Points of Interest

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.

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

Salmon Spawning

THE HOPE SLIDE

THE HOPE museum & visitor information center

kAWKAWA lake

Nahatlatch Lakes

To get to the Nahatlatch River Lakes and River Valley, take the Trans-Canada Highway, head east until you reach Boston Bar, turn left and head through North Bend and then follow Chaumox Road. The drive is amazing! Along the west side of the Fraser, you will cross many stunning creeks, ponds and scenery. You will pass over a large bridge that is high over the marvelous jade green Nahatlatch River. As you cross the bridge you are entering the Nahatlatch Canyon and the next stretch winds along the northeastern side of the river. While you are driving, the Canyon starts opening into the River Valley that is separated by four amazing lakes. Each lake has their own unique color. The Nahatlatch has many great activities to offer such as our white water rafting which we are famous for. The Nahatlatch River has some of the best white water in Western Canada. Cabin rentals are available and many campgrounds are spread throughout the area.

Lightning Lake

Harrison Lake

manning PARK

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 for more information visit www.hellsgateairtram.com

Fraser River Rafting Expeditions

www.fraserraft.com

Kumsheen Rafting Resort

Reo Rafting Resort

REO Rafting If you like wild white water rafting then look to the Nahatlatch River Valley. They provide some of Western Canada's finest and most exhilarating white water experiences located right on the Nahatlatch River. It is known for the wild white water and absolutely breathtaking scenery. The Nahatlatch offers a variety of venues from float trips on the lakes, to the pumping white water action from the upper and lower canyon. Other great rafting adventures available include the Thompson River, Nicola River and the Stein Valley. The Stein is famous around the world. It is Canada's most unique and challenging rafting run with a drop of 150 ft per kilometer. The Stein Valley is a protected region of wildlife and untouched forest. There is no road so all the gear must be hiked in. It truly is nature at its finest!  

www.reorafting.com

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.

DINOTOWN

Dinotown is North America's only cartoon dinosaur town featuring one of a kind experience includes live show, fun safe ride and  attractions all designed for an entire day of family fun located in Bridal Falls BC, near Minter Gardens and the Trans-Canada Waterslides. Dinotown is a great attraction for your family trip to the Fraser Canyon

MINTER GARDENS

Nestled Against 7000 foot Mt. Cheam in beautiful 'Super Natural" British Columbia is one of the most spectacular show gardens in the world! Eleven themed gardens are designed to dazzle the senses with massive displays of artistic floral designs. Minter Gardens hosts excellent group events including weddings and corporate. While visiting the Fraser Canyon be sure to visit Minter Gardens located in Bridal Falls near Dinotown and the Trans Canada Waterslides

Trans Canada waterslides

The Trans Canada Water Slides is a great way to cool down in those hot summer days. This great attraction features a great selection of waterslides including "The Black Hole", A water tubing park,  small water slides for children with a children play park, mini golf, large picnic area with ample parking, located near Dinotown and Minter Gardens in Bridal Falls BC

Attractions

Tugboat Junction, the ultimate adventure themed 18 hole mini golf park for the whole family. Located in beautiful Harrison Hot Springs, Tugboat Junction has splashing waterfalls, extensive landscape gardens, train station club house and train rides. Tugboat is wheelchair accessible. A great Family Attraction while Visiting the Fraser Canyon Start Planning you trip today!

Jim and Vicky's Guest Ranch

Jim and Vicky's Trail Rides and Guest Ranch in North Bend BC is a must see! Horse Back Trail Rides for all ages, Jim and Vicky's offer beautiful trail rides through out the Fraser Canyon and there trail guides are well educated on the rich history of the area. Wake up in a historic 1906 home to a delicious breakfast made to your standards and dietary needs. Enjoy beautiful guided Horse Back Rides, Guided Hiking Tours, Gold Panning and many local activities throughout the day! Call 1-866-MOUNT UP for reservations!

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.

www.guidebc.com

The falls golf course & resort community

The Hells Gate Salmon Fishways

In 1917 the International Pacific Fisheries Commission was formed by Canada and the United States. Since that time, efforts have been made to improve the run of salmon to the spawning beds. This was brought about by the construction of fishways. These fishways help the salmon through the difficult sections of the Fraser River System. Fishways are now at Yale, Hell's Gate and Bridge River Rapids. The Hell's Gate Fishways were opened in 1945. Their effect on migrating salmon can be shown throughout the experience at the Quesnel Lake System. In 1941 only 1100 fish reached the spawning beds, by 1973 the number had increased to over 250,000 fish, and in 1981 this number had increased again to over 800,000 fish! These increased numbers mean to the fishermen a catch of several million fish. The survival rate of young salmon has been improved through the construction of artificial spawning channels. These are now in operation at Weaver Creek, Gates Creek, Pitt River and Nadina River. These serve the sockeye population, while a further channel at Seton Creek has been built for pinks. The Weaver Creek Channel, completed in 1965, produced, in its first five years of operation, a total catch to fishermen of over 600,000. The Fisheries Commission hopes, over time, to restore the Fraser River to its pre-1913 status as a salmon stream.

www.hellsgateairtram.com

Blue Lake Resort

  Blue Lake Resort located 10 minutes east of Boston Bar BC offers travelers a relaxing family oriented environment located in a quiet secluded lake front resort with easy access from the Trans Canada HYW Blue Lake Resort offers campsites for tents, RV'S, 5th wheels and other recreation vehicles, Cabin Rentals, General Store, Swimming area with docs and boat & canoe rentals. visit www.bluelakeresort.com for more information

Lake of the Woods

Lake Of the Woods is a small lake located right as you begin your journey into the heartland of the Fraser Canyon. This lake with great highway access provides a great spot on all of those HOT canyon summer days, Stop by for a quick dip or enjoy the day at this shady picnic spot located on the banks of the lake. also located on the lake is the Lake of the Woods resort providing accommodations and dining right on the lake front. To visit this beautiful lake take the trans-Canada HWY 5 minutes east of hope

old Alexandra lodge

Since 1858 there has always been a lodge or road house at the Chapman's Sandbar in the Fraser Canyon. This is only 4 years earlier of when the caribou wagon train was opened Originally it was thought that this building dated to 1864 and in the 1970's it was designated as the second most historic building in British Columbia, although it still remains a controversy weather or not sections of the lodge was indeed apart of the 1864 structure the Provincial Government Removed its historical status 10 years later. It is said that the current building was the third lodge constructed in the 1920's Currently this historic lodge is being used as a residence as it awaits restoration hopefully in the future. This site is located on the Trans Canada HYW on the east side of the Alexandra Provincial Park.

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