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- Chilliwack, BC, Canada
Real adventure for kids — and families who want more
Jiu Jitsu, gymnastics, dirtbike memberships, and more to build skills over time.
INTERACTIVE MAP Playgrounds, picnic tables, trails and more! Use the search filter in the top left of the map to filter by amenity.
Long enough to feel like a hike. Short enough to avoid a meltdown. Hard enough to jusify the ice cream afterwards. Maintained enough for little legs. With views worth every "are we there yet?"
Click any hike name for trail details on AllTrails.
A mostly smooth trail with some moderately steep switchbacks. Great views overlooking Cultus Lake and Vedder Mountain, with glimpses of the Vedder River.
Popular for its beautiful cold and clear lake. This is a short and steep hike that'll get your heart racing while your climbing, but the intensity will be over before you know it - unless you carry on to Greendrop Lake.
This hike starts at the northeast tip of Vedder Mountain. It's a moderately steep gravel trail with views on the way to the top. Picnic tables and benches can be found along the hike as well as at the main viewpoint. Tip: There's a steep but wide and smooth bike trail that goes up to the viewpoint from the other side - it's accessed from Parmenter Road.
A super unique hike. Take your time with the kids and see how many teacups and teapots you can spot. Some are quite obvious; others are hidden quite well. Good luck!
A short and easy trail to a popular, beautiful waterfall. If you can, avoid visiting on weekends, as it can get quite crowded.
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A family-friendly indoor climbing gym where parents and kids can climb together during drop-in sessions. Routes are set for a wide range of abilities, making it a solid option whether it’s your child’s first time on the wall or a regular weekend activity as a family.
Project also offers a structured Kids & Youth Climbing Club, designed for children who want to build skills, confidence, and consistency in a supportive group environment.
Cap off an afternoon of climbing with some delicious Banter Ice Cream next door.
An outdoor paintball facility offering structured games well-suited for families with older kids and teens. Sniperz is a popular option for birthday parties, group outings, and weekend activities where kids can burn off energy in a supervised, organized setting.
The facility focuses on safety-first gameplay, with clearly defined fields and game formats, making it a good introduction to paintball for first-timers while remaining engaging for returning players.
For the most up-to-date information, special events, and session details, check their Facebook page.
An indoor ninja and parkour-style training facility where kids can climb, swing, jump, and move through obstacle-based courses during drop-in sessions. It’s a high-energy option that blends play with physical skill development, making it especially appealing for kids who enjoy active, challenge-based movement.
Drop-in sessions allow families to try ninja-style training without committing to a full program.
Elite Ninja Development offers ninja-style obstacle training programs that build strength, agility, and coordination through climbing, jumping, and balance challenges. Programs are available for a range of ages and skill levels, with options for competitive teams and kids’ birthday parties.
Chilliwack Gymnastics and Dance Club offers recreational and competitive programs for children and youth in gymnastics, tumbling, and dance. Classes focus on building strength, coordination, and confidence in a structured and supportive environment, with programs for a range of ages and skill levels. Drop-in options are also available.
Illusions Gymnastics Club is a long-standing gymnastics facility in Chilliwack offering a variety of programs for children and youth. The club provides both recreational and competitive pathways, helping athletes develop balance, agility, and body control as they progress through different levels of the sport.
Fraser Valley Gymnastix offers programs for toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children, with classes focused on developing foundational gymnastics skills. The facility provides a fun and supportive environment where kids can build coordination, strength, and confidence through active movement.
Dedicated Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy with programs for kids, teens, and adults.
Jiu Jitsu and kickboxing academy with youth and adult programs, plus yoga and on-site fitness equipment.
Multi-discipline martial arts academy serving multiple age groups, with before- and after-school care and birthday party hosting available.
Jiu Jitsu-focused gym providing structured classes for kids, teens, and adults.
Long-established Brazilian Jiu Jitsu academy offering structured youth and adult programs.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy offering adult classes and a structured kids’ program focused on discipline and confidence.
Multi-discipline martial arts academy with before- and after-school care and birthday party hosting available.
Taekwondo classes focused on discipline, fitness, and self-defence.
Traditional Taekwondo training with structured belt progression.
Taekwondo classes focused on discipline, fitness, structured belt progression training, and kids camps.
Karate classes focused on discipline, fitness, and practical self-defence through structured training.
Local dojo teaching the traditional Isshinryu style of karate with classes for a range of ages.
Family-oriented traditional Chito-ryu karate club located at the Chilliwack Landing Sports Centre.
JKA Karate school with kids classes, teen/adult classes, plus KHITT kickboxing and Superfit conditioning.
Jiu Jitsu and kickboxing academy with youth and adult programs, plus yoga and on-site fitness equipment.
Traditional Muay Thai training focused on the “Art of Eight Limbs,” combining punches, kicks, elbows, and knee strikes.
Community boxing gym offering training focused on technique, conditioning, and skill development.
Indoor dirt bike track at Chilliwack Heritage Park offering seasonal drop-in riding nights with time slots for youth and beginners, plus track rentals. They update their Facebook page regularly.
Volunteer-run club that maintains the Vedder Mountain dirt bike trail network. Membership supports trail maintenance and provides gated access to a private parking area with beginner and kids’ trails connected to the parking lot, making it a great option for families. Join the VMMC group on Facebook.
Outdoor motocross park with a main track, junior track, family loop, trails, enduro park, and trials obstacles, plus bike rentals and lessons for all ages.
Organizations host riding and racing events with multiple rider classes, so the same event can accommodate families, beginners, and pro-level competitors. Here are some useful pages to keep an eye on:
> Pacific North West Motorcycle Association
> The Greater Vancouver Motorcycle Club
> West Coast Arena Cross Facebook page
The “Everyone Rides” program is a fully-funded school initiative designed to provide universal cycling education to Grade 4-5 students. Led by certified professional instructors, this two-day course removes the barriers to entry by bringing a full fleet of bikes and helmets directly to the school grounds at zero cost to families.
Farmhouse is my top pick for multiple reasons. For the kids, there’s a giant playground, an outdoor lawn for kicking a ball around, lawn games, and some chickens the kids love to look at. The pizza is top-notch wood-fired style that kids and parents alike will love. They are dog-friendly, so if you’re coming from a hike with your fur babies, you’re in luck. Finally, for the parents, their beer selection is excellent and delicious!
There are 5 businesses located here, and three of them serve food.
If you’re looking for a brewery and patio, the dog-friendly Sidekick Brewing has delicious deep-dish pizzas and other great menu items, plus a dog-friendly patio and views of the Chilliwack River.
Next up is LAND Cafe, which has tasty breakfast and brunch-style options and, of course, delicious coffee.
Finally, Banter Ice Cream. Banter may not serve meals, but you know you’re getting dragged here after Sidekick Brewing or LAND (or after a climbing session next door at Project Climbing Center, for that matter). Good news – the ice cream is excellent.