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Overview of Fort Langley National Historic Site — palisade walls, wooden trading-post buildings, and open grassy grounds where the 1858 oath of colonial British Columbia was taken.
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Fort Langley National Historic Site

The birthplace of British Columbia — the original 1827 Hudson's Bay Company trading post where Governor James Douglas was sworn in on November 19, 1858.

Entry
Under $15
Best time
Check Parks Canada's current hours, programs and seasonal notices
Area
Fort Langley
Official site

Fort Langley National Historic Site interprets a Hudson's Bay Company trading post established in 1827 and the 1858 proclamation of the Colony of British Columbia. Parks Canada describes the site's historic buildings, exhibits and programs on its official page.

Admission, hours and daily activities change by season. Check the Parks Canada page on the day you plan to visit, including accessibility and closure information, and allow time for the adjacent village and riverfront if they suit your visit.

How to get there

Use Parks Canada's directions and TransLink's current trip planner for your origin and departure time. Service and travel time vary by day.

Local tips

  • Check the official page for current admission and seasonal hours
  • Review the accessibility information before travelling
  • Confirm programs and demonstrations for your visit date
  • Use the current trip planner for weekday or weekend transit