The lifeblood of British Columbia
The Fraser River is the longest river in BC, shaping the history and ecology of the province. In the Lower Mainland, the river is a wide, silt-laden artery that supports a vast array of wildlife and human activity.
Paddling the Fraser is a unique experience that offers a sense of the river’s immense power. You’ll drift past historic towns and industrial areas where eagles and sturgeon thrive. The river is a critical corridor for all five species of Pacific salmon.
Geographically, the Fraser is a high-volume, sediment-rich river. The current is powerful and should not be underestimated. Paddlers must navigate around large commercial vessels and log booms. It is a river of great significance that offers a unique perspective on the province.
- Waterway AreaHope to Vancouver
- Geographic SizeMassive silt-laden river
- Difficulty LevelClass II (Novice)
- Type of PaddlingCanoe, Kayak, Rafting
- SeasonFall, Spring, Summer
- Waterway AccessFort Langley ramp
- Waterway FeaturesHistoric towns and salmon runs
- Known HazardsPowerful currents and towboats
- Waterway AccessFort Langley ramp
- Waterway FeaturesHistoric towns and salmon runs
- Known HazardsPowerful currents and towboats
- Waterway AreaHope to Vancouver
- Geographic SizeMassive silt-laden river
- Difficulty LevelClass II (Novice)
- Type of PaddlingCanoe, Kayak, Rafting
- SeasonFall, Spring, Summer