FAQs

The Log Train Trail has evolved significantly since the ACRD first began operating it for recreational use in 1993.

The updates aim to:

• Improve public safety
• Provide clear and consistent rules
• Align trail use with provincial requirements
• Support long-term sustainability of the trail

The ACRD is implementing:

• Updated allowable trail uses (split-use model)
• A new Regulation Bylaw
• An updated lease agreement with the Province

These elements work together to support safe and well-managed trail use.

The previous lease only permitted non-motorized use.

To allow motorized use:

• The lease must be updated
• A regulation bylaw must be in place
• An enforcement framework must be established

Yes. The ACRD Board has directed staff to conduct a review approximately 18 months after the updated lease is executed. Adjustments may also be considered through future planning processes.

The trail is located on a corridor owned by the Province and managed by the ACRD through a lease agreement.

No.

The ACRD's responsibilities are limited to the portions of the Log Train Trail corridor that fall within the ACRD's management area under the Licence of Occupation with the Province. 

Trail users may encounter roads, forestry lands, private lands, recreation sites, or other areas that are managed by different agencies or landowners.

To operate an off-road vehicle in the permitted motorized section of the Log Train Trail, operators must comply with the Log Train Trail Regional Park Regulation Bylaw and applicable provincial requirements.

This includes:

• Operating only in the designated motorized section of the trail (KM 7.9–21)
• Having a valid ICBC ORV registration
• Displaying the required registration plate or sticker
• Carrying proof of registration
• Carrying a minimum of $200,000 in third-party liability insurance
• Wearing a helmet where required
• Using required safety equipment
• Obeying posted speed limits and trail signage
• Not operating while impaired by alcohol or drugs
• Meeting any applicable age, supervision, licensing, or training requirements

The Regulation Bylaw permits off-road vehicles (ORVs) in the designated motorized section of the trail. Examples include:

• All-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
• Side-by-sides (UTVs)
• Off-road motorcycles
• Snowmobiles when conditions permit

Highway vehicles and industrial equipment are not permitted on the trail unless specifically authorized. E-bikes that meet the bylaw definition are permitted throughout the trail unless otherwise posted.

No. Motorized use has occurred along the trail for many years. However, it has not been formally permitted under the previous lease.

The current changes establish where and how motorized use can occur under a formal and enforceable framework.

Motorized users will be required to:

• Operate registered and insured vehicles
• Follow speed limits (30 km/h unless otherwise posted)
• Wear appropriate safety equipment
• Stay on designated trails

No. Motorized use will be supported in the northern section of the trail, which provides a continuous corridor for recreation.

While motorized use has historically occurred along the full corridor, it has not been formally permitted under the existing lease.

The updated approach:

• Aligns with legal and provincial requirements
• Establishes clear and enforceable boundaries
• Reduces user conflicts in areas with higher sensitivity

Motorized use is permitted in the northern section of the trail (KM 7.9–21). The southern section (KM 3–7.9) remains non-motorized. The transition location is near the McLean Mill access point. The split-use approach was selected to balance safety, surrounding land uses, community feedback, and provincial requirements.

Yes.

The northern portion of the trail remains a shared-use recreational corridor. All trail users are expected to follow the requirements of the Regulation Bylaw, trail signage, and established yielding rules.

Yes.

E-bikes that meet the definition of a motor assisted cycle under the Log Train Trail Regional Park Regulation Bylaw are permitted on the trail unless otherwise posted.

Generally, this includes:

• Standard e-bikes with a maximum continuous motor power of 500 watts and a maximum assisted speed of 32 km/h

Users must continue to follow all trail rules, signage, and applicable provincial regulations.

No.

Electric bikes that exceed the limits established in the Regulation Bylaw may be classified as off-road vehicles or motor vehicles and may be subject to different requirements.

If you are unsure whether your electric bike qualifies as an e-bike, check the manufacturer's specifications or consult the applicable provincial regulations.

It depends on how the vehicle is classified under the Log Train Trail Regional Park Regulation Bylaw.

E-bikes that meet the bylaw definition of a motor assisted cycle are permitted on the trail.

Electric motorcycles, electric dirt bikes, or other electric-powered vehicles that do not meet the bylaw definition of an e-bike may be classified as an off-road vehicle (ORV) and are only permitted within the designated motorized section of the trail (KM 7.9–21). These vehicles must comply with all applicable ORV requirements, including registration, insurance, and safety requirements.

If you are unsure how your vehicle is classified, review the manufacturer's specifications and the requirements of the Regulation Bylaw before using the trail.

The Regulation Bylaw establishes:

• Rules for trail use
• Safety requirements
• Permitted and prohibited activities
• Enforcement authority

Enforcement will initially be complaint-based, with a focus on safety and repeat issues.

The Province requires a formal enforcement framework before allowing motorized use on public land.

Without enforcement:

• The lease cannot be updated
• Motorized use cannot be formally permitted

Yes. The LTT Regulation Bylaw will provide the authority to enforce permitted uses.

Enforcement will be:

• Complaint-based
• Supported by signage and public education
• Carried out by ACRD staff and enforcement partners

Efforts will focus on:

• Safety concerns
• Repeat non-compliance
• Protection of infrastructure

If you observe a bylaw violation, unsafe activity, damage to trail infrastructure, or another non-emergency concern, please report it to the ACRD.

When submitting a report, please include as much information as possible, such as:

• The location of the incident
• The date and time
• A description of what occurred
• Vehicle information, if applicable
• Photographs or supporting information, if available

Reports help the ACRD identify safety concerns, infrastructure issues, and repeated instances of non-compliance.

For emergencies, criminal activity, medical emergencies, or situations that present an immediate risk to public safety, call 911.

• Emergency = 911
• Bylaw violations or safety concerns = ACRD

No.

The ACRD's enforcement authority is generally limited to the Log Train Trail corridor and the requirements established under the Log Train Trail Regional Park Regulation Bylaw.

If you observe an off-road vehicle operating on a public roadway, highway, or other area outside of the trail corridor, you should contact the RCMP or the appropriate provincial authority.

For concerns occurring within the Log Train Trail corridor, contact the ACRD.

The Log Train Trail is a Regional Park asset that has been managed by the ACRD since 1993. Like other regional park infrastructure, it requires ongoing management, maintenance, and periodic infrastructure upgrades as facilities age.

Investment in the trail helps:

• Maintain public access to the trail corridor
• Improve user safety
• Maintain and upgrade trail infrastructure as needed
• Provide clear signage and trail information
• Support long-term stewardship and management of the trail

The approved updates also help ensure the trail can continue to operate under the updated Licence of Occupation and the Log Train Trail Regional Park Regulation Bylaw.

The ACRD's 2026 Financial Plan includes a $50,000 capital project for the Log Train Trail Lease Update.

This funding is intended to support implementation of the approved trail management framework, including:

• Public communications and education
• Installation of signage and boundary markers
• Trailhead improvements
• Access management measures required to support the approved split-use model

Additional maintenance and infrastructure projects may be considered through future budget processes as needs are identified.

Funding for the Log Train Trail is provided through the ACRD Regional Parks Service.

Trail-related expenditures are:

• Reviewed through the annual budgeting process
• Considered alongside other Regional Parks priorities
• Approved by the ACRD Board of Directors during adoption of the Financial Plan

No tax increase has been approved specifically for the Log Train Trail Update.

The implementation work approved for 2026 is being funded through existing budget allocations.

Any future funding requests would be considered through the annual financial planning process and approved by the ACRD Board before implementation.

The Log Train Trail is currently managed as Level of Service 4 for the trail corridor and Level of Service 3 for bridge infrastructure. This project does not propose a change to these service levels.

Funding to support these service levels is reviewed annually through the ACRD Financial Planning process. Operational funding requirements may change over time based on infrastructure condition, maintenance needs, safety requirements, inspection findings, and Board priorities.

Any future funding decisions would be considered and approved by the ACRD Board through the annual budgeting process.

The ACRD will manage the trail through:

• Regulation Bylaw enforcement
• Updated signage and communication
• Monitoring and reporting systems

Yes. Volunteer participation is encouraged.

Volunteers will:

• Work under community group coordination
• Follow established safety and construction standards
• Community groups participate through formal agreements with the ACRD

Formalizing volunteer involvement ensures:

• Safety and liability coverage
• Consistent construction and maintenance standards
• Better coordination of efforts