Travel Guide of Coquitlam in Canada by Influencers and Travelers
Coquitlam is a city in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia, Canada. Mainly suburban, Coquitlam is the sixth-largest city in the province, with a population of 148,625 in 2021, and one of the 21 municipalities comprising Metro Vancouver.
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The Best Things to Do and Visit in Coquitlam
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1 - Colony Farm Regional Park
6 km away
Colony Farm Regional Park is a park along the Coquitlam River in the Tri-Cities area of Metro Vancouver. It is 260 hectares in size. Colony Farm was once one of the most modern and productive working farms in Canada. Today, it provides important habitat for many animal species and over 200 bird species.
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2 - Minnekhada Regional Park
6 km away
Coquitlam Mountain is a mountain located in northeast Coquitlam, British Columbia, 6.2 km east of Coquitlam Lake and 9.7 km north of Minnekhada Regional Park.
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3 - Buntzen Lake
9 km away
Buntzen Lake is a 4.8 kilometres long lake in Anmore, British Columbia, Canada, in the Greater Vancouver area. It is named after the first general manager of the B.C. Electric Co., Johannes Buntzen. There is a smaller lake just to the north named McCombe Lake.
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4 - Sasamat Lake
8 km away
Sasamat Lake is located within Belcarra Regional Park in Port Moody, British Columbia. It is one of the warmest lakes in Greater Vancouver. At the south end of the lake there is a floating bridge, used for fishing or swimming. At the north end of the lake is White Pine Beach. Seasonal transit service is provided by TransLink to White Pine Beach.
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5 - Pitt River Bridge
6 km away
The Pitt River Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge that spans the Pitt River between Port Coquitlam and Pitt Meadows in British Columbia, Canada. The bridge is part of Highway 7, carrying Lougheed Highway across the river. The current bridge opened on October 4, 2009.
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6 - Port Coquitlam
Port Coquitlam is a city in British Columbia, Canada. Located 27 km east of Vancouver, it is on the north bank of the confluence of the Fraser River and the Pitt River.
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7 - Cypress Mountain
6 km away
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8 - Mount Seymour
16 km away
Mount Seymour is a mountain located in Mount Seymour Provincial Park in the District of North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
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9 - Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre
18 km away
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10 - Golden Ears Provincial Park
19 km away
Golden Ears Provincial Park is a Provincial park in British Columbia, Canada and is 555.9 square kilometres. It is named after the prominent twin peaks which are commonly referred to as Golden Ears.
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11 - North Vancouver
21 km away
The City of North Vancouver is a waterfront municipality on the north shore of Burrard Inlet, directly across from Vancouver, British Columbia. It is the smallest of the three North Shore municipalities, and the most urbanized as well.
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12 - Science World
23 km away
Science World is a science centre run by a not-for-profit organization of the same name in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
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13 - Vancouver Convention Centre
23 km away
The Vancouver Convention Centre is a convention centre in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; it is one of Canada's largest convention centres. With the opening of the new West Building in 2009, it now has 43,340 square metres of meeting space.
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14 - Pitt Lake
23 km away
Pitt Lake is the second-largest lake in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia. About 53.5 km² in area, it is about 25 km long and about 4.5 km wide at its widest. It is one of the world's relatively few tidal lakes, and among the largest.
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15 - Grouse Mountain
23 km away
Grouse Mountain is one of the North Shore Mountains of the Pacific Ranges in the District Municipality of North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
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16 - Canada Place
23 km away
Canada Place is a building situated on the Burrard Inlet waterfront of Vancouver, British Columbia. It is the home of the Vancouver Convention Centre, the Pan Pacific Vancouver Hotel, Vancouver's World Trade Centre, and the virtual flight ride FlyOver Canada.
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17 - Harbour Centre
23 km away
Harbour Centre is a skyscraper in the central business district of Downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada which opened in 1977.
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Coquitlam is the fifth most populated city in British Columbia, Canada.
This suburb of Vancouver is a gem to discover, although it is not a very touristic destination. Coquitlam is a city rich in culture and offers many recreational activities.
There are over 890 hectares of green space and over 80 parks and natural areas in Coquitlam, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. It also has a relaxed yet contemporary atmosphere and great shopping and dining opportunities.
For your entertainment, the Evergreen Cultural Center is a theater, art gallery, concert hall, and rehearsal space. There are even four art studios on site. The center opened in 1996 to showcase Coquitlam's diverse culture. Many festivals are also held at the Evergreen Cultural Center. The most popular is the Water's Edge Festival, a 25-hour continuous music festival.
Hard Rock Casino Vancouver is the largest casino in the province and, despite its name, it is located in Coquitlam, it also houses an entertainment venue, ideal for an evening of fun.
Not only can you walk around Lake Buntzen, but you can also enjoy a phenomenal view. The 2.9 miles (4.8 km) long lake is surrounded by a trail at an altitude of 328 feet (100 meters). The trail is 5 miles (8 km) in total and takes about 4-5 hours. Buntzen Lake is surrounded by beautiful nature and there are a number of other trails in the area that are not only suitable for hiking, but also for horseback riding and mountain biking. The hiking time on these trails varies from two to 12 hours.
Just outside of Coquitlam, along Sasamat Lake, you will find a few beaches that are popular with locals and tourists alike. They are located in Belcarra Regional Park and are accessible via Belcarra or Port Moody. Spend a pleasant day swimming, relaxing, doing nautical activities, and playing on the beach. If you prefer to fish, head south of the lake.
Come also to walk in the numerous parks of the city, Mundy Park, Como Lake Park, or Town Center Park, you will be spoiled for choice.
Frequently Asked Questions by Travelers planning a trip to Coquitlam
Vancouver and Coquitlam are very close to each other. The easiest way to go to Coquitlam is to take the WCE train or the Millenium Line subway, both take only 30 minutes.
While in Coquitlam, you should take the opportunity to travel to Vancouver. Both cities are known for their large green spaces. In Vancouver, go to Stanley Park and Queen Elizabeth Park, then go to the Vancouver Aquarium, ideal for family outings. For a shopping break, Granville Island Public Market is an ideal meeting place. Vancouver is a city with a rich heritage, so don't hesitate to discover the city by yourself.
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