Exploring the Logging Legacy Along the Fraser River 🌲🚢

📍 Location: Michael Forrest River Walkway, Port Coquitlam 📍 Address: Near Mary Hill Bypass & Pitt River Road (Citadel Landing entrance) A gentle breeze whispers over the Fraser River, where tugboats still haul logs downstream—a living glimpse into the region’s logging past! This 2.5-km trail winds through the ancestral lands of the Stó:lō Nation, who thrived on the river’s fish and resources. By the 1800s, European settlers transformed it into a hub for logging and transport, and today, the riverside log booms and tugboats keep that history alive. 🌟 The Story Behind the Trail’s Name Named for Michael Forrest, a 3rd-generation PoCo resident who grew up playing along these shores and later worked on the river. As a city councilor (2000-2018), he championed community growth and conservation. In 2019, this trail was dedicated to him—check the entrance plaque for his heartwarming story! 🏞 Scenic Highlights Log booms & tugboats: Feel transported to the golden age of logging. Pitt River + Golden Ears Bridges: Modern structures framing the wild river. Old-growth giants: Douglas firs and red cedars line the path, with waterbirds calling overhead—pure serenity. #HiddenGems #PortCoquitlam #FraserRiver #HistoryWalks #WestCoastVibes 🌊