide ample space when passing others. Plan your route: shared with motor when clear to do so. vehicles. The arrow • At a crosswalk or going straight. • Try several routes to find one that 2) Make safe turns feels the most comfortable. shows where people without a pedestrian Stay off sidewalk cycling should light: yield to cars and by using it as a Bike • Allow extra time on an unfamiliar route. Riding on sidewalks is illegal and dangerous. generally position pedestrians before Turn Box. Only ride on a sidewalk where permitted by signs. themselves entering the roadway When stopped at an Year round cycling: and cross when it’s intersection, do not • Take extra care in slippery conditions. safe to do so. stop on the x. • Plan for sudden weather changes and adjust your route and speed. Use hand signals 2 Signal all turns and stops ahead of time, shoulder check Ride in a straight line: 1 then make your intended move when it is safe. Green Paint • Ride at least 1m from the curb, Dismount This sign is used This sign is used The reserved Highlights potential so you can move around hazards. and Walk in situations to warn cyclists lane sign is used conflict areas with These signs are where roads and motorists only where the • Do not dodge between parked cars. motor vehicles. Turning Left used at come have unusual that cyclists bicycle lane has Commonly used along using a Bike Box crossing points characteristics. are allowed full been painted Be Careful with Children: protected bike lanes 1) Go straight through on Shared- These include use of the lane on the road, • There is not approved standard or at intersections the intersection when Use Paths, but narrow lanes, ahead and to along with regulation for child carriers. and driveways. the signal is green and wait in the turn box. may also be poor visibility, warn motorists bicycle symbol • Everyone, including children, 2) Proceed left across used where a changes to that the lane pavement LEFT-HAND TURN STOP RIGHT-HAND TURN should wear a helmet. the intersection when Protected Bike the roadway is too narrow markings. There the signal changes. Lane ends. alignment or for side by side is no bicycle where a reserved operation. parking allowed bicycle lane in bicycle lanes. ends. Signal your turn Signal before you want to change lanes by using hand Helmets Cyclists are required by law to wear an approved helmet. In the event of a Bike Lanes and Roundabouts Roundabouts are single- signals or pointing. Go slow when you turn, especially if the road is wet. crash, a helmet will greatly reduce your chances of a serious brain injury. A helmet file, share the road intersections. Bike lanes end prior to should have CSA, ANSI, ASTM, or SNELL standards approval clearly designated roundabouts – vehicles and cyclists merge to form a single on it. Hockey or other types of sports helmets are not legal for cycling. lane of traffic. Or cyclists can choose to dismount and walk on sidewalks and marked crosswalks. Gravel Path Major Street – Bicycle Lane Paved Path Public Washroom Bike Shop Hospital Legend Highway 1 Major Street – Share Lane Neighbourhood Street Bikeway Water Bus Exchange Routes Trails Major Roads Rivers/Creeks a Forest Service Recreation Sites: Place of Interest Prov Par RECREATIONAL ROUTES a ra lsbc.ca First Nation’s History arks.ca DOWNTOWN CHILLIWACK 1 Valley Rail Trail 2.3 KM LegendSTRATHCONA RD Major Highways Forest Service Roads The Great Trail FRASER RIVER 2 Vedder Rotary Loop 21 KM 59 YOUNG RD YOUNG 8 Canyon to Coast 18 KM TO HARRISON HOT SPRINGS TO HOPE 8 WILLIAMS RD WILLIAMS HOPE RIVER RD AM RD BERKLEY AVE MENZIES ST BALL 91 CHEN RD T AST TRAIL YALE RD KI O 67 CLARKE DR O C EAST–WEST ROUTES 8 84 8 ON T CANY CHEAM LAKE Yarrow 9.9 KM WELLINGTON AVE PORTAGE AVE The Great Trail 10 88 Start your trip at No.