Ale Trails
The best way to experience BC? Follow the beer.
The BC Ale Trail connects you to 200+ craft breweries across 22 self-guided regional trails, each one celebrating a different corner of British Columbia. Whether you’re a seasoned beer enthusiast or just curious about what’s brewing in your own backyard, every trail is designed to go beyond the pint, featuring local restaurants, shops, outdoor adventures, accommodations, and the small businesses and communities that give each region its character.
Many of these trails also lead you straight to the source. From hop farms and orchards to farmers markets and farm-to-glass breweries and cideries, BC’s craft beer scene is deeply tied to the land it comes from. Follow the Ale Trail and you’ll find agritourism experiences woven into the journey, offering a closer look at the ingredients, growers, and producers behind every pour.
Let the BC Ale Trail be your ultimate guide to experiencing new destinations, one pint at a time.
Ready to hit the trail? Download the BC Ale Trail mobile app to take your journey on the road — and earn rewards as you go!
From rugged central interior forests to sun-drenched semi-desert valleys, the Cariboo Ale Trail winds through some of BC’s most diverse and dramatic scenery — with great craft beer waiting in Quesnel, Williams Lake, 100 Mile House, and Lillooet.
Community craft breweries abound from Cowichan’s warm climate and agricultural heritage to Nanaimo’s urban, maritime vibe and the tranquil beaches of Parksville Qualicum Beach
The cities of Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Harrison River Valley and Hope offer a mix of relaxing countryside, urban culture, and rugged backcountry beauty. Their hop growing history is reflected in diverse craft breweries.
Greater Victoria is home to Canada’s first brewpub and some of British Columbia’s most popular breweries. Venture beyond — visit nearby Sooke or hop a ferry to explore the Southern Gulf Islands. Unique experiences are waiting in Greater Victoria!
This region’s craft beer scene dates back 25 years, and a recent surge of new breweries and its own annual beer festival has given it fresh energy.
Spectacular parks, hot springs and hiking trails, as well as several alpine resorts make the towns of Creston, Fernie, Cranbrook, Invermere, Kimberley, Radium Hot Springs, Golden and Revelstoke a Utopia for wilderness explorers and craft beer lovers.
Discover forests, mountains, pristine lakes and rivers, hot springs and waterfalls as you explore craft breweries in Rossland, Trail, Castlegar, Robson, Nelson, Kaslo and Nakusp.
Langley has always rewarded bold adventurers. Explore the communities of Langley City, Langley Township, Aldergrove, Walnut Grove, and Fort Langley.
Tucked between the Golden Ears Mountains and the Fraser River, Maple Ridge is a scenic, forested community with a remarkable natural beauty — and a bounty of craft breweries.
The four municipalities of New Westminster, Burnaby, Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam are aligned in many ways — not just by geography, but also through their bustling craft breweries.
Prepare to be awed by the vast geography of rugged mountains, pristine lakes, and rolling prairies alongside the craft breweries of Prince Rupert, Kitimat, Terrace, Smithers, Prince George, Dawson Creek, and Fort St. John.
Vancouver Island is a big place, home to diverse landscapes and an assortment of excellent craft breweries in the communities of the Comox Valley, Campbell River and Port McNeil.
The Pacific Rim region, encompassing Port Alberni, Ucluelet and Tofino, is known for its ancient rainforest, abundant marine life, and ferocious winter squalls; it’s here that the storm-watching trend originated.
Between the beaches, vineyards, vistas, and craft breweries, this small city is definitely one of BC’s best-kept secrets, and a place you’ll want to visit year-round.
With multiple unique breweries on Brewers Row, beer lovers agree that Port Moody is anything but sleepy—it’s a craft beer destination.
The Sea to Sky Ale Trail is where mountains meet the ocean, and craft beer brings adventurers together in Squamish, Whistler, and Pemberton.
Richmond, Delta, Surrey, and White Rock are distinct communities linked by their locations south of the Fraser River. These good neighbours have much in common, yet they also have their own unique stories to share.
From Merritt up to Kamloops, across to Salmon Arm, and then down to Vernon, the craft breweries on this ale trail reflect the geographic diversity of the region with their own individual approaches.
Winter doesn’t slow anyone down in this wonderland of outdoor and urban activities. Explore the communities of Merritt, Kamloops, Salmon Arm, and Vernon in the snowy season.
This is the West Coast beyond compare. On BC’s southwest coast lies a hidden paradise of coastal geography awaiting discovery — along with some of the province’s most distinctive breweries in Gibsons, Sechelt and Powell River.
Vancouver’s craft beer scene runs deep — from historic Brewery Creek to the Yeast Van corridor of East Vancouver. Plan your 5-day craft beer itinerary across BC’s most walkable brewing destination.
Nowhere better natured! Vancouver’s North Shore delivers fresh adventures in every season. After a day outside, choose from ten breweries to make your perfect après stop.