Fraser
Valley

Farm fresh craft beer

Tucked between the Coast and Cascade mountain ranges, the Fraser Valley Ale Trail offers a mix of relaxing countryside, urban culture, and rugged backcountry beauty.

Located less than an hour’s drive east of Vancouver, the Fraser Valley is the largest agricultural region in British Columbia, making it the ideal place to experience authentic farm-fresh experiences. Get lost in berry patches and apple orchards, hike along scenic trails, visit a local farmer’s market or fill your belly with a farm-to-plate meal. You’ll also discover trendy restaurants and lounges, exciting sports venues, and unique shopping opportunities. Along the way, sample a wide variety of delicious, locally brewed craft beers.

Hops, which are a key ingredient in beer that provide bitterness, flavour, and aroma, have been grown in the Fraser Valley for more than a century. In the 1940s and 1950s, nearly 2,000 acres of hops were under cultivation there, drawing thousands of hop pickers during harvest time at the end of each summer. Gradually, the industry dwindled away, but recently, hop farming has returned to this fertile agricultural region — largely thanks to the growth of craft brewing there.

This tradition of farming is celebrated perfectly at Farmhouse Brewing in Chilliwack. Here you truly taste the terroir of the beer since the farm uses barley and hops they grow and harvest themselves. Old Yale Brewing‘s original location is tucked away in the verdant and fertile farmland of the Chilliwack River valley, while those seeking more of an urban experience can check out Bricklayer Brewing and Field House CHWK, both of which recently joined Flashback Brewing in downtown Chilliwack. The newest brewery on the scene is Sidekick Brewing, a riverfront brewery nestled below the beautiful Cheam Mountains in Chilliwack.

Abbotsford, the largest city in the Valley, is home to Ravens Brewing, an award-winning Indigenous-owned brewery, as well as the original Field House Brewing, which celebrates the local agricultural bounty both through its beers and its popular Canteen Kitchen. A nanobrewery called Canuck Empire Brewing can be found in Abbotsford’s U-District. And recently, Old Yale Brewing opened a new Abbotsford location.

Check out Mountainview Brewing in Hope, which was founded by a local couple who moved away for work but decided to return home and open a brewery of their own. Lying at the eastern edge of the Fraser Valley, Hope is a hub of highways that come and go from everywhere.

Exploring the Fraser Valley is all about following your thirst and making new discoveries.

Day 1

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Begin your ale-venture in Hope

Travel Info

Drive to Hope, an approximately 2.5 hour drive from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), or a 1 hour drive from Abbotsford International Airport (YXX), or 1 hour, 45 minutes from Bellingham, WA.

cafe
Hope Mountain Cafe
293 Wallace St, Hope, BC

Start your day with specialty coffees and breakfast sandwiches, or try one of their creative breakfast poutines. Dine in and take advantage of their outdoor patio and enjoy the view.

activity
Chainsaw Carving Walking Tour
919 Water Ave, Hope, BC

Pick up a self-guided tour map of Hope’s chainsaw carvings at the Hope Visitor Centre and explore the Chainsaw Carving Capital at your own pace.

cafe
Blue Moose Coffee House
322 Wallace St, Hope, BC

Fuel up at this cozy cafe with espresso drinks, baked goods, and classic cafe fare such as sandwiches, flatbreads, and salads.

activity
Hope Kayak & Paddle Board Rentals
22061 Lake Country Dr, Hope, BC

What better way to enjoy the beautiful Kawakawa Lake or Lake of the Woods than getting out on the water with a kayak or SUP rental. Life jackets are included with every rental.

brewery
390 Old Hope Princeton Way, Hope, BC

Fantastic beers brewed with fresh mountain water. Enjoy lunch from their full menu, and keep an eye out for seasonal specials. A fully vegan menu is also available.

activity
Hope Cinema
376 Wallace St, Hope, BC

Catch an evening movie at the historic Hope Cinema. Built in 1945, it’s one of the very few single-screen cinemas in operation today.

pub
Hope Local House - Silver Chalice Pub
19974 Silverview Rd, Hope, BC

Stop in at this historic local pub with a friendly atmosphere for a nightcap after a full day exploring Hope.

accommodation
Find a place to stay in Hope

Whether you’re planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area of Hope Cascades & Canyons has accommodations to fit every need! Cabins, vacation rentals, hotels, and campgrounds are available.

Day 2

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Travel west to experience Chilliwack

Travel Info

Drive to Chilliwack, approximately 30 minutes.

cafe
Little Beetle Coffee + Kitchen
44489 South Sumas Rd, Chilliwack, BC

Open for breakfast and lunch, this local spot boasts a large patio and vegan options to go with their locally-sourced menu items. Voted the No. 1 lunch restaurant in Chilliwack in 2023.

activity
Hike Teapot Hill at Cultus Lake

The most popular hike in Cultus Lake Park boasting stunning views of the lake and surrounding valley from the summit. Some very steep sections, so make sure you wear suitable footwear, and keep an eye out for tea pots hidden among the trees along the trail.

restaurant
Lakeside Beach Club
4131 Columbia Valley Rd, Cultus Lake, BC

A family friendly restaurant located in Cultus Lake, BC that emphasizes innovative food and drinks in a relaxed, beach-community atmosphere.

brewery
#106 - 45530 Vedder Mountain Rd, Chilliwack, BC

Sidekick is a riverfront brewery nestled below the Cheam Mountains in Chilliwack. Offering award-winning beers and known for their Detroit-style pizzas.

brewery
44550 S Sumas Rd #404, Chilliwack, BC

Old Yale has been blazing trails and brewing beer in Chilliwack since 1999. Now featuring a full menu of pub favourites available from their own converted airstream food truck that pair perfectly with the craft beers on tap.

tap-house
#101 - 45655 Tamihi Way, Chilliwack, BC

Serving farm-based BRGRs and a large selection of local craft beers. Vegan and Gluten Free options are available.

brewery
6385 Lickman Rd, Chilliwack, BC

Enjoy craft beer and wood-fired pizzas on this working farm in rural Chilliwack. Their food menu is sourced from local farmers and suppliers.

activity
Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve
5200 Sumas Prairie Rd, Chilliwack, BC

Explore the many trails and the observation tower in this reserve - one of the largest heron nesting colonies on the lower mainland. You can pair your visit with a walk along the Vedder River Rotary Trail.

4490 Boundary Road, Chilliwack, BC

A great place to go for a drink with friends or family. Offering cider, beer, kombucha, and craft sodas, a food truck on-site with a picnic style outdoor seating area. NOTE: be sure to check the website for seasonal closures.

brewery
#102-9251 Woolly Dog Alley, Chilliwack, BC

This exciting expansion brings the Field House Brewing brand to downtown Chilliwack.

brewery
46126 Yale Rd, Chilliwack, BC

Equal parts good, old-fashioned belonging and fresh, forward-thinking beer.

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District 1881
46140 Yale Rd, Chilliwack, BC

A walkable, heritage, cultural hub where locals and visitors come together. Eat, shop, work, relax, and celebrate with so many local businesses ready to welcome you.

brewery
#1 - 9360 Mill St, Chilliwack, BC

Fresh beer, old school values in a beautifully renovated downtown building.

activity
Chilliwack Art Trail

Chilliwack has a wide variety of creative and inspiring public art to discover, with new pieces being added all the time. It’s the perfect family friendly activity!

accommodation
Royal Hotel
45886 Wellington Ave., Chilliwack, BC

A charming heritage hotel located at the heart of Chilliwack. A window into the past while providing the modern traveler with all the comforts of home.

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Downtown Chilliwack is undergoing a revitalization, now known as District 1881, featuring The Local Space, Spruce Collective, Smoking Gun Coffee and Bow & Stern alongside Bricklayer Brewing and Field House CHWK. You could say it’s a hop-ening place!

For more outdoor adventures, try sturgeon fishing or visiting Bridal Falls. If stunning views are what you’re after, take in the scenery at Cheam Wetlands Regional Park — a 107-hectare park comprised of lake, marsh and forest.

Ready for a hot beverage? Be warmly greeted at a local cafe: try Harvest Café or Cedar and Moss Coffee.

Day 3

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Explore Abbotsford

Travel Info

Drive to Abbotsford, approximately 30 minutes.

restaurant
Ann Marie's Cafe
33771 George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford, BC

Ann Marie’s Cafe will take you back to simpler times with its 1950's diner style menu, décor, and service. Specializing in hamburgers, milkshakes, and their famous all day breakfast.

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Historic Downtown Abbotsford

After lunch spend some time wandering through the historic Downtown Abbotsford neighbourhood. You’ll find locally owned boutiques, fun restaurants, and amazing cafes and bakeries. Spend time browsing the expansive shelves at Hemingway’s Books & Records or sit down for a board game with friends at Boardwalk Café & Games.

brewery
2281 W Railway St, Abbotsford, BC

Field House brews a variety of their own unique beers as well as limited edition collaboration products with other breweries and wineries. Kids are welcome in their tasting room and a dog friendly patio make this a great stop for the whole family.

tap-house
33758 Essendene Ave, Abbotsford, BC

In Historic Downtown, BRGR BRGR has become the place for grabbing a mouth-watering burger, great beer, and more in a relaxed space with plentiful dietary options. Don’t forget to try the onion rings!

activity
Hike or Mountain Bike on Sumas Mountain

One of the most well-known mountains in the region.The popular Chadsey Lake hiking trail takes you past the scenic lake before reaching the top with an expansive view of the Fraser Valley.

brewery
37455 Kilgard Road, Abbotsford, BC

Focusing on European and West Coast style beers and respecting the ingredients traditionally found in these great brews, Ravens works with local growers and suppliers to craft great beers full of character and style. NOTE: Ravens' new tasting room and kitchen are under construction in their new location. For now, they are open for beer to go sales.

brewery
Unit C - 33797 King Road, Abbotsford, BC

Opened in 2022, a nano brewery with 10 taps and some great grilled cheese sandwiches! Limited hours but worth checking out.

brewery
1A - 30321 Fraser Hwy, Abbotsford, BC

Established in 2013 and reopened in 2018, Old Abbey Ales uses locally sourced ingredients to brew their award-winning small batches.

brewery
33738 Laurel Street, Abbotsford, BC

Located in beautiful and historic Downtown Abbotsford, Old Yale Brewing’s second home in the heart of the Fraser Valley is a craft brewery and kitchen with a spacious tasting room and patio. With 15 beers on tap along with a selection of wine, cider and craft cocktails plus a full menu featuring many of the Chilliwack brewery food truck favourites along with some new options, it's a great stop for dinner.

accommodation
Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre
36035 North Parallel Rd, Abbotsford, BC

Newly renovated and rebranded, the Clarion offers an excellent home base for all of your Fraser Valley adventures. Easily accessible from Highway 1, pool and fitness facilities, on site restaurant, and ample meeting space are just a few of the features.

Explore More

Looking for more suggestions? Explore Fraser Valley’s Circle Farm Tour – a road map that directs you to a variety of specialty farm-gate vendors, open air markets, charming eateries, heritage sites, fairs, and other special events. For events the rest of the year, try to catch a concert at the Abbotsford Centre.

If you are tempted to add one more stop to your itinerary, Langley’s Trading Post Brewing also has an Abbotsford Eatery location.

Abbotsford has an extensive selection of accommodation providers from hotels and inns to cozy bed and breakfasts. Find additional options for overnight stays at tourismabbotsford.ca.

cafe
Hope Mountain Cafe (Day 1)
293 Wallace St, Hope, BC
activity
Chainsaw Carving Walking Tour (Day 1)
919 Water Ave, Hope, BC
cafe
Blue Moose Coffee House (Day 1)
322 Wallace St, Hope, BC
activity
Hope Kayak & Paddle Board Rentals (Day 1)
22061 Lake Country Dr, Hope, BC
brewery
activity
Hope Cinema (Day 1)
376 Wallace St, Hope, BC
pub
Hope Local House - Silver Chalice Pub (Day 1)
19974 Silverview Rd, Hope, BC
cafe
Little Beetle Coffee + Kitchen (Day 2)
44489 South Sumas Rd, Chilliwack, BC
activity
Hike Teapot Hill at Cultus Lake (Day 2)
restaurant
Lakeside Beach Club (Day 2)
4131 Columbia Valley Rd, Cultus Lake, BC
brewery
#106 - 45530 Vedder Mountain Rd, Chilliwack, BC
brewery
44550 S Sumas Rd #404, Chilliwack, BC
tap-house
#101 - 45655 Tamihi Way, Chilliwack, BC
activity
Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve (Day 2)
5200 Sumas Prairie Rd, Chilliwack, BC
brewery
poi
District 1881 (Day 2)
46140 Yale Rd, Chilliwack, BC
brewery
activity
Chilliwack Art Trail (Day 2)
accommodation
Royal Hotel (Day 2)
45886 Wellington Ave., Chilliwack, BC
restaurant
Ann Marie's Cafe (Day 3)
33771 George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford, BC
poi
Historic Downtown Abbotsford (Day 3)
tap-house
activity
Hike or Mountain Bike on Sumas Mountain (Day 3)
brewery
brewery
brewery
1A - 30321 Fraser Hwy, Abbotsford, BC
brewery
accommodation
Clarion Hotel and Conference Centre (Day 3)
36035 North Parallel Rd, Abbotsford, BC
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Tourism Abbotsford

Abbotsford is located 60 minutes east of Vancouver, situated between the Fraser River and the US border. Nestled in the Fraser Valley with the Cascade Mountains as its backyard, Abbotsford offers diverse activities and attractions against a backdrop of mountains and farmland. Tour our craft breweries and wineries or explore the countryside on the Circle Farm Tour. Let the kids loose at Castle Fun Park or take enjoy time in the rugged backcountry on Sumas Mountain. Discover our shopping and dining scene, or explore Historic Downtown.

Tourism Chilliwack

Chilliwack is a vibrant community; rich in history, outdoor adventures and farm experiences. Come wander the great outside on one of our numerous hikes, spend an afternoon golfing with friends, or fish along the mighty Fraser River. Immerse yourself by learning about the food we grow, the artists we cultivate, the surrounding agriculture, boutique shops, farm stands and festivals all within a breathtaking backdrop, and only a couple hours from Vancouver. Discover independent retailers and farmers who genuinely care and immerse yourself in history and respect of the land with the Sto:lo First Nation. Sample our local breweries, challenge yourself with our outdoor adventures and experience the great outside.

Tourism Hope

Between the Coast Mountain Range and the Cascade Mountain Range, this hub of southern BC highways makes Hope a readily accessible destination from which to explore some of the most beautiful and dramatic BC wilderness. Within a half hour drive, there are awe-inspiring desert canyons, vast stands of coastal rainforest, rugged snow capped mountains, expansive alpine meadows and fast-flowing rivers

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