TRAVEL LIKE A LOCAL | Top 10,000 Places to Visit in Canada
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The signpost marks the end of the Silver Trail. Up 1800 meters on Keno Hill sits this landmark. The view from this area is immaculate; visitors will see the small town below, including its mining sites and hiking trails. The scenery is amazing for photographs or taking in all the beauty this town offers. The trail leading to this site gives visitors a chance to explore old mining sites and valleys.
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The Mining Museum once served this town as a community hall. It is a 1920s-style wooden building that holds information about the rich mining history in Keno City. There are photographs, equipment, early tools, and many more for visitors. It is open from May 16th to September 15th, and the,e admission costs are affordable for anyone visiting on a budget. Be sure to learn about this town’s silver and gold mining!
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Next to the Keno City Mining Museum is the Interpretive Centre. It is a newer building that provides information about all the natural history in the area. It is known to be the starting point for exploring Keno hills and trails.
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Geordie Dobson arrived in Keno City in 1952 and purchased the Keno City Hotel. He collected beer bottles because he believed there to be insulation properties in the glass. In 1970, Dobson successfully covered his house with beer bottles. He used approximately 32,000 beer bottles for this project. No one has resided in the house since Dobson left the town. Be sure to stop by and take pictures of the most unique and warmest house in Keno.
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The Snackbar once served as a bunkhouse for miners. Today it is owned by Mike Mancini and provides pizza and sandwiches for visitors. Stop by this small cabin for a delicious meal after building up an appetite from a long day exploring Keno City.
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If you are looking for a place to stay while visiting this cozy small town, look no further than the Silvermoon Bunkhouse. Equipped with full kitchen facilities, showers, and washrooms, you will have a comfortable stay. It is wheelchair accessible and accommodates short- and long-term stays.
Photo: Silvermoon Bunkhouse Facebook Page
A trip to this small town would not be complete without gazing at the Northern Lights. If your trip is between late August and early April, sit outside on a clear night and watch the sky fill with dancing colours.
Photo: Anthony DeLorenzo, CC-BY-2.0
