Fraser River Trail - Hudson Gateway

The Fraser River Trail is Vancouver's only riverside greenway. The greenway follows as close to the north shore of the North Arm of the Fraser River as possible and, when completed, it will connect Pacific Spirit Regional Park to the City of Burnaby's trail system. To date, McCleery Golf Course, Fraser River Park, Shaughnessy Street park site, Gladstone Park and Riverfront Park waterfront walkways and bikeways are all part of this greenway. Remaining sections of the riverfront trail will be completed as opportunities arise.

The most recent addition is the 350-metre Hudson Street portion of the Fraser River Trail, which was completed in 2010 and beautified with various trees and shrubs, making it a more people-friendly waterfront and a lovely place to watch the airplanes and the 'working' river. Partners include TransLink, which granted the land to the City of Vancouver for the trail and funded its construction along the river for the length of their site; the City of Vancouver's Engineering Department which secured the trail and oversaw construction; and the Vancouver Park Board which helped design and build the trail and will maintain it. You can walk from Hudson to Bentley street. A small section near Bentley is on private property but someone broke a hole in the fence so you can walk through now. Park on Hudson street beside the bus garage.

Fraser River Trail

The Fraser River Trail is Vancouver's only riverside greenway. The greenway follows as close to the north shore of the North Arm of the Fraser River as possible and, when completed, it will connect Pacific Spirit Regional Park to the City of Burnaby's trail system. To date, McCleery Golf Course, Fraser River Park, Shaughnessy Street park site, Gladstone Park and Riverfront Park waterfront walkways and bikeways are all part of this greenway. Remaining sections of the riverfront trail will be completed as opportunities arise.

The most recent addition is the 350-metre Hudson Street portion of the Fraser River Trail, which was completed in 2010 and beautified with various trees and shrubs, making it a more people-friendly waterfront and a lovely place to watch the airplanes and the 'working' river. Partners include TransLink, which granted the land to the City of Vancouver for the trail and funded its construction along the river for the length of their site; the City of Vancouver's Engineering Department which secured the trail and oversaw construction; and the Vancouver Park Board which helped design and build the trail and will maintain it.

Winona Park

 The long, green terraces of Winona Park are popular for a variety of sports. Pleasant seating areas, sheltered by large shade trees, line these open fields and are perfect for quiet contemplation or conversation.

Though the park’s original opening date can not be verified it is certain that it was designated as an official park before 1930 when Vancouver was amalgamated. The field house was built in 1961.

William Mackie Park

This small but well-used park is tucked into a green corner of the Marpole neighbourhood. From the welcoming entry plaza, step down into a shady retreat filled with trees and flowering shrubs; children enjoy both the playground and the central grassy area.

Named in 1991 for William Mackie whose family once owned the property (in the early 1900s) where the park now sits. Mackie was a prominent Vancouver pioneer, gold miner and lumberman. This park is also home to the Marpole museum in a heritage house which is worth a visit if it is open. The park is now right next to the arbutus bike and pedestrian path on the former railway right of way.

Shannon Park

This small park, situated in a quiet neighbourhood, is a pleasant place to enjoy a morning or evening stroll. A baseball diamond and field dominate the park, providing plenty of open space, and majestic birch trees line the surrounding walkways.

Riverview Park

With rolling lawns dotted with large, beautiful trees, Riverview Park is a peaceful place for a stroll. The park offers both open and sheltered areas, including a children’s playground.

The new housing developed along the waterfront gave rise to community amenities in the form of new parkland. This park was officially named by the Park Board on October 16, 1995 following a community consultation process.

Marpole Park

As marked by a stone cairn in the park, this was the site of a large midden for one of the largest village sites in North America. Today, this small park is a popular place for children to play. Surrounded by trees, the roar of airplanes from the nearby airport in Richmond can be heard above the chatter of happy children. The playground equipment looks new and has quite a variety.

Originally the land that comprises this park fell under the Municipality of Point Grey before the amalgamation of the City of Vancouver in 1929. The park was named for Richard Marpole, one time head of the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR). He was born in Wales in 1850 and became engaged in railroading when he was 18 years old. He was Superintendent of the CPR at the time of the first transcontinental passenger train’s arrival in Vancouver. Before European settlement, this area was a burial ground for the Musqueam Aboriginal people. Excavation has discovered relics that reveal much of the history of the Coastal natives.