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Par kluseba le 4 Février 2023 à 23:382 269 avis
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Yellowhead Pass National Historic Site is a little stop along Yellowhead Highway that is situated right on the border of Alberta and British Columbia. There are benches, picnic tables and restroom facilities. It's also worth exploring nearby Portal Lake. The little loop on the eastern side of the lake takes about thirty minutes to complete and offers magnificent views of the surrounding landscapes.
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Moose Lake Boat Launch is certainly worth a detour and stop since it offers magnificent views of Moose Lake, Fraser River and the surrounding Rocky Mountains.
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Overlander Falls Trailhead is a mandatory stop along Yellowhead Highway. There is a little parking area for about twenty vehicles along the highway. Walking down to the wonderful Overlander Falls takes roughly fifteen minutes. The trail is a little bit steep, so make sure to tread carefully. The magnificent views of the falls are however certainly worth the effort. The trail continues westwards towards Mount Robson Visitor Centre for about forty-five minutes. The latter section of the trail is peaceful and quiet as most tourists tend to avoid to explore it and are missing out on an adventurous trail and magnificent views.
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Rearguard Falls Provincial Park along Yellowhead Highway is definitely worth a detour and a stop. Walking down to the falls takes about ten minutes. The different views will certainly make you want to stay for a while. Take as many amazing photographs as you wish while enjoying the beauty of nature to its fullest.
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The northern area of Beaver River Falls Recreation Site is only a five-minute drive away from the nearby highway. It offers a decently sized parking lot with enough space for camping, fishing and picnic. The views of the surrounding landscapes are truly magnificent. Make sure to check out the southern area with its hiking trail on the other side of the river as well.
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The southern area of Beaver River Falls Recreation Site offers a little parking lot and a wonderful trail along the river. Getting to the falls takes roughly fifteen minutes. The views of the surrounding landscapes are truly magnificent. Make sure to check out the northern area on the other side of the river as well.
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Bill Clark Memorial Park is essentially a baseball diamond with a few gazebos and seats available as well as public toilets. It's nothing outstanding but certainly a great gathering spot for locals.
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Saint Patrick's Catholic Church in McBride convinces with colourful walls and dynamic architecture. The building is very small but it has stood the test of time. Its unique look deserves a short detour.
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McBride's United Church is a beautiful little wooden building that has stood the test of time and looks rather charming.
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McBride Train Station is old-fashioned but kept in great shape. The building looks very nice and there are a few monuments nearby. Walking to the nearby hotels and motels should only take about fifteen minutes.
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Steve Kolida Village Park and Playground in McBride offers much space for children and young teenagers to move around and play sports. This location is only a ten-minute walk away from the nearby motels and hotels. This is why this spot is a great location for locals and visitors alike.
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Kilin Restaurant offers Canadian food inspired by Chinese culture. The meals taste decent and prices are acceptable as well. Customer service can at times be a little bit slow and distant. The interior of the restaurant looks old-fashioned but has a certain charm.
il y a 3 heures
McBride's Petro-Canada store offers gas for reasonable prices as well as some basic drinks and meals for more expensive prices. Customer service is particularly helpful and polite.
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Travelodge by Wyndham McBride offers rooms for acceptable prices. They are a little bit old-fashioned but serve their purpose for a short stay. Breakfast is very basic but many hotels don't offer them anymore at all. Parking spots are situated right in front of your rooms. The next gas station and highway are only two minutes away.
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LC Gunn Park offers decent views of Fraser River and Prince George. There are quite a few trails intersecting that make it somewhat difficult to figure out where you are and where you should go. A map at the park's entrance or even a pamphlet with information about the trails would be a helpful addition to this location.
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Vanderhoof Tourism and Cultural Centre is a great place to stop at while on a road trip between Terrace and Prince George. The tourism and cultural centre looks clean, modern and sharp. The surrounding buildings however bring Vanderhoof's past back to life and are worth a short visit.
il y a 5 heures
Northwood Park is a great place to stop at while traveling on Yellowhead Highway. You can walk along Bulkley River for a while and take some stunning photographs. There are numerous parking lots as well as picnic tables and restroom facilities for your convenience.
il y a 5 heures
Eddy Park on Bulkley River is a great place for a little stop while being on a road trip. There are a few gazebos and little trails along the river. You can enjoy the beauty of nature despite the nearby Yellowhead Highway. Parking spots are however fairly limited here and the access road is somewhat narrow.
il y a 5 heures
Tyhee Lake Provincial Park is a great spot for boating and swimming in the summer time. It's only located about five minutes away from Yellowhead Highway but this area is nevertheless calm and not crowded at all. There are plenty of parking spots and decent restroom facilities in the area.
il y a 5 heures
Smither's Esso is a gas station that convinces with reasonable prices, decent customer service and a satisfying selection of drinks and meals. It's a great place to stop when traveling from Terrace to Prince George or beyond.
il y a 5 heures
Cow Bay Marina in Prince Rupert is an excellent spot for looking at different types of boats, ships and yachts as well as for enjoying the magnificent natural landscapes surrounding this location.
il y a 5 heures
Pacific Mariners Memorial Park is a wonderful park with one beautiful monument and many other attractions such as little artworks, benches and playgrounds. The views of the surrounding landscapes are also worth a detour.
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Butze Rapids Trail is the most beautiful trail in the entire area. It leads you from Butze Rapids to many different bays. You are going to walk through the rainforest's magnificent vegetation. Walking the entire loop should take about ninety minutes. Make sure to be prepared for a humid and even wet environment when visiting.
il y a 5 heures
North Pacific Cannery National Historic Site is a wonderful museum that can be visited on a tour or even individually. The location has been kept in great shape and brings back the area's past. It's interesting to discover more about the people from many different cultures who were living here for work. The surrounding landscapes are also absolutely magnificent. You are guaranteed to take numerous beautiful photographs. The only reason why this excellent museum doesn't get the perfect rating is the fact that Skeena Drive, the road leading from and to this site, is extremely rough and even damaged one of my vehicle's wheels.
il y a 5 heures
The park around Port Edward District Office is very beautiful. You can find a few gazebos, a monument, a playground, beautiful vegetation and great views of the surrounding landscapes. This location is certainly worth a stop after a long ride from Terrace to Prince Rupert.
il y a 5 heures
Prudhomme Lake Provincial Park offers stunning views of the lake and the nearby forests. The location is situated right along Yellowhead Highway which makes it easily accessible but also somewhat crowded in the summer.
il y a 5 heures
Kitsumkalum TEMPO Gas Bar is located just outside of Terrace to the west towards Prince Rupert. The convenience store is big and clean and offers a great selection of drinks and foods. Customer service is very helpful, quick and sympathetic. Prices are fairly reasonable as well.
il y a 6 heures
Radley Park is a campground in Kitimat. It's located a ten-minute drive from the downtown sector. The views of the forest and the river are great. Sadly, the ongoing construction on the nearby bridge is both rather noisy and also an unpleasant sight. I would suggest visiting Radley Park in a few years from here to be able to enjoy some tranquillity.
il y a 6 heures
Giant Spruce Park obviously impresses with its ancient and gigantic trees. The road to the park is rather rough and parking spots are somewhat limited. The different trails are somewhat confusing and could benefit from some more regular maintenance.
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City Centre Mall in downtown Kitimat looks like a shopping mall that is still stuck in the eighties. Its architecture reminds of the mall in abandoned community Kitsault. Many stores are currently empty and only about half of the mall actually consists of open shops. The greatest element of this mall is the small Asian restaurant that offers great food that isn't available in similar locations. Locals should definitely go there and support this little business.
il y a 6 heures
Centennial Park is a beautiful park in downtown Kitimat with a great fountain, much vegetation and a few benches. It's a great place to relax at in the summer months. The park is situated right across the mall where you can find numerous parking spots.
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Kitimat River Provincial Park is actually as small visitor centre next to a small church with a tiny park with gazebos and statues in front of these buildings. It's a nice spot to stop at for visitors who are coming to Kitimat for the very first time.
il y a 20 heures
A&W in Terrace, British Columbia, convinces with quick customer service, great foods and drinks as well as excellent opening hours for travelers, tourists and locals alike. This might be the best place in town to grab a late dinner after an intense day.
il y a 20 heures
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Terrace, an IHG Hotel is a great place to stay at in Terrace. Customer service is friendly and helpful. Hotel rooms are comfortable. Breakfast is absolutely outstanding. Prices are moderate to elevated. The location is excellent as well since you are only forty-five minutes away from Kitimat and two hours from Prince Rupert.
il y a 20 heures
Nass River Bridge has recently been reconstructed and hasn't looked too beautiful during that long process. However, the views of Nass River and the surrounding landscapes are certainly amazing. There is also a beautiful little rest stop on the northern side of the bridge.
il y a 20 heures
Meziadin Lake Provincial Park is a wonderful spot for camping, fishing and swimming in the summer. This location is only five minutes away from a big convenience store and about forty-five minutes from idyllic small town Stewart as well as the border to Alaska. The only downside is that this beautiful spot can be quite crowded in the summer. If you truly want to experience the beauty of isolated wilderness, you might find even better spots heading north towards Dease Lake and beyond.
il y a 20 heures
Estuary Boardwalk is one of the most beautiful places to visit in all of Northern British Columbia. Visiting the entire area, taking some photographs and enjoying a break in the middle of nature takes at least one hour. The numerous excellent reviewers aren't wrong, this location is certainly worth a lengthy detour.
il y a 20 heures
Silverado Cafe & Pizza Parlour is an absolutely amazing spot for having dinner in Stewart. The local pizza and poutine are absolutely outstanding. The decorations make you feel right at home. Customer service is helpful and polite. Staff members even occasionally hand out little promotional gifts. Prices are reasonable for the excellent quality offered here. Make sure to stop here to get a hearty meal in a unique location.
il y a 20 heures
Stewart's Petro-Canada store has fairly limited opening hours that aren't convenient for locals and tourists alike. Drive forty-five minutes up north to Meziadin Junction instead to get a much better service.
il y a 20 heures
Welcome to Stewart, BC is a wonderful little rest stop at the northern entrance to idyllic small town Stewart. The bear statue is quite a sight and beautifully crafted. The nearby bridge and river are also absolutely stunning. Anyone planning on visiting this area should take a detour to Stewart since it exemplifies the splendours of Canada's Pacific Coast amazingly.
il y a 20 heures
Driving on Glacier Highway and witnessing the outstanding sights of Bear Glacier Provincial Park is worth a detour to Stewart on its own. Make sure to stop your car and take some memorable photographs. Respect the wilderness and let the beauty of nature sink in.
il y a 20 heures
This Petro Canada store at Meziadin Junction is in a beautiful log building and offers a great selection of drinks and foods. Customer service is helpful and quick. Prices are reasonable for such an isolated area.
il y a 20 heures
Bell Irving River Bridge is a beautiful metal bridge across the river of the same name along Dease Lake Highway or British Columbia Highway 37. The surrounding landscapes are particularly beautiful. Beware of wild black bears in the area. There are no nearby restroom facilities, parking spots or hiking trails.
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This little plaque between a highway and a small airstrip gives more information about the Yukon Telegraph Line. There are a small parking lot and some restroom facilities nearby. Other than that, there really isn't anything worth exploring here.
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Kinaskan Lake Provincial Park Campground is a wonderful little place to relax at. There are a few limited camping spots but also a few picnic tables and a ramp to the lake. Since there was no restaurant in Dease Lake, I actually bought a…
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Stikine River is a wonderful sight when driving from Dease Lake to Stewart or the other way around. Make sure to stop at the bridge to take some splendid photographs and let the beauty of nature sink in.
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Dease Lake Super A Foods is a small convenience and grocery store. You can find some drinks and snacks here that you can enjoy on the small patio. The only thing missing would be a tiny restaurant for visitors.
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Dease Lake's Petro-Canada offers gas for elevated but still reasonable prices. Customer service is helpful. The location isn't fancy but quite convenient.
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Arriving at Northway Motor Inn after the challenging ride from Watson Lake to Dease Lake feels absolutely amazing. The hotel rooms are big, clean and cozy. Customer service is helpful and polite. Prices are reasonable for such an isolated region. The only downside is that it's tough to get a hearty breakfast anywhere in this area.
il y a 5 jours
Allen's Lookout is certainly worth a detour and a stop. The views of Liard River are absolutely astonishing, especially at sunset in the summer. There is enough room for cars and a picnic but there are no hiking trails to be found.
il y a 5 jours
Smith River Falls are certainly worth a detour from Alaska Highway. The road to the parking lot takes roughly fifteen minutes and is quite rough. However, the trail is rather decent and you can make it to the falls within fifteen minutes. Make sure to walk carefully since there have been some mudslides and erosion in the area.
il y a 5 jours
Liard River Suspension Bridge is certainly worth a short stop and detour. The views of the bridge and the river are truly inspiring. The trails are however rather rough and improvised and there are plenty of mosquitoes around in the summertime.
il y a 5 jours
Strawberry Flats Provincial Campground is one of the most beautiful campgrounds in all of British Columbia. The campground is situated right next to Alaska Highway. Up next, the views of Muncho Lake are absolutely outstanding. There is plenty of wildlife to admire in and around the lake as well. The only inconvenience is that this place is rather busy with tourists in the summertime.
il y a 5 jours
Toad River Recreation Site is a wonderful little spot along Alaska Highway. The views of the river and surrounding mountains are amazing. However, there are no trails, the road is rough and the rocky terrain is not the best for camping.
il y a 5 jours
Tetsa River Regional Park offers a small campground by the river that is easily accessible and only a few minutes away from the highway. While access is convenient, there are other nearby parks that offer more tranquillity in the wilderness.
il y a 5 jours
A small gravel road leads from the highway to Muskwa River Recreation Site. The view of the surrounding river and creeks is absolutely stunning. This place is rather isolated and helps you become one with nature. However, there are no amenities to be found and the road can be rough at times.
il y a une semaine
Parker Lake Recreation Site is quite rustic and simplistic. There is room for a few vehicles, a trash bin and a little dock. That's pretty much everything. The view of the lake is nice but there are more spectacular sites nearby.
il y a une semaine
Service at this Petro Canada location in Fort Nelson has been particularly helpful, polite and quick. Prices are steep but this comes with the isolated territory.
il y a une semaine
Beaver Lake Recreation Site is situated right next to Highway 77. On the positive side, the lake looks beautiful and visitors are fully immersed into the beauty of nature. I was able to observe a female moose nearby. On the downside, the road from the highway to the lake is extremely rough and certainly needs some maintenance. Parking spots are fairly limited. Restroom facilities are very simplistic. Expect to face lots of mosquitoes in the summer.
il y a une semaine
Fort Nelson River Bridge was once a rustic wooden bridge that has now been modernized and updated very efficiently. It's now very enjoyable to drive on it when traveling to or coming from the Northwest Territories. The views of the surrounding natural landscapes are also particularly beautiful.
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