Quarry Road Hike

The Quarry Road Hike is a fun out-and-back trail that passes through the beautiful forests near Minnekhada Regional Park and Pinecone Burke Provincial Park. As mentioned, traffic along the road itself is fairly rare due to its main source of use coming from the few residents that live at the road’s end. This makes it an enjoyable route along a nicely paved road that is perfect for a wide variety of activities. Hikers should note that there are several side trails along the road that are private property and should be avoided without express permission from the owners/residents.

The trail sets out from the parking area at Minnekhada Regional Park and heads north along Quarry Road as it meanders through the forest. This wide road is perfect for taking the family out hiking, cycling, or running, as the road is lightly used, and there is plenty of room to allow children to use it safely. The route continues north, passing by the Swiss-Canadian Mountain Range Association, and eventually skirts alongside a quarry that gives the road its name and sits next to the Pitt River.

After the quarry and near the end of the trail is an old tractor that has been left along the road, which is slowly becoming overgrown with plant life. This is a good spot for photos, especially if you are out with the family and want a quirky/memorable backdrop. Hikers will find the end of the trail clearly marked with signs marking a change to private property. At this point, turn back and make the return journey along the forested length of Quarry Road to reach the parking area at Minnekhada Regional Park.