Cycling

The City of Coquitlam is committed to sustainable modes of transportation and more than 109 kilometres of bike routes have now been completed. New cycling routes are provided in accordance with our Strategic Transportation Plan and routes are implemented pending Council’s approval of the annual capital budget.

Our streets accommodate biking, walking and driving and the City encourages all users to be mindful of all modes when sharing our streets.

Go by Bike Week and Events

Every year, bike-friendly Coquitlam partners with local non-profit HUB Cycling on promotional events and activities, encouraging the health and environmental benefits of bike commuting with education, celebration stations and team or personal challenges. 

Spring Go by Bike Week - May 29 to June 4

Celebrate Go by Bike Week with us at one of two public events to learn about the health and societal benefits of cycling.  Coquitlam-sponsored celebration stations hosted by HUB Cycling will offer snacks, hard copies of the Tri-Cities Cycling Map, quick bike maintenance and prize giveaways.

Date: Tuesday, May 30
Time: 4 - 6 p.m.
Location: Burquitlam SkyTrain Station

Date: Wednesday, May 31 
Time: 4 - 6 p.m.
Location: Lafarge-Lake Douglas SkyTrain Station

The full calendar of events can be found online at HUB Cycling. Participants are encouraged to register for free and log their cycling trips to be entered to win daily prizes. Registration also provides access to online tools for creating routes, inviting team members and more.

Coquitlam’s Transportation Future: A Conversation with Experts

Also taking place during Go by Bike Week is a panel discussion in support of the development of Coquitlam’s updated Strategic Transportation Plan. Reimagining Coquitlam’s Transportation Future: A Conversation with Experts will be moderated by Dale Bracewell, a global mobility leader and catalyst for enabling sustainable mobility to create healthy, safe communities. 

Date: Wednesday, May 31 
Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Douglas College, Coquitlam Campus (1250 Pinetree Way), Main Building Room A1470

Learn more about the panelists and register at letstalkcoquitlam.ca/TransportationPlan.

Bike to Shop

We support HUB Cycling’s Bike to Shop campaign alongside the Austin Heights BIA, which encourages people to bicycle to a number of supporting local businesses.

Strategic Transportation Plan Update 

How we move people and goods in, through and around Coquitlam is changing. So it is time to update our Strategic Transportation Plan to respond to these changes and plan for the challenges ahead by providing a new vision for Coquitlam’s transportation system for the future.

Visit letstalkcoquitlam.ca/transportationplan to learn more about the project.

Interactive Regional Bike Map 

Coquitlam cyclists can choose their route 'on the go' with an interactive regional bike map on the CoquitlamConnect app  (available free through the App Store and Google Play).

Coquitlam updated CoquitlamConnect with a map of cycling routes in Coquitlam and throughout Metro Vancouver to provide more opportunities for residents to enjoy safe and healthy outdoor activities. 

Maps on the App

The new map makes use of cycling route data from Metro Vancouver municipalities that was collected by TransLink and HUB Cycling (a non-profit advocacy group). The map’s interactive features allow cyclists to filter routes based on their skill levels as well as whether the routes are off-street, on-street or on a major street. This digital map augments existing cycling map handouts, allowing for a more accessible and up-to-date digital option.

Bike Route Information Guide

Please refer to the Coquitlam’s Bike Route Information Guide (PDF) for more information on various types of bike facilities, cycling signs/markings and safe cycling tips. Free printed copies are also available at City facilities.

Tri-Cities Cycling Map

The Tri-Cities Cycling Map (PDF) is your go-to resource for local bike routes and connections. It also provides useful information involving bike lockers at SkyTrain stations plus the newly installed bike maintenance stations. Pick up your free printed version of the map at Coquitlam City Hall, recreation facilities and Coquitlam Public Library branches.

Did you know you can bring your bicycles onto buses and SkyTrain? Even if you work a long way from home, you have the option of completing a portion of your trip by bicycle. More information is available in the Tri-Cities Cycling Map, or visit TransLink’s cycling page.