British Columbia Vacation Ideas! Find Adventure Activities around the Province.

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British Columbia Vacation Guide and Activity Planner!

Ideas for finding Adventure on your next British Columbia Vacation!

One of the best things about British Columbia vacation is the fantastic adventure activities that can be enjoyed all year long.

If you're into skiing or snowboarding, then plan a trip to beautiful BC in the winter. If you like to hike and bike, horseback ride or just enjoy the outdoors - plan on coming anytime from March to October!

To help you with a few ideas on what to see and do, we've prepared a page that highlights some adventure activities that travelers and families may find useful.

Keep checking back as we update this page with exciting new ideas and destinations within British Columbia.

Exploring BC Mountains and Coast

Here's where you can enjoy the best of BC, with stunning mountain peaks including The Lions, Grouse Mountain, Golden Ears, and Whistler Blackcomb!

And the coast abounds with wildlife in places like Skookumchuck Narrows Provincial Park and the Lower, Middle, and Upper Lakes around Pemberton.

Adventure ideas on the British Columbia Coast include:

Whistler winter activities like skiing, snowshoeing, ice climbing and dog sledding.
Whistler summers provide endless hiking through meadows, alpine lakes and summits.
The Sunshine Coast is a perfect destination for hiking, kayaking and diving!
Plenty of mountain bike trails up and down the coast for all levels of riders.

Adventure in British Columbia's Interior

The interior offers an endless list of adventure from world class skiing in the winter to excellent cycling trails in the summer! One outstanding trail that stands out is the Kettle Valley Rail Trail which accommodates all levels of riders!

A few things to see and do when visiting the interior on your next British Columbia vacation:

Check out kayaking and whitewater rafting adventures on the South and North Thompson Rivers.
Biking at the Kamloops Bike Ranch and nearby Sun Peaks Resort!
Hike Berg Lake Trail in stunning Mount Robson Park!
Vast wilderness awaits in Wells Gray Country - your choice - horseback riding or mountain biking!

What to See in Northern British Columbia

The North is a haven for outdoor adventurers! Hiking and canoeing are popular here and there are lots of options when it comes to camping or finding that remote cabin or wilderness lodge. Horseback riding in remote back country areas can also be arranged!

Consider some of the following options for outdoor adventure in the North:

Base yourself in Prince Rupert for excellent whale watching tours and explore beautiful sheltered coves along the way.
Enjoy spectacular beaches and sand dunes near Massett, BC
Take a guided rafting trip down the Stikine River in Spatsizi Plateau Wilderness Park!
Experienced hikers - check out Mt. Edziza, Monkman and Tweedsmuir wilderness parks for a trip of a lifetime.

Vancouver Island Adventures

Mountain bike at Mount Washington Alpine Resort, climb the Crest Creek Crags, horseback ride along beautiful sandy beaches, or explore caves on self-guided excursions! The 'adventure' list goes on and on when you visit Vancouver Island!

Complete your British Columbia vacation by trying out these great outdoor activities on Vancouver Island :

Explore heart-pounding surf in Tofino - just like California and Hawaii!
Great Windsurfing along the Island's rugged west coast.
One of the best diving destinations in the world - including the world's largest artificial diving reef!
Spectacular marine wildlife viewing - whale watching tours can be arranged in most urban centers.
Hiking and walking adventures through old growth forests or along beautiful coastal beaches.

In and Around Vancouver

Adventure sights include the Grouse Mountain ride for spectacular views of Vancouver and the lower mainland. Don't miss the First Nations Canoe adventure in Deep Cove or the 'free' Lynn Canyon suspension bridge with short nature hikes down to the river floor!

While in Vancouver - don't miss Stanley Park and these exciting adventures:

Spectacular Deep Cove hiking from the North Shore to Horseshoe Bay!
Experience the Capilano Suspension Bridge including the new "Treetops Adventure" high above the forest floor.
Go whale watching from Steveston in Richmond to see resident pods in the wild.
Ski the local mountains only 15 minutes from downtown. Grouse, Seymour, and Cypress!

A British Columbia Vacation! Come and see for yourself why it's one of the Best Adventure Destinations in Canada!

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