Coquihalla campsite

Too many to mention here are some of the recreational opportunities near Coquihalla Campsite! hopecamp@telus.net

Hell's Gate Airtram

Hells Gate Airtram Enjoy North America's Steepest Declining Airtram, Fully Suspended as it passes through the most traitorous section of the Fraser River Hells Gate, Named after Simon Fraser's Voyage in 1808, stating in his journal that no man should ever pass through here it was truly like passing through the Gates of Hell! Hells Gate is home to gigantic fish ways constructed to assist the millions of salmon the pass through the river every year. While Visiting Hells Gate walk across the suspension bridge view the river from many observation decks. There is an educational Center with videos and information and the history, the railway and of course the Spawning Salmon, The Salmon House Restaurant is Most Known for there Delicious Salmon Diners, but also server a wide range of menu items appealing to all crowds, Hells Gate features many little shops including there famous world record holding fudge factory holding the current record of 232 flavors of fudge set on July 1st 2006 The Attraction is dog friendly, and provides fresh water for you four legged friends. Hells Gate is open daily from Mid-April through to Mid October.

Fraser River Rafting Expeditions

Fraser River Rafting Expeditions Fraser River Rafting Expeditions offer great white water and float trips along the Fraser. You go for a day trip, a week trip and more! Camp over night on a sandy beach and watch the skies fill with stars. Fraser River Raft Expeditions know the Fraser the best, so when they stop for lunch you better believe its going to be the best picnic of your life! Learn about the area with the knowledgeable guides. You can also stay in the Teague Bed and Breakfast located right on sight. Fraser River Rafting Expeditions is a great way to enjoy the beauty of the scenic Fraser Canyon www.fraserraft.com

Fraser cANYON tUNNELS

The Fraser Canyon Highway Tunnels were constructed in the late 1950's to about the mid 1960's as part of the Trans Canada project. There are seven tunnels in total, the shortest being 57 m (190 ft); the longest, is 610 meters (2,000 ft) and is one of North America's longest. They are situated between Yale and Boston Bar.

Gliding tours

Thanks to the unique thermal air currents above Hope, you can experience the thrill of soaring in a glider across some of Canada most spectacular views! Amazing conditions, scenery, and location make Hope BC internationally famous with flight and glider enthusiasts! visit http://www.vsa.ca for more information.

Othello Tunnels

The Othello Tunnels in Hope BC is not only a beautiful setting in the Coquihalla Canyon it also has a holds great history and shows the challenges in construction of any infrastructure in the rugged Fraser Canyon, In the Coquihalla engineers forged through mountain cliffs and over the raging canyon to construct a series of bridges and tunnels that blast through the rugged terrain, you can walk along the path where the kettle valley railway once operated, learn about this spectacular piece of history, and view the magnificent Coquihalla canyon.

Chainsaw Carvings

Chainsaw Carving Capitol Hope BC known all over the world for the beautiful gigantic carvings placed throughout the community these carvings depict the wild life in the area, history, now over 30 different carvings a spread throughout the area and the even more can be seen through out the Canyon.

Salmon Spawning

Kawkawa Creek in Hope BC, Also known as Suckers Creek is a popular destination for those wanting to see pacific salmon spewing. Kawkawa Creek has different Salmon runs through out the year. To find out what salmon our running when you are visiting the Fraser Canyon visit the Hope Information Center for detailed information.

Beautiful Waterfalls in the Fraser Canyon

Waterfall Nahatlatch River Valley The Fraser Canyon British Columbia Literally has hundreds of waterfalls cascading of the jagged rock faces, wedged between mountains and large cliffs. So many waterfalls to display, too many waterfalls to see, While you drive through the Canyon be sure to you can view many of these waterfalls on pouring down the canyon walls. Many waterfalls in the area are a must stop and see. For example Grizzly, Mehatl, and Kiowiek Waterfalls in the Nahatlatch River Valley, Bridal Falls and many more. If you enjoy hiking this opens your opportunity to many more. Great for picnics, photography or just the simple enjoyment of nature. Start planning your adventure to the Fraser Canyon today and start enjoying our stunning waterfalls. For more information visit the Hope or visitor information centers for more information.

riding the canyons

Motor Cycle Enthusiasts around the world flee to the Fraser Canyon to enjoy some of Earth's finest Motor Bike riding! Endless supplies of winding canyon roads twisting up and down and all around mountains rivers canyons and creeks, cliff side up cliff side down, tunnels and bridges too many too count! The Fraser Canyon really is a Bikers heaven! Fallow the Fraser River Canyon, Thompson River Canyon and the Nicola River Canyon on the #1 and # 8 Highways. Great canyon summer weather hundreds of roadside attractions accommodations and dinning, the Fraser Canyon is no doubt Canada's Route 66! Explore this website to find out more on your motorcycling trip to the Fraser Canyon.

THE HOPE SLIDE

The Hope Slide 46 million cubic meters of earth, rock and snow smashing down in a matter of seconds from the over 2000 meter high mountain it came from. Filling the bottom of the valley with 70 meters deep. Outram Lake at the foot of the mountain was completely buried sending the water and soft clay from the lake bed were shot violently up the mountain on the opposite side of the Valley spreading to a south-east direction sweeping away everything in its path. Seismographs recorded to earthquakes the morning in the Nicolum valley, one these earthquakes was at 6:58 am the approximate time

THE HOPE museum & visitor information center

While visiting the Fraser Canyon be sure to visit the Hope Museum and Visitor Information Center, The Hope Museum is packed full of great memories memorabilia, photos and information about the vast future of Hope BC while at the Museum you can take your photo at of the Hollywood of the North photo booths located outside of the Museum. Also visit there Home gold mine where you can view the mechanics of a home made industrial used gold mine. This is a must stop for any Travelers as the site also serves as a Visitor Information Center.

kAWKAWA lake

Kawkawa Lake in Hope BC is a great place to beat the heat, with public beach, boat rentals and more also you can stay at one of the many local accommodations including great campsite, RV parks and Bed and Breakfast with private lake access. kawaka Lake is on the near the Coquihalla Canyon and the Othello tunnels. This lake has great recreational opportunities, including boating, fishing, and swimming. The Lake is also known for the beautiful spawning Kokanee salmon you can see spawning in the nearby creeks. To find out more about Kawkawa Lake Visit the Hope Visitor Information Center.

manning PARK

Manning Provincial Park is a most magnificent valley full of pristine lakes, wild life, canyons and valleys, lakes, rivers and streams. It is a heaven for outdoor adventure, beautiful scenery and much more! Manning Provincial is a bird watchers heaven with over 200 species of birds ranging in all altitudes. In the summer, there is endless mountain hiking. In the winter, you can go alpine skiing, snowboarding, cross country and skate skiing, and snow showing at Manning Park Resort.

Museums and Galleries

The Fraser Canyon has many Museums and Art Galleries to visit showcasing l amazing and interesting local history and beautiful hand made local art. While visiting the Fraser Canyon take the Time to enjoy these centers, spread throughout the Fraser Canyon.Jim and Vicky's Guest Ranch

sts guiding services

We Fish the Fraser, Harrison, Vedder & Pitt Rivers

STS Guiding Service offers world class Salmon, Trout, Sturgeon and Steelhead fishing on the Fraser River in British Columbia, Canada. We are located just 50 miles east of Vancouver on the Fraser River. Fishing on the Fraser River, Vancouver, British Columbia assures our clients some of the best Salmon, Trout, Steelhead and Sturgeon fishing anywhere to be found on the West Coast of British Columbia. We offer fully guided day trips as well as full inclusive fishing packages with lodging on the Fraser River. We fish all styles and methods including fly fishing, spin fishing, plug fishing and bait fishing for sturgeon. Inside our site you will see why fishing on the Fraser River and Harrison River area is considered world class.

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Start planning your trip to the Fraser Canyon today! call the Coquihalla campsite 1(604)869-7119, Toll Free 1-888-869-7118 or E-Mail hopecamp@telus.net

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