the heart of british columbia

Welcome to Prince George, our vibrant city nestled amongst the fertile green of abundant forests and protected by land formations carved in the ice age. This lively and welcoming city is located in the heart of British Columbia and we invite you to take in all that we have to offer.

Prince George is home. Home to Pacific Western Brewing, the first brewery to produce canned beer in all of British Columbia. Home to Northern Lights Estate Winery, BC’s northernmost winery. Home to Otway Nordic Centre, Canada’s only fully lit set (10km) of crosscountry ski trails. Home to the Prince George Airport, which has the fourth longest runway in Canada. Home to Park Drive-In Movie Theatre, one of the last three drive-in theatres in BC. Home to the University of Northern British Columbia, Canada’s Green University. Home to The Exploration Place Museum and Science Centre, recipient of the 2017 Governor General’s History Award in Community Programming. Hometown of Alyx Treasure, 2016 Olympian in high jump. Home to the Wood Innovation and Design Centre, the award-winning tallest wood building in North America. Home to northern hospitality and culture.

Prince George is home to outdoor enthusiasts. With over 1,600 lakes, rivers, and streams within a 100km radius water sports abound. Tread forested paths through provincial parks, recreation sites, regional parks, and city parks. Ascend into the alpine on a rewarding day-hike through Sugarbowl/Grizzly Den Provincial Park. Walk or bike beside the mighty Nechako and Fraser Rivers. Discover accessible trails that weave through serene forests beside calming streams at the Great West Life Mobility Trail or in the

Ancient Forest Provincial Park. Cross country ski or snowshoe along lit trails within city limits at Otway Nordic Centre. Downhill ski or snowboard at one of four hills within a two hour radius, including the Hart Ski Hill, located within the city boundary. Get outside, experience our wilderness, and then spend the evening appreciating the amenities of our city.

Nourish your body with locally created food that reflects our northern region. Unwind by meandering through local museums, galleries, and historic sites. Attend

The Northern Lights arc- the Buckhorn area on the south side of Prince George one winter night. Prince George can get some great northern lights and the best I have seen are from May to October. a festival or community event and mingle with the people that call this place home.

Replenish your supplies before continuing your journey. Prince George is home to a diverse range of shopping experiences. Shop in the downtown area to browse locally owned businesses for unique products or find familiar items at major chain stores in numerous areas in Prince George, including at Pine Centre Mall, home to more than one hundred stores.

Submitted by Tourism Prince George