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Minnekhada Regional ParkMinnekhada Regional Park246192924http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/PublishingImages/Minnekhada.jpg<div class="ExternalClass95B4267364DF41D7B9764A6F229EFB05"><p>Forest, marsh and rocky outcrops make this regional park a gem to explore any time of year. The network of quiet trails are great places to hike and watch for wildlife. It is also home to Minnekhada Lodge, a 1930s country estate with spectacular views of the Pitt River.</p></div>

 

 

Hiking trails surround a large marsh and meander through conifer forests in Minnekhada Regional Park.http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/MIN_High%20Knoll%202_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4317&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosHiking trails surround a large marsh and meander through conifer forests in Minnekhada Regional Park.
Minnekhada Regional Park protects wetland habitats for many wildlife species.http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/IMG_3766_JPG.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4318&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosMinnekhada Regional Park protects wetland habitats for many wildlife species.
Western toads live in Minnekhada Regional Park and migrate between wetland and forest habitats.http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/MIN%20Toad%20w%20ferns_BB_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4319&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosWestern toads live in Minnekhada Regional Park and migrate between wetland and forest habitats.
All Minnekhada Regional Park trails are pedestrian only.http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/Minnekhada_0243_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4320&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosAll Minnekhada Regional Park trails are pedestrian only.
Easier trails follow the marsh edge in Minnekhada Regional Park.http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/Minnekhada_0374_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4321&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosEasier trails follow the marsh edge in Minnekhada Regional Park.
More challenging trails in Minnekhada Regional Park lead to Low Knoll and High Knoll.http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/Minnekhada_0315_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4322&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosMore challenging trails in Minnekhada Regional Park lead to Low Knoll and High Knoll.
In Minnekhada Regional Park, some trails are rustic with rocky and uneven surfaces.http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/Minnekhada_0401_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4323&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosIn Minnekhada Regional Park, some trails are rustic with rocky and uneven surfaces.
At Minnekhada Regional Park, cycling is only permitted on Oliver Road which connects to adjacent Pitt River dykes; and on the paved driveway to the lodge.http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/IMG_4579_JPG.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4324&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosAt Minnekhada Regional Park, cycling is only permitted on Oliver Road which connects to adjacent Pitt River dykes; and on the paved driveway to the lodge.
Minnekhada Regional Park is also home to historic Minnekhada Lodgehttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/Minnekhada_0147_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4325&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosMinnekhada Regional Park is also home to historic Minnekhada Lodge
Minnekhada Regional Park is scenic year round.http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/Minnekhada_0391_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4332&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosMinnekhada Regional Park is scenic year round.
Minnekhada Marsh, a vibrant wetland, in Minnekhada Regional Park.http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/MIN%20wetland_JPG.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4327&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosMinnekhada Marsh, a vibrant wetland, in Minnekhada Regional Park.
Picnic Area near Minnekhada Lodge in Minnekhada Regional Park.http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/Minnekhada_0128_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4331&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosPicnic Area near Minnekhada Lodge in Minnekhada Regional Park.
Licorice fern, Minnekhada Regional Parkhttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/licorice%20fern%20in%20winter_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4329&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosLicorice fern, Minnekhada Regional Park
Metro Vancouver park interpreters provide nature activities, guided walks and events year round at many sites, including Minnekhada Regional Park.http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/_t/welcome%20tent%20Melissa_jpg.jpghttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPhotos/Forms/DispForm.aspx?ID=4330&RootFolder=/services/parks/ParksPhotosMetro Vancouver park interpreters provide nature activities, guided walks and events year round at many sites, including Minnekhada Regional Park.

 

 

 

 

Minnekhada Regional ParkMinnekhada Regional Park-122.70791149.300072https://www.google.com/maps/place/Minnekhada+Regional+Park/@49.2997156,,-122.7089088,,464m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0xeb5c6b5a68343357!8m2!3d49.2991699!4d-122.6990919, http://maps.google.ca/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=49.29306171540,+-122.70027301900&sll=49.12227,-122.300807&sspn=0.010588,0.027831&ie=UTF8&z=16http://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPublications/MinnekhadaParkMap.pdfhttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/PublishingImages/Logos/MinnekhadaRP.png, Minnekhadahttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPublications/MIN_RP_Trail_Brochure.pdf, Brochure

 

 

 

 

 

 

Park entrance on Oliver Rd CLOSED to vehicles MARCH 28<div class="ExternalClassEB16E04D96794F7B93F4532E943822A5"><p>​To conduct repairs on the entrance gate, there will no vehicle access to the park along Oliver Road on Tuesday, March 28. Please use the Quarry Road Entrance. The work is expected to take until mid-afternoon. Thanks for your cooperation.<br></p></div>True
Minnekhada Lodge closures for filming, fall 2022 – spring 2023<div class="ExternalClass4DA00C70DD5C4076B54ABFAA60A7A6DE"><div>Minnekhada Lodge has been booked for a significant amount of filming over the next six months. Filming is weather-dependent so closures will be intermittent. During filming closures, visitors will not be able to access the lodge or the areas around it <span>(</span><a href="/services/parks/Documents/min_partialclosure_map_09feb2023.pdf" target="_blank">see map</a><span>)</span>. Please follow closure signage and directions from on-site personnel. Thanks for your cooperation.<br></div></div>True
Expect detours and delays in getting to the park<div class="ExternalClassC6F03C26A8F746268A52B19B1A23674E"> <div>​The City of Coquitlam is working on a major project that includes sewer system improvements, environmental enhancements, and transportation upgrades. Although Victoria Drive and Cedar Drive are primarily affected, visitors heading to the park should expect to encounter detours, delays, and significant increases in construction traffic on all routes to the park. Work is expected to be ongoing until late 2023. Updates can be found at <a href="https://www.coquitlam.ca/920/Cedar-Drive-Upgrade-Project" target="_blank">Cedar Creek Upgrade Project</a>. For more information, email the Cedar Drive Project team at cedardrive@coquitlam.ca or call 604-927-3515.<br></div> </div>True

 

 

 

 

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