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Port Coquitlam
ℹ️Practical info — Port Coquitlam
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
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💡 Tips
- Rent a bike to explore the Traboulay PoCo Trail, a flat, scenic 25km loop encircling the entire community.
- The downtown core features a lovely central plaza that is pedestrian-friendly and hosts summer events.
- If hiking near the northern wooded areas or the Coquitlam River, be bear-aware and make noise on the trails.
- The West Coast Express commuter train only runs during weekday rush hours; use buses to connect to the SkyTrain at other times.
🍽 Food
Stop by the historic bakeries on Shaughnessy Street for fresh European-style pastries and breads.
Enjoy casual Canadian pub fare on a patio near the Pitt or Coquitlam rivers.
Explore the outskirts for excellent Korean and Chinese restaurants, reflecting Metro Vancouver's diversity.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Walk the historic main street to browse characterful independent boutiques and specialty shops.
Head to the eastern edge of the city for a modern, open-air shopping district with larger retailers.
A peaceful, shaded green space right beside the Coquitlam River, great for a picnic.
The eastern section of the Traboulay Trail has incredibly serene, flat walks with mountain backdrops.
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Port Coquitlam is situated at the confluence of the Fraser and Pitt Rivers in British Columbia and is often colloquially referred to as 'PoCo.' The city was officially incorporated in 1913 following its separation from the Coquitlam District and developed primarily as a railway transportation hub. Its strategic location on the Canadian Pacific Railway's main line led to the establishment of significant freight yards that drove early economic expansion. Geographically, Port Coquitlam is bounded by mountains to the north and waterways to the south, providing residents with extensive outdoor recreation opportunities. A defining feature of the city is the 25-kilometer Traboulay PoCo Trail, a multi-use loop that encircles the community. Port Coquitlam is famously known as the hometown of Canadian national hero Terry Fox, and his legacy is honored through local landmarks and annual commemorative runs. Today, the city is a thriving residential community with a robust industrial and commercial base in its southern sectors.
- Location: Canada
- Top sights: Terry Fox Theatre · PoCo Heritage Museum and Archives · Lost Creek Ravine and Natural Areas
- Nearby: Surrey (9 km)
- Population: ~58.000 (2019)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 0 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 10 | 13 | 17 | 16 | 13 | 8 | 2 | -1 |
| Rain mm | 323 | 165 | 253 | 145 | 96 | 84 | 50 | 61 | 122 | 233 | 348 | 295 |
Geography
Facts
- Port Coquitlam was officially incorporated as a city on March 7, 1913.
- The Traboulay PoCo Trail is a continuous 25-kilometer multi-use pathway.
- The city contains a major freight yard operated by the Canadian Pacific Railway.
- Terry Fox was raised in Port Coquitlam and graduated from the local high school.
- The total land area of the city is approximately 29.17 square kilometers.
- Port Coquitlam is located roughly 27 kilometers east of downtown Vancouver.
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