Vancouver, Coast & Mountains
Vancouver, Coast & Mountains offers a diverse range of world class cultural, recreational, natural and wildlife attractions
year-round. From internationally acclaimed entertainment and attractions in Metro Vancouver, cycling, hiking or boating
on the Sunshine Coast, driving through Sea to Sky Country with its scenes of glacier carved peaks and waterfalls on the way
to Whistler Resort or enjoying the rich history and thrilling adventure of the Mighty Fraser Country.
Inukshuk at English Bay, Vancouver - Josh McCulloch/PictureBC
Mighty Fraser Country Metro Vancouver
East from Metro Vancouver is Mighty Fraser Country through which runs Greater Vancouver is truly a year-round paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Where
the Fraser River, one of the world’s greatest salmon-producing river systems. mountains meet the sky and lush, plentiful parkland and ocean beaches await
This area offers farming experiences, wineries to explore and great fi shing you. There are more than 150 galleries, museums, theatres and clubs and over 25
opportunities. The Fraser Canyon affords the visitor outstanding views and cuisines offered in numerous restaurants, bistros and cafes. You can ski, golf and
rock formations as the river cuts through the Coast Mountains. The Fraser is go sailing all in one day and catch an opera or musical by night.
the focus for the area’s economy, transportation and culture. Following the First
Nations people, it became the Cariboo Wagon Trail, onto the Gold Rush Trail and
Coast Mountain Circle Route
fi nally the route for both the Canadian National and Canadian Pacifi c railways.
Traversing the mountains, forests and canyons of the Coast Mountain Circle
Route provides an awe-inspiring trip showcasing some of British Columbia’s
Sea to Sky Country natural attributes that make the province a world-renowned place of wilderness
Northeast of Metro Vancouver is Sea to Sky Country and the famous resort area beauty. Visitors can enjoy guided educational and historical trips, search out
of Whistler, home to many of the events for the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. unique arts and cultural events and visit the many communities enroute each
Whistler is a skier’s dream! The drive to Whistler on Highway 99 along Howe offering a variety of experiences.
Sound offers stunning vistas of towering rock faces that plunge into the sea,
mountains of glimmering ice, sparkling lakes and immense natural forests.
The Coast Mountain Circle Route provides any visitor to British Columbia a truly
remarkable vacation opportunity covering 568 km (341 mi). The tour takes three
Sunshine Coast
to fi ve days or more if you desire, and winds through misty coastal mountains
Heading northwest by ferry from Metro Vancouver (Horseshoe Bay) to
and into the province’s rain shadow and dry highland plateau. It takes you
Langdale, visitors can follow over hundreds of miles of rugged coastline from
through historic Gold Rush Country following the path of the gold seekers down
Metro Vancouver on up the Sunshine Coast to Desolation Sound. The stunning
the Thompson and the raging Fraser Rivers.
scenery of secluded beaches, bays and fjords, lush forests of red cedar and
Douglas fi r does not disappoint nor does the exceptional fi shing, including
More Information:
fi ve species of salmon, and scuba diving. Named for its 2,400 hours of annual
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sunshine the lifestyle here is relaxed and is home to internationally known
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artists, musicians and artisans.
www.camping.bc.ca
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