This summer, create your own Northern BC Moment.
A land of mountains, forest, rivers and coastline so big, wild and remote that it’s hard to grasp its enormity. Visitors come to Northern BC to experience natural wonders and unlimited adventure, and the region never fails to meet their expectations.
Start the journey to Northern BC with BC Ferries on the Inside Passage route. The 500 kilometre voyage is from Port Hardy on the northern tip of Vancouver Island to Prince Rupert on BC’S northwest coast, just below the Alaska Panhandle. Experience spectacular coastal scenery; towering mountavins, dramatic fjords and lush, remote islands can be enjoyed from aboard the Northern Expedition, BC Ferries’ newest vessel.
As the ferry arrives at the port city of Prince Rupert, an adventure begins. Travel the Yellowhead Highway east along the mighty Skeena River, through river valleys and into the heart of Northern BC.
On the Hart Highway, through the scenic Pine Pass is Chetwynd. It’s nestled in where the eastern foothills of the Rocky Mountains meet the expanse of the Peace River country. Chetwynd is hosting the annual International Chainsaw Carving Championship from June 7 to 10, and a collection of over 80 impressive sculptures is on permanent outdoor display around the community.
Dawson Creek is Mile 0, the official start of the world- famous Alaska Highway. Explore the many cultural attractions in town including an art gallery housed in an old grain elevator and the Alaska Highway House, a new interpretive centre that tells the story of the highway. The 1,500 mile route through the wilderness to the Yukon and Alaska was built in record time during World War II as a critical transportation and supply link. Today travelling this epic road is a once in a lifetime adventure and draws visitors from around the world. The journey north continues to Fort St.
John at Mile 47, and it is the largest city on the BC portion of the Alaska Highway. Although it sits on the edge of the picturesque and rural Peace River Valley, Fort St. John is a vibrant and energetic place. It is known as the Music Capital of Northern BC and there are live events happening regularly around town.
Further up the highway at Mile 300 is Fort
Nelson in the Northern Rockies. Making the journey to this far northeast corner of BC is well worth it. The area boasts some of the province’s most spectacular landscapes, including Stone Mountain and Muncho Lake Provincial Parks, and is home to abundant wildlife like Stone’s sheep, grizzly bears and mountain caribou.