Travel Guides
Where to go, what to see, and why these small towns are worth the drive.
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Top 8 Lookout Points in Canada
#1000towns choice By Kaitlyn Hui No vacation is without looking at some of the attractions. We all want to feel like we can see…
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Summer
Top 8 Apple Picking Orchards in Canada
#1000towns choice Amina Rizwan Fruit picking/harvesting is a seasonal journey that usually occurs around the time of harvest. Farms that grow fruit will sometimes…
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Top 7 Zoos to Visit in Canada
Lions, lemurs, and arctic wolves — 7 small-town zoos and wildlife parks worth the detour.
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Top 5 Places to See the Northern Lights in Canada
Dark skies, clear winter nights, and aurora so bright you can hear it — the best small towns for northern lights viewing.
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Murray Ridge Ski Area
Murray Ridge Ski is a small ski resort. The area has been in operation from the 1976-77 ski season, and fort St. James manages it.…
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Little Jimmy Fry’s Ice Cream
Little Jimmy Fry’s Ice Cream is a wonderful gem that attends to those who love ice cold treats. Whether served on a cone or a…
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Miguel’s Pizza
Miguel’s Pizza has been serving the community in Fort St James since 1999. The restaurant is family-owned and operated. They show off their skill for…
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Sowchea Bay Provincial Park
The Sowchea Bay Provincial Park is a smaller 13-hectare park. The park is a wonderful destination for lakeside camping. The campgrounds are very spacious that…
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Mount Pope Provincial Park
Mount Pope is a 2,030-hectare park. It is a hugely popular destination for hikers and rock climbers alike. There is a 6.5km trail that ascends…
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Nation Lakes Provincial Park
Nation Lakes Provincial Park is a canoeist’s paradise. At 19,398 hectares, visitors can drift away from the world and venture through Nation lakes and many…
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Pat Gauthier Studio
For ones with an eye for art, Pat Gauthier’s Studio is worth checking out. Pat Gauthier is an artist focusing on oil, acrylic, watercolour, and…
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Cottonwood Park
Cottonwood Park is known amongst locals as the town’s flagship park and is located between downtown Fort St James and the lake shore overlooking Stuart…
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