Travel Guides
Where to go, what to see, and why these small towns are worth the drive.
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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Our Lady of God Hope Church
This church is one of much history and heritage to the town. It was built in 1873 and is the third oldest church in BC…
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Paarens Beach Provincial Park
A wonderful and small provincial park located on the shores of Stuart Lake. Paarens Beach Provincial Park is a relatively easy drive with plenty of…
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Fort St. James National Historic Site
Fort St. James National Historic Site is a fully restored, century-old Hudson’s Bay Company post. This place details the civilization of what Canada was over…
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Top 7 Best Seafood Towns
Lobster rolls, fresh-shucked oysters, and harbour-side fish markets — 7 small towns where the seafood comes straight off the boat.
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