Surrey at a Glance
Comprised of six towns-Fleetwood, Whalley, Guildford, Newton, Cloverdale and South
Surrey-the City of Surrey is one of the fastest growing communities in British
Columbia. Part of this attraction is due to its location, 26 km (16 mi) southeast
of Vancouver and within easy
access to the Pacific Rim and the United
States border. Another draw is the city's vast amount of park space, which
totals a whopping 2,300 hectares (5,400 acres), earning Surrey the nickname, 'The
City of Parks'. One such park is the internationally renowned Darts
Hill Garden Park, featuring thousands of species of plants. Other notable
attractions include Bear
Creek Park, a large recreation area that is a favourite among kids, and Stewart
Farm, a restored 1894 homestead offering interpretive programs. Beach goers
should head to the popular Crescent
Beach, which is a great place to break out the beach towel and bask in Surrey's
vast glory.
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