Gold Rush Trail

The Gold Rush Trail is home to epic mountain biking in every corner of the region. But did you know of the many trails we have, Williams Lake is home to some of the best and most extensive!? The trail networks here grow year after year and Mountain Biking BC knows where to find them. After a day on the trails, stop in at the new Fox Mountain Brewing Co. for some craft beers as well. #GoldRushTrail : @olliegregoryjones While now is not the time for inter-community travel, now is the time to learn where you can travel responsibly with us when the time is right.

What better way to see the force of the mighty Fraser River than via a tram above it! Hells Gate is the name of the tram, but also the name of the abrupt narrowing of the Fraser River, located immediately downstream of Boston Bar in the southern Fraser Canyon. The towering rock walls of the Fraser River plunge toward each other forcing the waters through a passage only 35 metres (115 ft) wide. It is also the name of the rural locality at the same location. During the const...ruction of the second railway line in the river valley in 1914, a large rockslide fell into the river at Hells Gate, obstructing the passage of Pacific salmon needing to swim upstream to spawn. Salmon had difficulty passing through the now swifter water, and were appearing in increased numbers downstream below the Hells Gate passage and in tributary rivers and streams that they had not inhabited before. During this time, local Indigenous peoples assisted salmon past the obstruction and thus saving as much of the migration population as they could at the time. In the winter of 1914 debris removal began, and in 1915 the river was pronounced clear. However many biologists claim that the river was permanently altered and the salmon migration would forever remain disturbed by the slide. 1: Albert Normandin 2 & 3: Michael Bednar Photography While now is not the time for inter-community travel, now is the time to learn where you can travel responsibly with us when the time is right.

From Wines of British Columbia: A Sunday spotlight on Proprietor Heleen Pannekoek of Fort Berens Estate Winery located in the rugged Lillooet Wine Region. "...Rolf and I are currently working hard on a new strategic plan to bring Fort Berens and Lillooet to a higher level in wine-growing in the next few years. It’s super exciting to make plans again and discuss different options for the future.." : @roycesihlisphoto & @winebcdotcom While now is not the time for inter-community travel, now is the time to learn where you can travel responsibly with us when the time is right.

Cariboo traffic jam, yield to goats : @robynleanna While now is not the time for inter-community travel, now is the time to learn where you can travel responsibly with us when the time is right.

Map your journey to and through the Gold Rush Trail From the mouth of the Fraser to the Fraser Valley itself and into the South Chilcotin Mountains and the Cariboo, fall is alive out here with plenty of adventures waiting! #GoldrushTrail

In honour of Orange Shirt Day, a day in which we commemorate the residential school experience honouring the healing journey of the survivors and their families and committing to the ongoing process of reconciliation, today's special episode of the Gold Rush Trail storyteller series features Kwantlen Elder Hazel (Filardo) Gludo. Hazel is an Indigenous heritage interpreter at Fort Langley National Historic Site and descendant of the original Fort Langley. Here, Hazel explains... how her mother taught her to become resilient and proud of who she is after her time in a residential school. By sharing with us her own family history, Hazel teaches us the importance of honouring your roots, reconciliation and celebrating Indigenous heritage. For more information about Fort Langley National Historic Site visit their website at https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/bc/langley or to learn more about other Indigenous experiences along the Gold Rush Trail, visit https://goldrushtrail.ca/experiences/indigenous-experiences/ and https://goldrushtrail.ca/s/indigenous-cultural-experiences/. #everychildmatters Orange Shirt Day - Every Child Matters

There really is something special about watching a performance, play or screening in a restored historic gold rush era theatre. The Sunset Theatre, located in the historic mining and vibrant artist community of Wells, offers just this. Built in 1934, the Sunset Theatre was originally a movie theatre, however, over the past 86 years it has been a gambling house, town hall, and even a temporary morgue after a tragic mine explosion. Today, the Sunset Theatre is an architectural ...gem that hosts a number of film, theatre and musical events throughout the year. In this episode of our Gold Rush Trail storyteller series, we meet co-owner Dave Jeffery who explains the history of this special building and how he and his wife, Karen Jeffery, have lovingly restored it over the years to offer locals and tourists a memorable independent theatre experience. Learn more on their website at https://www.sunset-theatre.com/. Also, for further information about the colourful town of Wells visit https://goldrushtrail.ca//barkerville-to-wells-to-bowron-/ or discover other arts and culture offerings found along the Gold Rush Trail at https://goldrushtrail.ca/experiences/arts-and-culture/. See more

To honour their last day of the summer season, we are using this episode of the Gold Rush Trail storyteller series to celebrate Barkerville Historic Town & Park and all of the incredible interpreters that make this place so special. Here, we get the rare opportunity to hear from 6 of the site's interpreters as they tell us about what working at Barkerville means to them! Stay tuned for their winter programming at https://www.barkerville.ca/. To learn more about Barkerville Historic Town & Park visit https://goldrushtrail.ca//150-mile-house-to-williams-lake/ and https://goldrushtrail.ca/experiences/museums-heritage-sites/

Take in the Siwash Lake Wilderness Resort's Siwash Star Camp views from this private oasis until Thanksgiving weekend. We can't imagine a better place to relax and stargaze than this wilderness experience on the Gold Rush Trail. Who would you like to spend some time with here? : Siwash Lake Wilderness Resort / Taylor Burk Photography

Amber (Patenaude) Stratton's family has lived on and operated the 153 Mile Ranch for three generations. In the early 1900's, the 153 Mile Store, originally built by Italian settler Louis Crosina, supplied food and goods to gold prospectors along the Gold Rush Trail. In this storyteller series episode, we learn about what it was like growing up on the ranch and how exciting it was for Amber and her children to play in a store that is a real life early 1900's time capsule.

We can see why the 'Painted Hills' get their name Find these just north of Cache Creek along Highway 97 : @nicoleann_poitras

Have you been to Fort Berens Estate Winery? Meet Rolf de Bruin who along with his wife, Heleen Pannekoek, founded the award-winning winery in Lillooet, BC. Here he explains to us the pioneering spirit of the partners involved, along with what originally drew them to this special area. Discover more about Fort Berens and other experiences in Lillooet to the Bridge River Valley below

Is this what true happiness looks like? We think so : @abi.thompsonn

There's still time to book a memorable fall getaway at one of our many camping and glamping resorts! Many of our partners operate well into October and have availability waiting for you

Those Cariboo skies : @anna_m_hurley

Meet Pat Baron, a local historian and wealth of knowledge when it comes to the town of Likely and its history. Here, she tells us the story of her family's connection to the Gold Rush in the Likely area. Likely is a quaint town steeped in Gold Rush history that is located on the shores of the Quesnel River and at the foothills of the Cariboo Mountains. When visiting Likely in the summer, you may even have a chance to meet Pat, as she is a volunteer at the Cedar City Museum. Discover more about the town of Likely, the Gold Rush history and the adventures in the surrounding areas in our latest story below.

Discover Indigenous culture, artisans, textiles, and culinary at the Fort Langley National Historic Site. In addition to learning about British Columbia's past and establishment, Fort Langley educates and empowers through their Indigenous interpretation and storytelling programing. While you're there, don't forget to visit Lelm’ Art Cafe for a chance to taste modern Indigenous culinary. #GoldRushTrail : Tyler Cave Productions

This special story in our Gold Rush Trail storyteller series explores the origin story of the picturesque Xat'sull Heritage Village where the Fraser River runs alongside and has played an integral role in the community throughout the years. In this video, you will learn the story of this remarkable Indigenous heritage site from Thomas Shoen and Xatsull Elder, Ralph Phillips, that helped develop the site into what it is today! For more information, visit https://goldrushtrail.ca//150-mile-house-to-williams-lake/

Although once home to nearly 8000 residents during the gold rush, Yale is more known for the Yale Historic Site now. But while out there visiting the site and quaint town, don't forget to check out what lies beyond the pavement and amongst the mountains in this beautiful part of the Gold Rush Trail. : @ashleypreeper

Looking for gold? You can find it here! In an unLikely location, you'll find more than meets the eye on a fall road trip to Likely & the Cariboo Mountains. #GoldRushTrail

The Angler's Atlas Campers Cup Fishing Tournament is here! With prizes from Fawn Lake Resort and Sheridan Lake Resort Ltd (and more!) on the Fishing Highway, you can plan a fall fishing escape with the added bonus of entering the fishing tournament too! Find out more at www.anglersatlas.com/tournament/461/campers-cup-2020

Dark nights and bright lights on the Bowron Lake canoe circuit If you don't have time to fit this trip in this fall, plan this world-class, 5-7 day canoe trip for 2021! : @isaacclifford #GoldRushTrail

In the fourth episode of the Gold Rush Trail storyteller series, we meet Ralph Phillips, a Xat'sull Elder and Xat'sull Heritage Village (pronounced hat-sull) guide located on the banks of the Fraser on the traditional fishing grounds of the Xat'sull First Nation, just 30 minutes from Williams Lake. Ralph is passionate about his community and culture where he welcomes visitors from all over the world to share stories and Secwepemc culture. In this video, Ralph shares some of the impacts the Gold Rush had on his ancestors and more generally Indigenous people of this region. To learn more about Indigenous cultural experiences and stories along the Gold Rush Trail visit https://goldrushtrail.ca/s/indigenous-cultural-experiences/

Hike in Hope! With lots of trails to choose from, Hope is a great accessible adventure location in the Lower Mainland and on the Gold Rush Trail. Visit www.goldrushtrail.ca/journey/leg/new-westminster-to-hope for more info! #GoldRushTrail : @deeehabs

Soda Creek Sweet Corn is located on the historic Dunlevy Ranch perched on the banks of the Fraser in Xat'sull (Secwepemc) ancestral territory. In the third episode of our Gold Rush Trail storyteller series, we meet Linda Kauffman who explains the significant history of the area and her family connection to farming in the area. Soda Creek Sweet Corn offers fresh u-pick corn and other veggies running through until early autumn, so make sure to add a stop here to your fall getaway and pick up some farm, fresh goodies! For more information about Soda Creek and the surrounding areas check out https://goldrushtrail.ca//150-mile-house-to-williams-lake/. Also, learn more about other farms and markets along the Gold Rush Trail at https://goldrushtrail.ca/experienc/agri-tourism-and-cusine/.