Top 10 Road Trips in British Columbia

By Lina Kunina

My own personal top 10 list of places to go when I'm on a road trip.

  • Harrison Hot Springs

    http://www.harrisonhotsprings.ca/

    The Village of Harrison Hot Springs is located in the beautiful Fraser Valley with its glacier fed lake, surrounded by mountains and clean fresh air. There are hot springs too. ;)

  • Gabriola Island

    http://www.gabriolaisland.org/

    Gabriola is just one of many small beautiful islands in Georgia Strait. It is an island of arts, and has a small population of just over 4000.

  • Tofino

    http://www.tofino.ca/

    Small but beautiful town on the western coast of Vancouver Island, where the shores touch the Pacific Ocean. Next piece of land? Japan. Remember, don't turn your back to the water on a windy day!!!

  • Hell's Gate

    http://www.hellsgateairtram.com/

    Hells Gate Airtram takes passengers to a pedestrian suspension bridge, where there is an observation deck, a restaurant, a gift shop and other tourist attractions. It was opened on 21 July 1971.

  • Victoria

    http://www.victoria.ca/

    The capital city of British Columbia, Victoria boasts many historic buildings and some of the best museums in Western Canada.

  • Bowen Island

    http://www.bowen-island-bc.com/

    Bowen Island, 12 miles NW of Vancouver and 20 minutes by ferry from Horseshoe Bay: hiking, beaches, restaurants, stores, Bed and Breakfasts and full marina facilities.

  • Kelowna

    http://www.kelowna.ca/cm/site3.aspx

    Kelowna is an exciting hybrid of amazing food and wine, vibrant culture and beach-based vacations on the shores of Okanagan Lake. Go wine tasting, fruit picking, or take a plunge in a cool lake.

  • Shannon Falls

    http://www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/parkpgs/shannon/

    Shannon Falls is composed of a series of cliffs, rising 335 metres above Highways 99, making it the third highest falls in the province.

  • Whistler

    http://www.whistlerblackcomb.com/

    Plan and book Whistler vacations including lift tickets, ski rentals, snowboard rentals, and Whistler accommodations. Great for scenic hikes in the summer.

  • Hope

    http://hopebc.ca/

    Within a half hour drive of Hope, there are awe-inspiring desert canyons, vast stands of coastal rainforest, rugged snow capped mountains, expansive alpine meadows and fast-flowing rivers.

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