Your adventure awaits under vast open skies with plenty of room to wander in the heart of British Columbia’s wild – the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast.
An authentic frontier featuring untamed land framed by rolling hills and coastal mountains: boasting diverse landscapes, abundant nature and wildlife, rich history and friendly communities. Embark on a road-tripping tour complete with camping, bucket-list wilderness resorts, guest ranches or heli-tours. Explore the wild west, where the BC gold rush trail burgeoned, and learn about the province’s Indigenous history and take in unique cultural experiences. Renew your sprit and reconnect with yourself in an awe-inspiring place waiting your discovery.
Just over 150 years ago, the lure of instant riches changed the face of British Columbia forever, beckoning prospectors and settlers to try to make their fortunes finding gold deposits throughout the province. Today, the rolling hills, mountains, rivers, lakes and wildlife inspire both adventurers and history buffys to set their path along the original Cariboo Waggon Road on the Gold Rush Trail, where one has the opportunity to glimpse pioneer cabins, groves of aspen, wildflower meadows, and serene lakes. Explore historic sites highlighting BC’s rich history, visit a guest ranch, learn about Indigenous history and culture, trek trails on mountain bike or on foot, spot local wildlife and continue along the historic path of the Gold Rush Trail at your own pace.
On this great Chilcotin plateau, full of frontier spirit, discover a world where people scarcer but wildlife is plentiful, and the landscape is larger than life in British Columbia’s living “Wild West!” Continue exploring along the golden plateau as it meets the peaks of the Coast Mountain Range, heading into the backcountry by air or by ground, fishing in tranquil, isolated lakes, or head to the high alpine by packhorse. A remote and geographically diverse area, the Chilcotin is rich in history and Indigenous culture, full of pioneering spirit and an ideal place to head for exploration.
The Great Bear Rainforest draws visitors with it’s wild, rugged beauty. Fish, hike, bike, kayak, take a wildlife eco-tour and enjoy the natural splendour of this incredible region. Surrounded by mountains, old-growth forests, and a myriad of inlets connecting to the Pacific Ocean, explore forests and trails or get out on the water. Indigenous culture here remains strong as one delves into the region’s history walking among giant cedars or taking a tour through a local guide. Fish the rivers or head out on the ocean with a guided tour to find the best spots for salmon and halibut while spotting local and transient whales and other wildlife among the tranquil scenery.
Extending between 93 Mile on Highway 97 and Little Fort on Highway 5 – discover and delight in BC’s Land of Hidden Waters, the area surrounding BC’s famed “Fishing Highway” (Highway 24). Known for its access to hundreds of crystal clear lakes supplying some of BC’s best freshwater fishing, watersports, camping, and exploration, this area is ideal for outdoor adventurers looking to spend time on the water or out exploring the trails.
