Cheam Lake Wetlands became a park in 1990 after 50 years of mining for marl limestone deposits, which started in the early 1900s. This 93 hectare park is popular for hiking, picnicking, and bird watching. The park is comprised of lake, marsh and forest and is home to many insect, mammal, and bird species. To date, 184 different bird species have been recorded in the park. The park's trail system is approximately two kilometers long, ideal for all ages, and features raised walkways and an elevated viewing platform. This park is designed and managed to protect sensitive habitat and wildlife. It is unsuitable for pets and any intensive recreation. Facilities include an information kiosk, information shelter, toilets, seasonal running water (non-drinkable), and six picnic tables.

General Information

Rules and Regulations:

	The Park's trail system and floating walkway offer about 2km of level walking trails and walkways.
	There are six picnic tables provided at the parking area.
	There are two wheelchair accessible toilets located at the parking area.
	A water tap is available from April 1 - Oct 31. This water is not drinkable.
	Toilets and a picnic table are wheelchair accessible.
	Black Bears regularly seen in the park and need to be respected at all times.
	Bird watching, wildlife viewing and photography are very popular in the Park.

Interpretive Program:

A free interpretive program runs at the park mostly during the spring and summer for educational groups. Click here to view more information or call 604-702-5024.

How to Get There:

Cheam Lake Wetlands Regional Park is located on the north side of Highway #1, approximately 15 kilometers east of Chilliwack. To get there, take exit 135 off Highway #1 and continue north on Highway #9. At the roundabout, turn right (east) onto Yale Road and follow the signs. Click here to view a driving map. 

Hours of Operation:

8:00 am - 8:00 pm: April 1 - September 31
8:00 am - 4:00 pm: October 1 - March 31

Park Brochure:

Cheam Lake Wetlands Brochure
Cheam Lake Wetlands Bird Checklist 2008 Edition