smithers

Smithers is the place to start your outdoor adventure. Whether you enjoy horseback riding, hiking, golfing, rafting, fishing or skiing - you will find your activity of choice here.

Fishing

From lake trout to salmon and steelhead, Smithers welcomes anglers from around the world. Babine Lake to the north, including the famous Rainbow Alley delivers trout fishing at its best. Clear cold waters harbour rainbows from a couple of pounds, to much, much bigger! (And that’s no fish tale!)

Hiking

A linear park surrounds Smithers, providing 13 kilometres of gentle town and country walking. As you move a little further from town, there is terrain to suit everyone. The Hudson Bay Mountain ski area provides easy access to the alpine for hiking during the summer - and wildflowers splash colour across the meadows, so don’t forget your camera. If you want to hike for a day or a week - the Babine Mountain Provincial Park has peaks to climb, valleys to cross, and tales of history to be uncovered. Information on trails - is available through the Visitor Info Centre or the Bulkley Valley Backpackers. A great resources is the locally written “trails to Timberline” by Einar Blix.

Snowshoe

As the powder piles up on the hills and mountain, the snowshoes that many used (and some still use) for work in the past are now donned for pleasure. Instead of sinking in the fluffy stuff - you can ride high and easy. Snowshoes come in a variety of sizes and shapes and modern day materials now - making tramping on snow this way a lot of fun.

Paddling

The Bulkley Valley is studded with lakes - large and small and the surrounding mountains ensure a good supply of river water all season long. Rivers like the Bulkley, Babine, Morice and Kispiox are all within easy reach. Smithers is also home to great instructors in the paddlesports - canoeing, kayaking and raftingif you want to develop or improve your skills.

Wildlife

Imagine a mountain goat standing on the side of the mountain - where there’s nothing to stand on; a grizzly bear swiping salmon from roaring rapids; a bald eagle soaring overhead; the call of the loon...the sights and sounds of wildlife surround Smithers. From the antics of the river otter, to majesty of the bull moose - the sighting of a wild animal thrills us all. When you come to Smithers - experience the wild side of life!

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Are you ready for the thrill of a lifetime? Terrace is your gateway to the best outdoor adventure in the Northwest. From the mountain playgrounds to the raging rivers, get set to easily access four seasons of fun and excitement.

As the sun hits the highest snow-capped mountain peaks and descends into the valleys, illuminating the moss-drenched rainforest and glacial rivers, you know you have arrived in an extraordinary place. This is where the First Nations’ legends come alive, the legendary white Kermodei Bear roams free, and the worldclass fishing experiences draw anglers from around the world.

Our story is one of hiking and biking trails, world-class fishing, epic powder, authentic First Nations arts and culture, and friendly people. Majestic mountains, spectacular lakes, abundance of wildlife, stunning landscapes, and days filled with adventure create the perfect backdrop for your visit to Terrace. The options are endless.

Terrace is the ‘hub’ of the Northwest – a natural meeting place of rivers, highways and people! This is the place to re-stock your supplies, fill up on fuel and enjoy the local flavours and amenities that the city has to offer. In the summer months, experience the Skeena Valley Farmers’ Market – the largest in northern British Columbia, enjoy the live music at George Little Park, explore our endless mountain and lakeside trails. In the winter, enjoy epic powder at Shames Mountain, Nordic skiing at Onion Lake, snowmobiling on our local mountains, skating and ice fishing on our frozen lakes.

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