Historic Yale
Yale, BC was once the largest city north of San Francisco and west of Chicago.
The gold rush boomtown has now dwindled in population but the history remains.
Originally established as a trading post for the Hudson's Bay Company, it grew
with the gold rush and became the main terminal for one of the largest stern
wheeler
routes in North America. The museum, which is located in Yale, is
packed with great surprises. You can learn all about the rich history of Yale.
Beside the museum is the historic church. It is the oldest church in British
Columbia and still on its original foundation. The historic church is open for
viewing. Also located on the grounds is the National Monument to the Chinese railway
workers. Take a historic walk to view historic sights spread throughout the community.
This quiet beautiful community is right in the heart of the canyon. This area is home
to many great activities for all ages, especially outdoor adventure and exploration.
There is a lot of great hiking in Yale. From trails to backcountry, the views are
breathtaking. The photo above was taken from Spirit Cave trails in Yale. These caves
are known for the mystic whistling sound. The sound is
made when the wind passes through
them. Also in Yale are the Fraser River Rafting Expeditions that offer day trips, week
trips and more. Take a nature float trip or hit the white water of ?Hells Gate?. For
many decades, locals have said that Yale is haunted because of the all-girl private
school that burnt to the ground twice, the many people who died in the gold rush or
the construction of the railway. Some locals say it's a legend and others say
it's for
real! You be the judge. Come visit historic Yale and find out for yourself!
Spirit Caves Trail
Spirit Caves Trail is located in Yale. The Spirit Caves are a great trail to view the Canyon which overlooks
Yale.
At the top, the caves are hidden behind some large rocks. The caves are known for the mystic whistling sound made when the wind blows through
them. The trail difficulty is moderate and has some difficult areas. It is 5 km long and an elevation gain of 500 m. Round trip is
approximately 3 hours. To get there, visit Yale, which is 25 km from Hope, and look for the sign on the left
side of the highway.
Be sure to pack a lunch, lots of water, and bring your camera!
Lady Franklin
The Lady Franklin is a
beautiful large rock, or one might say a island in the middle of the Fraser River in Hope BC. This
Rock... Island was named after Lady Jane Franklin, Husband of Sir John Franklin an early explorer who loved this area so much
This Beautiful Area is along the Old Caribou Wagon Trail. To get there drive along the Trans-Canada HYW east bound through
Yale, across the small bridge take
for first right, and fallow the road that runs along side the Fraser River for a couple minutes. This is a great spot to stop for a
picnic.
Pioneer Cemetery
The Pioneer Cemetery is the resting place to some of British Columbians
earliest pioneers located off the #1 HYW in in Historic Yale,
This beautiful peace of history is a lush meadow like flats overlooking the banks of the Fraser River, Although This
Cemetery is
a beautiful resting spot for many settlers,
some of the history involving those that rest here is horrid. Locals tell the legends of tragedy And greed, a powerful
poison during the
Gold rush many gold rushers were murdered, and there spirits left to rest along the gold banks of the mighty Fraser.
And of course Al Hallows the all girl private school that burnt not once but twice to the
ground burning innocent children.
Many say because of some many tragic
deaths the Cemetery is haunted! The Pioneer Cemetery is open to the public, Although it is
recommended daytime visit those
who dare can tour the cemetery at night a choice not recommended by locals.
Alexandra Provincial Park
Alexandra Bridge Provincial Park is a small park centered around the site of the original
Caribou Wagon Road bridge over the Fraser River.
The original bridge was constructed in 1861 by Joseph W. Trutch and named after Princess Alexandra of Wales.
To recover the $45,000 construction cost for the 90 meter bridge, a toll of $7.40 per ton was charged.
Today a second bridge, built in 1926, sits on the site of the original which was dismantled in 1912.
The park was established in 1984.
It provides both rest stop and picnic facilities for travelers.
Alexandra Bridge Provincial Park is two kilometers north of Spuzzum and 40 km north of Hope.
There is a hiking trail that can lead visitors down to the site of the old Alexandra Bridge.
Part of this trail is remnant of the old highway from the 1920s. This trail is less than
? km in length one way.
Fish passing through this area to tributaries of the Fraser include Pink, Chum,
Spring, Coho and Sockeye. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have
the appropriate
license.
The park is open April 28 to October 9.
Spuzzum
Spuzzum BC a small community almost non-existent these days, made famous for the T-shirt "Where the Heck is Spuzzum?" This small community between the Alexandra Suspension Bridge, and Yale BC was once a popular tourist stop in the 50's,60's,70's, Even hosting there very own Playboy Bunny Restaurant. Since The Spuzzum era was at its highest most of the community has burnt down, including the road side service station which burnt down 10 years ago. Now there is really nothing left, not even a road sign. 30 years later the T-Shirt that helped made this roadside attraction popular really has a meaning now, Where the Heck is Spuzzum! Start Planning your trip to the Fraser Canyon today! Can you find Spuzzum?
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.
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