There are more than 100 kilometres of trails in Prince George and city hall has released a new guide to help you explore them.
"There have been so many great improvements in our parks and trails since the previous version of the trail guide was released in 2011 that it was time to make a more current version for residents and visitors," said city community coordinator Marta Gregor.
"The guides are a popular item and staff members are frequently asked about trails and where there are spots to walk, cycle, or snowshoe."
To be exact, there are 102 kilometres of trails that the city maintains. It just passed the "three-digit milestone" with the establishment of the trail system at Cpl. Darren Fitzpatrick Bravery Park.
The guide features maps indicating the location and length of each trail, as well as how they can be accessed. The Cranbrook Hill Greenway Trail, which is maintained by a local non-profit society, is also included, raising the total kilometres of trail covered in the guide to 134.
Recent and ongoing trail developments include:
- A new footbridge at the northwest end of Cottonwood Island Park and 240 metres of trail was recently upgraded.
- The city is developing a program to restore the riverfront from Cottonwood Island to the Cameron Street Bridge.
- Enhanced trail connectivity at Masich Place Stadium
- A paved trail system, lighting, and an off-leash dog area at Cpl. Darren Fitzpatrick Bravery Park.
Printed copies are free and available at city hall and both branches of the Prince George Public Library. A digital version is also available at www.princegeorge.ca/trails.
