New regional park combines private land with existing Langley park

Metro Vancouver has announced the creation of a new regional park in South Langley, combining an existing municipal park with a newly-purchased piece of private property.

The new South Langley Regional Park totals 44 hectares (108.7 acres) and includes the former Municipal Natural Park, owned by the Township, and a piece of former private property nearby.

“I’m excited, because with all the development in this area, park land is becoming more important,” said Lisa Coulthard, who was out for a walk with Stephen Toban and their dogs, Fiona and Prince on Friday, Nov. 29.

Coulthard said the park is always well used and she sees hikers, horseback riders, and people walking their dogs whenever she visits.

The larger portion of the site, the existing park, is accessible off 224 Street near 4 Avenue and extends to the east. The new portion, not yet accessible to the public, is in the 400 and 500 block of 232 Street.

Metro Vancouver bought the new parcel of land for $6.13 million, via a court-ordered sale of the property.

“By growing our regional park system, Metro Vancouver is helping to keep the region livable for future generations of residents and visitors,” said Mike Hurley, chair of Metro Vancouver’s Board of Directors. “I’m proud to see us making real progress on our parkland acquisition strategy and look forward to strolling through this new park.”