British Columbia Adventure Travel Outdoor Activities Year Round!

There's nothing quite like an adventure vacation in British Columbia!

Its been our home province for the past 20 years, and we've had the opportunity to explore and experience some of the many sights and adventure activities the area has to offer!

And because British Columbia enjoys a mild year-round climate, its possible to enjoy endless outdoor activities no matter what month you choose to visit.

There's adventure in every corner of the province including its rugged mountains, its beautiful coast, and in BC's spectacular interior.

And don't forget about Vancouver Island - we'll show outdoor enthusiasts how to turn an island holiday into a fun-filled adventure!

Our British Columbia adventure travel pages begin here. Look below at some of our top picks for an unforgettable outdoor vacation in BC.

We list the most popular adventure activities in the Province like skiing, mountain biking, wildlife viewing, as well as numerous water-based getaways and excursions.

British Columbia Adventure Travel Activities

The province boasts several world-class ski resorts. Without a doubt, Whistler is at the top of the heap! It consistently ranks as the number one ski destination in North America, and offers downhill and cross-country adventures for at least six months throughout the year.

Big White resort in Kelowna, Silverstar in Vernon, and Sun Peaks in Kamloops are also extremely popular. We spent a week skiing all three resorts - There's so much to do, with all kinds of options for families, kids, and extreme ski enthusiasts.

Snowboarding, backcountry runs, and Heli tours - it's all here in British Columbia's southern interior!

Looking for outdoor British Columbia adventure travel recreation? The National, Provincial, and Regional Parks scattered throughout the province allow you many opportunities to see and experience some of the best wilderness areas in Canada.

Places like Cathedral Provincial Park, Cougar Canyon, Mount Assiniboine Park, and scenic Kokanee Glacier Park!

Where ever you go, there's always a place to explore. And in the summer months, hikers can enjoy all kinds of outdoor backpacking trips and perfect day treks filled with adventure.

There's excellent whitewater rafting on the Thompson and Fraser Rivers. Both rivers are large and deep! Numerous outfitters and tour operators along the Thompson and Fraser valleys provide all kinds of rafting adventures for both the novice and expert.

For river rafting in more remote surroundings, the northern part of British Columbia is a good choice, with plenty of untouched wilderness and stunning scenery!

The Muskwa-Kechika area is full of all sorts of wildlife and provides a stunning backdrop for some of the best remote whitewater rafting available in the province!

Whale watching is a fantastic experience that everyone can enjoy - and British Columbia is the place to do it! For the best whale watching adventure nothing compares to Vancouver Island! Here you can see all kinds of whales in their natural habitat.

Try kayaking with them on a self-guided tour. Or, book a trip with one of the many companies offering whale watching excursions throughout Vancouver Island.

Tofino, on the west coast of Vancouver Island is fast becoming the choice destination for viewing whales along with other impressive marine life.

British Columbia is becoming one of the top places in the world to mountain bike! Its challenging terrain, along with its spectacular scenery makes BC an ultimate destination for off-road adventure!

There are literally hundreds of active bike clubs scattered throughout the province - making it easy to plan a mountain biking adventure!

Depending on where you would like to go, there are plenty of choices for all levels of rides.

British Columbia Adventure Travel Destinations

Look here for British Columbia vacation ideas around the Province. If your vacation plans include a trip to British Columbia's Mountains and Coast why not try your hand at skiing or hiking in Whistler or kayaking on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.

In British Columbia's Interior there's plenty of canoeing and water based activities on the South and North Thompson Rivers, as well as horseback and mountain biking options throughout the province's vast wilderness.

Even the Northern part of BC offers excellent rafting options and remote wilderness hikes!

No trip to British Columbia would be complete without a visit to Vancouver Island where you can find lots of opportunities to surf and dive! If you're visiting as a family, you'll enjoy the fantastic marine wildlife including killer whales, seals and dolphins!

Most visitors to BC will usually find themselves in Vancouver, and there's a ton of adventurous things to do in and around the city.

Local mountains are only a 15 minute drive away, where you can enjoy skiing in the winter and great hiking and mountain biking in the summer months.

Its been said that British Columbia is the best place on earth and we think they're right!

If you're looking for adventure in British Columbia - there's something here for everyone!

British Columbia Adventure Travel - Plan on Exploring the Great Outdoors Year Round in Super, Natural BC

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