British Columbia Attractions

 
British Columbia covers 9.4 per cent of the total area of Canada, making it the third largest province. The province is characterised mainly by the two mountain chains of the Canadian Cordilleras and the geologically deposited plateau. The Coast Range Mountains are very rugged and carved up by fiords. The offshore islands, including Vancouver Island, are remains of another mountain chain, the Insular Mountains, and provide a unique form of landscape. Mount Waddington, at 4016 m (13,180 ft), is the highest in the Coast Range Mountains. The plateaux are 800-1200 m (2600-4000 ft) high, composed of Tertiary lava, ashes and freshwater deposits.
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The Crowsnest Highway runs east-west in southern Alberta and British Columbia, over the Crowsnest Pass. The diverse scenery ranges from mountains and forest, to hills and pasture land.
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Read More Kootenay National Park

Kootenay National Park is located in the Rocky Mountains and borders with both Banff and Yoho National Parks. Rugged peaks, glaciers, and gorges characterize the scenery.

Read More Lake O'Hara

Lake O'Hara, a striking turquoise color, lies in an extremely scenic mountain setting. Hiking is popular in the area and the number of visitors allowed in by bus is restricted. Reservations are required.

Read More South Moresby (Gwaii Haanas National Park Preserve)

Gwaii Haanas National Park Preserve was created to protect the forests and meadows, home to rare plants and animals. Sea kayaking tours are popular in the area.
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Read More Takakkaw Falls

Racing down from the Daly Glacier, Takakkaw Falls is a spectacular sight, plunging 254m over a rock wall. Visitors can walk up to the base of the falls, or hike up the opposite side of valley for better views.
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Read More Yoho National Park

Yoho National Park is home to some of the most spectacular scenery in the Rocky Mountains. High mountains, glaciers, rivers, and forests, provide outstanding terrain for hiking and other outdoor pursuits.

Read More Carp Lake Provincial Park

Carp Lake Provincial Park is both a historically significant area and a recreational area, popular with fishermen. The park includes the ruins of Fort MacLeod.

Read More Glacier National Park

Glacier National Park is located in the Selkirk Range of the Columbia Mountains and is an area of rugged mountains and dramatic scenery. The TransCanada Highway runs through the park, off of which are numerous hiking trails.

Read More Hart-Peace River Highway

Running from Prince George to Dawson Creek, the Hart-Peace River Highway is the northernmost east-west route across the Rockies.

Read More Mount Revelstoke National Park

Encompassing Mount Revelstoke, this park offers some beautiful scenery and good hiking opportunities. A road takes visitors to the 1,926 m summit.
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Read More Mount Robson Provincial Park

At 3,954 m, Mount Robson is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. The park features hiking trails up the mountain, taking visitors through forests and past incredible waterfalls.

Read More Rogers Pass

Rogers Pass reaches a height of 1,327 m and is an active avalanche area in winter. There is a Center with historical displays, as well as accommodation, food, and information on the region.

Read More Stewart Cassiar Highway

The Stewart Cassiar Highway runs from the Yellowhead Highway north to join the Alaska Highway. This scenic stretch is very remote with few facilities along the way.
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Read More Yellowhead Highway

The Yellowhead Highway runs from Winnipeg in central Canada to Prince Rupert on the Pacific Coast.

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