Langley
Ale Trail
Langley has always rewarded bold adventurers. Explore the communities of Langley City, Langley Township, Aldergrove, Walnut Grove, and Fort Langley.
Langley offers adventurers a tantalizing mix of urban and rural experiences, reflected by its local breweries through their bold and creative beer and food menus, which often incorporate local ingredients or historic themes in their brands. Located in the heart of the Fraser Valley, yet still an easy drive from Vancouver or the border, this ale trail encompasses Langley City and Langley Township as well as several local communities, including Aldergrove, Walnut Grove, and Fort Langley.
Camp Beer Co. in Langley, BC
Day 1
Begin your journey in historic Fort Langley
Travel Info
Drive to Langley, an approximately 1 hour drive from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), 25 minutes from Abbotsford International Airport (YXX), or 50 minutes from Bellingham, WA.
Blacksmith is an artisan bakeshop, cafe and pizzeria located in Fort Langley, built on the original site of Reid’s Blacksmith Shop, circa 1910. The Bakery creates real food using traditional artisanal methods, baked fresh daily, on-site, in the open kitchen using locally sourced and seasonal ingredients.
Local craft beer, fresh food, and a friendly and inviting atmosphere for the community to gather. Open for lunch and dinner.
The original Fort Langley was a bustling Hudson’s Bay Company trading post, built at Derby Reach in 1827. Walk or cycle between the two forts along the Fort to Fort Trail. Tackling the whole trail can take up to 4 hours but you can take on just a portion and enjoy sights along the Fraser River.
Rising from the mist of the Fraser River, the palisades of Fort Langley stand tall. Inside the walls, rough-hewn timber buildings recreate the rugged 1800s. See where Hudson’s Bay Company fur traders mingled with California gold prospectors and hear First Nations interpreters tell century-old tales.
The tasting room boasts a full kitchen that prepares dishes that pair perfectly with our quality beers and cask-conditioned ales.
A welcoming tasting room with a view of the brewery featuring over 20 taps of award winning craft beer, delicious locally sourced eats made fresh in-house, including mouth watering pizza, and a spacious dog-friendly patio.
Sabà is a family-owned business operating under two roofs where culture, cuisine and community come together. Inspired by the colours and flavours of the Mediterranean and the Middle East, their ingredient-forward menu is a carefully crafted balance of local, seasonal flavours.
The creators of Smugglers Trail Caskworks have taken their love for food, beer and everything in between to craft a menu full of seasonal, fresh ingredients. From craft cocktails to to die for pizzas, and of course a tap list full of your Smugglers' favourites, you can always get a good meal at the Trails End.
Come enjoy a glass or flight of wine and snacks curated with a focus on fresh, local, in-season ingredients.
Unwind, and enjoy Langley’s warm hospitality. When it’s time to rest your head, our hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts, and rustic campsites for a night under the stars look forward to welcoming you. From large hotel brands to smaller economical hosts, our accommodation providers are sure to exceed all traveler expectations.
Explore More
Come stroll around and visit the unique shops, cafes and restaurants in the Village of Fort Langley. If you’re a history buff, be sure to explore the Fort Langley National Historic Site, a former trading post of the Hudson’s Bay Company.
Beyond beer, the Township of Langley is also home to nine wineries, a cidery and a distillery where you can see the crops grown that result in the delicious “farm to bottle” product.
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Langley is the Fraser Valley’s premier wine and libations destination, and home of historical Fort Langley; the birthplace of British Columbia. You’ll also discover authentic farm experiences, beautiful parks and trails, trendy restaurants & lounges, exciting sport venues, unique shopping, and so much more.
Centrally located in the heart of BC’s Lower Mainland, Langley City offers easy market access, affordable housing, a supportive community, and all the amenities of a Metro Vancouver Regional City Centre. Langley City is central to a variety of attractions, events, and recreational opportunities that attract people from across the region.