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Steeped in history and heritage this small community has
more
to offer than most bigger centers could only dream of... the weather... the
wildlife... the adventure... the scenery... the characters the list goes on.
When the California Gold Rush died the Caribou Gold Rush was born. Fortune
seekers from all over converged to "Gold Country" Spences Bridge was originally
known as Little Forks, After the Ferry was built it was known as Cooks Ferry,
Named after Mortimer Cook, the founder of the Ferry and one of the area hotel
owner. In 1863 the government commissioned Thomas Spence t
o
build a bridge across the Thompson River Canyon. Spence and his crew finished
the bridge in the spring of 1984 and barely had time to step back and admire
their work when unusually high waters washed the bridge away, Spence was
immediately commissioned again to build another bridge and this was finished the
fallowing year Thus Spences Bridge was Born!
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Murray Creek Falls
Murray
Creek Falls named after pioneer John Murray an orchardist, who ran one
of the first seed horses in western Canada. Experience the natural
wonder of this spectacular waterfall as it cascades and spills at your
feet. It is just a short hike with the trail head located at the edge of
town.
BC'S BEST SPORT FISHING!
A steelhead fishing heaven from October
thru December that attracts fishermen from
around the world hoping to catch one a world famous "Thompson River
Steel Head" Wild Steelhead over 30 lbs have graced the shores of the
Thompson. Limited Chinook fishing for those looking for something big
and bright with lots of spirit and fight! Great trout fishing begins
around June. The world famous Adams River Sockeye run passes through
town via the Thompson river every summer... a spectacular sea of red as
they forge the long and winding river to there spawning grounds.
thompson river canyon
The Thompson River In this region of British Columbia the Coastal
Mountains are rugged and desert like, The Thompson River Blasts and winds
its way through a narrow canyon passage as it makes its way to the Pacific
Ocean. The Trans Canada Highway (Highway # 1), from Hope through Spences
Bridge to Kamloops follows the Fraser
and Thompson River Canyons. The Thompson River meets the Fraser River at
Lytton BC. The Thompson Canyon is on the Dry Belt region of British
Columbia. The Thompson River
Canyons, is world famous for whitewater rafting sport fishing and outdoor
adventure. The Fraser and Thompson Rivers are famous for the Pacific Salmon
that migrate to their spawning grounds in the BC interior every year.
Spences Bridge on the Thompson River is known around the world and wide for
its steelhead fishing.
nicola river
The
Nicola River, originally Fr. Riviere de Nicholas or
Riviere de Nicolas, adapted to Nicolas River', Nicola's
River in English, is one of the major tributaries of the
Thompson River in the Canadian province of British Columbia,
entering the latter at the town of Spences Bridge. It is
named for Nicola ("Histesmexteqen") the most famous chief of
the joint community of Nlaka'pamux and Okanagan bands,
founded by his father and today known as the Nicolas,
(originally Nicola's people), as well is its basin, which is
known as the Nicola Country.
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 packing house
The Packing House an original apple
packing house for the widow smith apples, famous apples that were
shipped all over the world in the
1800's
a favorite by even the royal family. Now completely restored this
original historic landmark of Spences Bridge is now a favorite
Coffee Shop Cafe for locals and travelers alike. The theme-ing in this
friendly country establishment is amazing, depicting the vast history of
the packing house, the widow smith apples Spences Bridge, a small desert
like community located where the Thompson and Nicola Canyons meet!
Located in downtown Spences Bridge just of the #8 and #1 Highways on
Business Frontage Street. Open Daily from 10am-5pm
hilltop rv park
Hilltop RV Park
Located alongside
beautiful Orchids Farms and Gardens Hilltop RV Park has a great convenient
and quiet location, pull through RV and 5th wheel sites with full hook ups
available, and a sanitation station. Located 5km north of Spences Bridge
British Columbia Canada's hottest region along side the mighty Thompson
river famous for steelhead fishing, and white water rafting. While enjoying
the Tranquility of Hilltop's RV park and campground be sure to enjoy your
surroundings. Enjoy a garden walk about, collect fresh fruits and vegetables
from Hilltops store, or visit the many historical sites in the area!
Planning your next camping destination?
THE INN AT SPENCES BRIDGE
The
Inn at Spences Bridge A Canadian historical landmark is the oldest
operating road house in all of British Columbia. Built in the 1860's
this travelers resting point has operated under several names since it
was built nearly 150 years ago! The Gauruda Inn, The Steelhead Inn, The
Spences Bridge Hotel and the Hermitage Hotel, and now known as The Inn
at Spences Bridge, the history and heritage of this clean and cozy
accommodations have never been more alive! Enjoy 12 unique clean and
renovated guest room, many with amazing views of the Thompson river.
Continental breakfast is served
with
muffins and seasonal fresh fruit. The restaurant is open for lunch and
dinner and serves a great selection of vegetarian dished from around the
world. Home made pastries and snacks are also available during
operational hours. Located in the #8 Highway near to the junction point
of the Trans Canada Highway in the scenic Thompson canyon!
THE LOG CABIN PUB
This
beautiful log cabin pub is a great example of what a road side watering hole
should be! Located in the hot desert like region of Spences Bridge British
Columbia. A popular destinations for bikers or motor cyclists, because of
its location as a junction point between the Thompson Nicola and Fraser
Canyon's, a motor cycle riders heaven! A those enjoying the sport fishing in
the area, or for those cruising through the Log Cabin Pub is continently
located right of the #8 and #1 Highways, making for a great pit stop. The
beautiful log exterior will draw you in, Its what's inside that will make it
hard to leave! Touring the canyon? Visit the Log Cabin Pub in Spences Bridge
BC!
John & Laurie Kingston 1-(250)-458-2215
tHE SPENCES BRIDGE PANTRY
The country
pantry, just like the good old days this Old Fashion style pantry
(convince store) is chalked full of great items that you may need along
your journey! Groceries items including frozen goods and dairy, fresh
fruits and vegetables, caned goods an non perishables, fishing tackle a
selection of snack foods and beverages, various other items like
batterers and other last minute camping necessities. Located the the
original widow smith apple packing house in Spences Bridge British
Columbia, conveniently located of both #8 and #1 Highways on business
frontage street.
HILLTOP GARDENS
Hilltop
Garden Farms in Spences Bridge BC is a
historic country farm located around 5km North of Spences Bridge on the
Trans Canada Highway. Famous for there delicious selection of BC grown
Fruits and Vegetables grown in the sunny orchids and gardens along
hilltop plains, stretching from the mountain to the river banks in
the scenic Thompson river canyon. A popular resting point for travelers
Hilltop gardens boasts complimentary roadside washroom services, fruits
and vegetables store, RV park and campground, and there beautiful garden
walkabout! All of this while you enjoy the beautiful historic setting in
Canada's Hottest region! While enjoying Spences Bridge and the Fraser
Canyon be sure to visit Hilltop Gardens. Ask about there Delicious White
Rice Cucumber, an anomaly of nature, believed to be only found in
Spences bridge.
secret gardens
Secret
Gardens
in Spences Bridge British Columbia is located along the famous #8
Highway from Spences Bridge to Merit, along the Nicola valley near to
where the Nicola river merges with the Thompson river. Enjoy amazing
scenery as you enjoy there gardens on the hot summer days known to this
desert like region. Secret gardens has an onsite fruit and vegetable
store, garden walk about and public restrooms all beautifully located on
the banks of the rushing Nicola river a popular kayaking and white water
river rafting!
Kumsheen Rafting Resort
The Kumsheen
Rafting Resort is one of the finest wilderness adventure centres in
Canada located in Canada's hot spot - Lytton, BC. Kumsheen rafting trips
feature big waves, warm water and a desert-like
climate. With white water rafting trips on the Thompson, Fraser and
Stein Rivers th
ere
is a unique experience for guests of all ages. Outdoor enthusiasts can
also choose from scenic mountain bike tours, rappelling/rock climbing,
river kayaking, or view the spectacular White Canyon setting from their
outdoor hot tub and swimming pool. Kumsheen hosts and sponsors a series
of events throughout the spring, summer, and fall including the annual
Labour Day Weekend Lytton River Festival. Kumsheen’s 36 years of
experience and all-inclusive resort facilities can accommodate the needs
of groups as large as a couple hundred. Start planning
your adventure today!http://www.kumsheen.com
Plan your trip today!
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