Langley
L angley comprises the City of Langley and the Township of Langley, which includes Fort Langley, Aldergrove, and Walnut Grove. The entire region is situated in the lush agricultural Fraser Valley and is flanked by the Coast and Cascade mountain ranges.
Langley offers many sites of historic interest with Fort Langley playing a significant part in the miners’ rush to the Fraser River gold fields in the 1800s. The area is also the “Horse Capital of BC” and is a great place to try horseback riding or visit Thunderbird Show Park during an equestrian show or event.
A wide selection of independent stores and chain retailers can be found in the city of Langley while the prime agricultural land outside the city supports many thriving farms producing blueberries, raspberries, livestock and more. As well as catering to people looking to sample the farm-fresh produce, the area is also a burgeoning wine-touring destination.
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To Vancouver:
The drive from Langley to Vancouver takes approximately 50 minutes.
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Passengers can also take a coach to Vancouver from the Greyhound bus depot in Langley.
To Richmond:
Driving time from Langley to Richmond is approximately 45 minutes.
Richmond can be reached by public transit from Langley via bus and SkyTrain.
To West Vancouver:
Driving from Langley to West Vancouver takes approximately 50 minutes.
Public transit will take passengers to West Vancouver from Langley by bus and SkyTrain.
To Whistler:
The drive from Langley to Whistler via Vancouver takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.
Passengers can take a coach service to Whistler from the Greyhound bus depot in Langley with a transfer in Vancouver.
Accommodation
Large chain hotels are the most typical accommodation types in Langley. Many of these are conveniently located near the city of Langley and the Langley Bypass. For those seeking to stay in a smaller community, there are also a cluster of hotels located off the Trans-Canada Highway in Walnut Grove.
The bed and breakfasts in Langley are situated in quiet neighbourhoods and near the community of Fort Langley.
RV parks and campsites can be found outside of the city of Langley, near Fort Langley, and in Aldergrove.
The Abbotsford International Airport is approximately 30 km (19 mi) from the city of Langley. Shuttle services operate from this airport to hotels or bed and breakfasts in the Fraser Valley.
Things To Do
Snow sport enthusiasts should plan a trip to the North Shore Mountains’ three renowned ski areas, a 65 km (40 mi) drive from Langley, or Hemlock Valley Resort, located 101 km (63 mi) from Langley. Cypress Mountain, one of the North Shore Mountains, will host freestyle skiing and snowboard during the 2010 Olympic Winter Games.
Trail riding is a popular outdoor pastime in Langley. Visitors can ride the forested trails of Campbell Valley Regional Park under the guidance of a local stable or admire other riders at an event at Thunderbird Show Park. Whether riding or on foot, the relatively mild winters of the Fraser Valley mean Campbell Valley Regional Park and most other trails can be enjoyed all year round.
Fort Langley was built in 1827 and retains much of its historic charm with an abundance of galleries, artist studios and antique shops. Experience British Columbia circa 1827-1886 at the Fort Langley National Historic Site by panning for gold, talking to costumed interpreters and trying on period clothing.
Wine lovers interested in the making of wine or just the tasting can visit one of the outstanding wineries in the region, which makes for a pleasant and picturesque activity. The Langley area is home to five notable wineries within close driving distance of each other with some, such as Domaine de Chaberton, offering informative tours and delicious dining.
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