Attractions in the Fraser Valley

Riverbend Bed and Breakfast Guesthouse is situated only a few minutes walk from the Vedder river in the beautiful Chilliwack River Valley, known as a world class fishing, river rafting, kayaking and hiking area.

Although a short drive to town (10  minutes), this area feels so remote and away from the hustle and bustle of town. Our proximity to the Chilliwack River makes it ideal accommodations for fishermen. Not only are we moments from world-class fishing on the Vedder River (also known as the Chilliwack River), but we are only a 25 minute drive from Fraser River sturgeon fishing and salmon fishing. Ask us to recommend some Chilliwack fishing guides!

Nearby activities include Vedder river fishing, swimming at Chilliwack or Cultus lakes, taking a rafting trip with Chilliwack River Rafting or Hyak Rafting, learning to kayak, sturgeon fishing on the Fraser River, or spending a day at Cultus lake waterslides, all within minutes. A little further away is the Hell's Gate Air Tram, Harrison Hot Springs, Bridal Falls, or the many beautiful gardens at Minter Gardens.

In the quiet of the evening you hear the rush of the Chilliwack Vedder river and sitting on the large back sundeck in the morning you may well encounter a variety of wildlife. It is a peaceful, quiet area surrounded by trees, mountains, lakes and rivers. A semi-wilderness or nature retreat offering just sheer rest and relaxation.

The links below will allow you to explore some of the many attractions of the Fraser Valley and Greater Vancouver and the surrounding area so that you can maximize your stay in "Supernatural B.C" Come visit us - in any season. All links are highlighted and will open in a new window. Close the window to return to Riverbend Bed and Breakfast!

Local Outdoor Adventure

  • Chilliwack River Provincial Park: Hiking Guide
  • Trans Canada Trails
  • Purple Hayes School of Kayaking
  • Hyak Wilderness Adventures
  • Chilliwack River Rafting Adventures
  • Chilliwack / Vedder River Fishing


Time from Riverbend B&B Guest house to the following attractions:

25 Minutes or Less

  • Cultus Lake: Boating, Golfing, Swimming, miniature rides and Water Slides
  • Cultus Lake Water Slides
  • Minter Gardens
  • Chilliwack Corn Field Maze: The world's largest Corn Field Maze
  • Chilliwack Lake Provincial Park:
  • Chilliwack River Fish Hatchery:
  • Great Blue Heron Wildlife Reserve: A 130-hectare (325 acre) site located on the un-dyked floodplain of the Vedder River.
  • Fraser River sturgeon fishing
  • Guided Vedder River steelhead fishing
  • Bridal Falls

Easy Day Trips

  • Harrison Lake: Hot springs, swimming, hiking, golf
  • Manning Park: Hiking and wildlife --winter skiing
  • The Hope Slide:
  • Fort Langley National Historic Site: Restored early Hudson's Bay Fort
  • Othello Tunnels: Historical, great biking
  • Hells Gate Airtram
  • Abbotsford International Airshow
  • Hemlock Valley: Winter skiing

City of Vancouver -- 90 minutes

  • Vancouver Aquarium
  • Vancouver Art Gallery
  • Vancouver Maritime Museum
  • Vancouver Museum
  • VanDusen Botanical Garden
  • Capilano Suspension Bridge
  • Cypress Mountain
  • Grouse Mountain
  • Lynn Valley Regional Park and Suspension Bridge
  • Dr Sun Yat Sen Classical Chinese Garden
  • Downtown core
  • Gastown
  • Granville Island and Public Market
  • MacMillan Space Centre/Planetarium
  • Queen Elizabeth Park
  • Robson Street
  • Science World
  • Stanley Park

Regional Parks and General Info:

  • Guide to the Fraser Valley
  • Bridal Veil Falls Provincial Park
  • Transportation
  • B.C. Ferries
  • B.C. Road Reports
  • Vancouver International Airport
  • Abbotsford International Airport

WHAT A WORLD RECORD!

" What do a Sturgeon, a plane crash, and a hot meal have in common? They are all linked to The Riverbend Guesthouse! While staying at this quaint Chilliwack B&B, hire a guide and learn to fish in a world class fishing area for Sturgeon. These timeless fish weigh in over hundreds of pounds. A hike up Slesse Mountain, just behind the guesthouse, will present you with a view of the site of a 1960’s plane crash, and of course, hot meals are waiting for you each morning as you begin your adventures. " Source: Vancouver Coast and Mountains Magazine - March 2006