W.A.C. Bennett Dam 
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The W.A.C. Bennett Dam, one of the world's biggest earth-filled dams, is 24 km (15 mi.) west of Hudson's Hope and reached via a scenic side-road. The W.A.C. Bennett Dam, which is 2 km (11/4 mi.) long, 183 m (601 ft) high, and up to 830 m (2724 ft) thick at its base, was completed in 1967 and holds back the 362 km (225 mi.)-long Williston Lake in the Rocky Mountain Trench.
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Must-see attractions nearby:
Peace Canyon Dam
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From Hudson's Hope the highway follows the Peace River north wards, mostly high above the steep banks, and after 76 km (47 mi.) reaches the Alaska Highway 13 km (8 mi.) north of Fort St John.
Hours:
May 19 to September 3: 10am-6pm
Tips: Prices listed are for tours.
In the off-season tours are by appointment only.
Guides: Guided tour included with admission.
Facilities: Restaurant or food service
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