Ale Trails
Plan your next ale-venture
With 220+ local craft breweries across 22 Ale Trails throughout British Columbia, the BC Ale Trail is a series of self-guided itineraries highlighting craft beer communities and the super, natural landscapes that surround them. Where BC Craft Beer Meets Community.
Let the BC Ale Trail be your ultimate guide to discovering new destinations, one pint at a time.
Each Ale Trail features a curated selection of breweries, restaurants, tap houses, liquor stores, outdoor adventures, sightseeing stops, accommodations, and more.
Ready to hit the trail? Download the BC Ale Trail mobile app to take your journey on the road — and earn rewards as you go!
BC Farm-Based Ale Trail
Anchored by BC’s farm-based breweries, the BC Farm-Based Ale Trail is built around the breweries that have always had one foot in the soil — inviting farm-based cideries, BC Farmers Markets, agritourism experiences, and farm-based accommodations to join them in showcasing the best of each region including Parksville/Qualicum Beach, Cowichan, Saanich, Delta, Langley, Chilliwack, Maple Ridge, Penticton, Pemberton, Squamish, Gibsons and Sechelt.
Cariboo Ale Trail
From rugged central interior forests to sun-drenched semi-desert valleys, the Cariboo Ale Trail winds through some of BC’s most diverse and dramatic scenery — with great craft beer waiting in Quesnel, Williams Lake, 100 Mile House, and Lillooet.
Central Vancouver Island Ale Trail
Community craft breweries abound from Cowichan’s warm climate and agricultural heritage to Nanaimo’s urban, maritime vibe and the tranquil beaches of Parksville Qualicum Beach
Fraser Valley Ale Trail
The cities of Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Harrison River Valley and Hope offer a mix of relaxing countryside, urban culture, and rugged backcountry beauty. Their hop growing history is reflected in diverse craft breweries.
Greater Victoria Ale Trail
Greater Victoria is home to Canada’s first brewpub and some of British Columbia’s most popular breweries. Venture beyond — visit nearby Sooke or hop a ferry to explore the Southern Gulf Islands. Unique experiences are waiting in Greater Victoria!
Kelowna and West Kelowna Ale Trail
This region’s craft beer scene dates back 25 years, and a recent surge of new breweries and its own annual beer festival has given it fresh energy.
Kootenay Rockies East Ale Trail
Spectacular parks, hot springs and hiking trails, as well as several alpine resorts make the towns of Creston, Fernie, Cranbrook, Invermere, Kimberley, Radium Hot Springs, Golden and Revelstoke a Utopia for wilderness explorers and craft beer lovers.
Kootenay Rockies West Ale Trail
Discover forests, mountains, pristine lakes and rivers, hot springs and waterfalls as you explore craft breweries in Rossland, Trail, Castlegar, Robson, Nelson, Kaslo and Nakusp.
Langley Ale Trail
Langley has always rewarded bold adventurers. Explore the communities of Langley City, Langley Township, Aldergrove, Walnut Grove, and Fort Langley.
Maple Ridge Ale Trail
Tucked between the Golden Ears Mountains and the Fraser River, Maple Ridge is a scenic, forested community with a remarkable natural beauty — and a bounty of craft breweries.
North of the Fraser Ale Trail
The four municipalities of New Westminster, Burnaby, Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam are aligned in many ways — not just by geography, but also through their bustling craft breweries.
Northern BC Ale Trail
Prepare to be awed by the vast geography of rugged mountains, pristine lakes, and rolling prairies alongside the craft breweries of Prince Rupert, Kitimat, Terrace, Smithers, Prince George, Dawson Creek, and Fort St. John.
Northern Vancouver Island Ale Trail
Vancouver Island is a big place, home to diverse landscapes and an assortment of excellent craft breweries in the communities of the Comox Valley, Campbell River and Port McNeil.
Pacific Rim Ale Trail
The Pacific Rim region, encompassing Port Alberni, Ucluelet and Tofino, is known for its ancient rainforest, abundant marine life, and ferocious winter squalls; it’s here that the storm-watching trend originated.
Penticton Ale Trail
Between the beaches, vineyards, vistas, and craft breweries, this small city is definitely one of BC’s best-kept secrets, and a place you’ll want to visit year-round.
Port Moody Ale Trail
With multiple unique breweries on Brewers Row, beer lovers agree that Port Moody is anything but sleepy—it’s a craft beer destination.
Sea to Sky Ale Trail
The Sea to Sky Ale Trail is where mountains meet the ocean, and craft beer brings adventurers together in Squamish, Whistler, and Pemberton.
South of the Fraser Ale Trail
Richmond, Delta, Surrey, and White Rock are distinct communities linked by their locations south of the Fraser River. These good neighbours have much in common, yet they also have their own unique stories to share.
Southern Interior Ale Trail
From Merritt up to Kamloops, across to Salmon Arm, and then down to Vernon, the craft breweries on this ale trail reflect the geographic diversity of the region with their own individual approaches.
Southern Interior Winter Ale Trail
Winter doesn’t slow anyone down in this wonderland of outdoor and urban activities. Explore the communities of Merritt, Kamloops, Salmon Arm, and Vernon in the snowy season.
Sunshine Coast Ale Trail
This is the West Coast beyond compare. On BC’s southwest coast lies a hidden paradise of coastal geography awaiting discovery — along with some of the province’s most distinctive breweries in Gibsons, Sechelt and Powell River.
Vancouver Ale Trail
Vancouver’s craft beer scene runs deep — from historic Brewery Creek to the Yeast Van corridor of East Vancouver. Plan your 5-day craft beer itinerary across BC’s most walkable brewing destination.
Vancouver’s North Shore Ale Trail
Nowhere better natured! Vancouver’s North Shore delivers fresh adventures in every season. After a day outside, choose from ten breweries to make your perfect après stop.