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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:

  • Ages 55+: Wednesdays, year-round

  • 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.

Register for June 7

 

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.

Register for June 14

 

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.

Register for June 21

 

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.

Register for June 28

 

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.

Register for July 5

 

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.

Register for July 12

 

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.

Register for July 19

 

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”.

Register for July 26

 

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.

Register for August 2

                        

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.

Register for August 9

         

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.

Register for August 16

 

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.

Register for August 23

 

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.

Register for August 30

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!

Register for June 10



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.

Register for June 24



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.

Register for July 8



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.

Register for July 22



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.

Register for August 12



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.

Register for August 26

WALKit Web Map

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.

Launch WALKit Map

How to Use the Map

WALKit map icon - zoom

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.
 

WALKit map icon - locate me

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.

WALKit map icon - search

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.

WALKit map icon -  layers

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.

WALKit map icon - aerial view

Toggle Aerial

Change the background of the map between map view or aerial photo view.

WALKit map icon - draw

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.

 

WALKit map icon - printer

Print

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:

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:

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: 

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.

156 and Fraser 1 Crosswalk

Greenways Plan

Review our Greenways Master Plan to discover our multi-use pathways for pedestrians.

Senior walking with cane

Walking Safety Tips 

We want you to stay safe while walking. Follow these tips: