WALKit
Walking is a great way to get around, explore our city, and help achieve your fitness goals. Join us for a walk, or use our web map to explore new pedestrian routes in your neighbourhood!
Get moving, meet new people, and learn about various areas and topics of interest through the WALKit program. We offer free guided walks for:
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Ages 55+: Wednesdays, year-round
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All ages: Every other Saturday between May and October
Can't meet up? Use our interactive WALKit Web Map to explore pedestrian routes across Surrey.
This program is one of six partnering organizations of the Surrey Intercultural Seniors Social Inclusion Partnership Network funded by the Employment and Social Development of Canada under the New Horizons for Seniors Program.
WALKit Activity Program: 55+
Join us for our group walks on Wednesdays to work on mobility, meet new people, and chat about different points of interest along the way. Hosted year-round.
South Surrey Nature Walk
June 7 at 10:00 to 11:30am
South Surrey Recreation and Arts Centre
Join us on this local nature walk of the historic Semiahmoo Trail.
Clayton Nature Walk
June 14 at 10:00 to 11:30am
Clayton Community Centre
Nestled in beautiful Clayton Park, this walk offers the combination of nature, recreation, and sport. Key highlights to explore include, the Ready, Set, Grow! Community Garden, and the historic Clayton Hall.
Cloverdale Urban Walk
June 21 at 10:00 to 11:30am
Cloverdale Community Centre
Join us as we step back in time and explore history, the present, and the future! Several highlights on this route include Clova Theater built in 1946, Museum of Surrey, and the BC Truck Museum.
Tynehead Regional Park Walk
June 28 at 10:00 to 11:30am
Tynehead Regional Park
Experience nature and ecology as you explore one of the local parks in Guildford. This walk includes the Tynehead Hatchery, wildlife unique to this area, and poetry signs throughout the park.
Fraser Heights Walk
July 5 at 10:00 to 11:30am
Fraser Heights Recreation Centre
Join us on this local urban and nature walk that highlights community services and programs. Learn about the history of Fraser Heights and explore local landmarks such as Fraser Heights Park and Fraserglen Park.
Kwomais Nature Walk
July 12 at 10:00 to 11:30am
Kwomain Point Park
Experience nature and history as you explore one of the local parks and neighbourhoods in South Surrey. Some key points of interest on this walk will include, a labyrinth and the Ocean Park Hall built in 1925.
City Centre Urban Walk
July 19 at 10:00 to 11:30am
Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre
Join us on a walk through Holland Park, the "Central Park" of Surrey Civic Centre. There will also be a guided tour of City Hall and a social gathering time at the Senior's Lounge at Chuck Bailey Recreation Centre.
Bakerview Urban Walk
July 26 at 10:00 to 11:30am
Bakerview Park
Join us on this local urban walk that will highlight local community services, programs, and businesses. Explore local landmarks such as the Semiahmoo Library and police station “living wall”.
Newton Walk
August 2 at 10:00 to 11:30am
Unwin Park
Join us on this local urban and nature walk that will highlight local community services, and programs. Explore the trails in Unwin Park and learn more about the Garden of Generations.
Kwomais Nature Walk
August 9 at 10:00 to 11:30am
Kwomais Point Park
Experience nature and history as you explore one of the local parks and neighbourhoods in South Surrey. Some key points of interest on this walk will include, a labyrinth and the Ocean Park Hall built in 1925.
Fleetwood Walk
August 16 at 10:00 to 11:30am
Fleetwood Community Centre
Join us on this local nature and urban walk that will highlight local community services and programs. Learn about the history of Francis Park and explore local landmarks such as the gardens and labyrinth in Fleetwood Park.
Tynehead Regional Park Walk
August 23 at 10:00 to 11:30am
Tynehead Regional Park
Experience nature and ecology as you explore one of the local parks in Guildford. This walk includes the Tynehead Hatchery, wildlife unique to this area, and poetry signs throughout the park.
South Surrey Nature Walk
August 30 at 10:00 to 11:30am
South Surrey Recreation and Arts Centre
Join us on this local nature walk of the historic Semiahmoo Trail. During the walk, learn about the services at the South Surrey Recreation and Arts Centre.
WALKit Activity Program: All Ages
Surrey offers more than 800 parks—200 with amenities for people and 600 more to protect natural areas, open space, and biodiversity. Join us to explore some of these parks in your community. Offered between May and October.
Upcoming Walks
Surrey Lake Nature Walk
June 10 at 10:00am-11:30am
Walk at the scenic natural area featuring a large, human-made lake. Explore the nature trail and possibly see frogs, salmon, ducks, eagles, deer, and more!
Redwood Park
June 24 at 10:00am-11:30am
Walk in one of Surrey's most spectacular nature destinations! Explore the peaceful forest of tall trees, including the mature Sierra Redwoods.
Bear Creek Park
July 8 at 10:00am-11:30am
Walk in one of Surrey's most popular parks. Explore the nature trails that wind through meadows and forests. Lookout for owls, eagles, ducks, aquatic insects, frogs, and salamanders.
Crescent Park
July 22 at 10:00am-11:30am
Walk through the mature second growth forests. See ponds and streams and many species of birds, ducks, and kingfishers.
Green Timbers
August 12 at 10:00am-11:30am
Join us for an urban forest walk at the birthplace of reforestation in B.C. Learn more about the Surrey Nature Centre, and explore Green Timbers Lake.
Sunnyside Acres
August 26 at 10:00am-11:30am
Join us for a walk in one of the first dedicated urban forest parks in Canada. Explore the nature trails where we will see plenty of plant and animal life and learn about Sunnyside Acres Heritage Society.
WALKit Web Map
Use the web map to get a detailed overview of pedestrian routes across Surrey, including routes that are age friendly. Plan your preferred route and enjoy a stroll outdoors. You can meet new people, get some fresh air and exercise.
How to Use the Map
Zoom in and out
Zoom the map in (objects appear larger), or zoom the map out (objects appear smaller). Alternatively you can use two fingers on a smart phone or other touch screen device to zoom in or out.
Locate me
Orients your current location to the center of the map. You may be prompted to allow experience.arcgis.com to know your location. Select Allow if you want the map to locate you.
Search
Type in things to search and pick from the list of suggestions provided. For example: type in Newton to see options to choose from. Map will zoom to selected item.
Layers/Legend
See the Layer List or the Legend. The Layer List provides four layers of information on the map that a you can toggle on or off. The Legend describes content of map.
Toggle Aerial
Change the background of the map between map view or aerial photo view.
Draw
Create simple markup graphics in the form of points, lines and polygons and choose from a variety of colours and templates. You can also display measurements with your choice of units. These graphics will remain on the app until the browser is closed/refreshed.
Print the current map view by connecting the app to your local printer or saving the image as a file on your mobile device.
Leave Feedback About Your Walking Route
Leave feedback about your walking experience and report a problem if your walk was not satisfactory. Click on the arrow button on the left side of the screen to view the feedback form. Your feedback could help prioritize future route improvements.
About this Project
This project is made possible through the Surrey Intercultural Senior Social Inclusion Partnership Network (SISSIPN) a collective impact initiative funded by the Employment and Social Development Canada under the New Horizons for Seniors Program and includes six organizations: Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS); City of Surrey, Seniors Come Share Society; SOURCES BC; Semiahmoo House Society; and Fraser Region Aboriginal Friendship Centre Association (FRAFCA).
Trails & Parks
If you prefer walking through the forest or surrounded by nature and wildlife, check out:
Walking Tracks
If you're looking for cushioned walking tracks, check out the walking tracks at:
- Bear Creek Park (adjacent to Surrey Arts Centre)
- Newton Athletic Park
- South Surrey Athletic Park
- Guildford Recreation Centre (Indoors. Drop-in admission required)
Walking Groups
Walking with others is a great way to catch up with family and friends while also getting fresh air and exercise. There are also numerous walking groups in Surrey for anyone looking to get out and meet new people.
Check out the following resources to find a group near you:
- Surrey Trekkers Volkssport Club
- Guildford Town Centre Walking Club
- Meetup for Walking Groups
- Semiahmoo Walkers
- WalkBC
Know of a walking group not on this list? Please contact cityofsurrey@surrey.ca
Charity Walks
Walk for a great cause at an upcoming charity walk in Surrey:
Sign up for a Charity Walk near you:
- Run Surrey Run
- Coldest Night of the Year
- Walk with Your Doc
- Terry Fox Run
- The Father's Day Run
- Child Development Foundation
- CIBC Run for the Cure
- CDSS Walk for Awareness
- Sun Life Walk to Cure Diabetes
Know of a charitable walk not on this list? Please contact cityofsurrey@surrey.ca
Self-Guided Walks
For scenic walks that take you past public art, gardens, or the waterfront, check out:
Walking Plan
Download the Surrey Walking Plan to read more about our goals for improvements across the city.
Greenways Plan
Review our Greenways Master Plan to discover our multi-use pathways for pedestrians.
Walking Safety Tips
We want you to stay safe while walking. Follow these tips: