The Berg Lake Trail is an iconic multi-day hiking adventure in British Columbia, Canada. But what to bring on this unforgettable backpacking trip? In this post, I aim to help you create your own perfect Berg Lake Trail packing list.
The Othello Tunnels were carved through solid granite over a century ago, an engineering marvel that enables modern visitors to walk through the heart of the steep Coquihalla Canyon. This guide provides a full overview of the Othello Tunnels, covering their history, recent restoration, and key information for anyone planning a visit.
If you’ve ever driven through southern British Columbia, chances are you’ve passed through Hope (and probably stopped fo coffee). Spend a little time here, however, and you’ll realise that Hope is more than just a pit stop. The meeting place of mountains, highways, railways and rivers, it is abundant in natural beauty, history and outdoor adventure opportunities.
Did you know that you can see grizzly bears in BC’s legendary Great Bear Rainforest right from Vancouver Island? And from the colourful historic village of Telegraph Cove, too – combining wildlife and heritage in one adventure!
Want to see black bears on Vancouver Island? Head to Tofino! Spectacular Clayoquot Sound has such a dense black bear population due to its abundant natural food sources and mild climate. The best way to go bear watching in Tofino is to join a tour – here’s everything you need to know.
For countless travellers visiting Canada, spotting a wild grizzly bear is the ultimate bucket-list moment. In Campbell River, BC, we were able to do just that, at a safe distance in their natural habitat. It was truly a magical and, honestly, quite surreal experience – the best way to see wild bears in Canada!
Picture a turquoise alpine lake ringed by rugged peaks, a remote teahouse, and a meadow glowing with golden larches. Believe it or not, this isn’t Banff National Park. It’s Diana Lake, which is tucked into an alpine valley beneath the Brisco Range on the BC side of the Canadian Rockies.
The 22km long Berg Lake Trail, most often backpacked over several days, has it all – massive glaciers, jagged mountain peaks, steep forested valleys, dramatic waterfalls, and turquoise coloured lakes. Put simply, it’s a showcase of the very best the Canadian Rockies has to offer.
British Columbia and road trips go hand in hand. The province’s vast, spectacular landscapes make every drive feel like an adventure in itself. This post shares our top picks for BC’s best road trips, based on 13+ years of hands on experience.
San Josef Bay showcases true Vancouver Island coastal wilderness. For visitors willing to go the distance, San Josef Bay holds an extra surprise beyond its remote sandy shores and ocean vistas: majestic sea stacks, sculpted by the relentless ocean waves. Here’s everything you need to know.
Fallen in love with Lake O’Hara in British Columbia but don’t have a shuttle bus reservation to get there? Perhaps you missed the chance to join the lottery in March or didn’t realise there was a lottery system at all. Either way, this post is for you! I’ll explain how it is still possible to visit Lake O’Hara without a reservation.
The Okanagan Valley is the place to be in spring, especially in April and early May. Few other places in BC shake off winter this quickly. Discover how to spend 3 days in Vernon in spring, to enjoy the season to its fullest!
Want to explore Canada this year but not sure where yet? Here’s some inspiration for beautiful places to visit across this incredible country, from coast to coast to coast, based on our experiences travelling all 10 provinces and 2 out of 3 territories.
Featuring dramatic looking granite spires, Bugaboo Provincial Park is legendary for climbers. But it has a lot to offer hikers too.
The most popular route into the core of the park is the Conrad Kain Hut Trail. In this case, the journey is as exciting (and beautiful!) as the destination.
Did you know that there are basalt columns in British Columbia? The Aberdeen Columns near Vernon are a great example and a must see for beyond the beaten path enthusiasts. While the Aberdeen Columns are not the only examples of this type of volcanic rock in BC, they are one of the most accessible. Here are the details you need to go.
In the mood for a BC road trip but want to go off the beaten path a little? This Nelson to Revelstoke road trip may be the adventure you’re looking for! Combining beautiful lake scenery, dramatic waterfalls, forested valleys, rugged mountains and gold mining history, this itinerary is both interesting and visually compelling.
Vancouver Island has the highest concentration of caves in North America and Little Huson Caves is one of the best (and most accessible) examples.
This regional park offers the chance to explore a beautifully eroded canyon, with a turquoise coloured river, intricate rock formations and a spectacular cathedral-like cave entrance.
Alert Bay, also known as ‘Yalis, is one of BC’s most unique travel destinations. Welcoming, culturally rich and outstandingly beautiful, this island community offers solitude, discovery and all the ocean breezes you could ever want. Add the excellent odds of seeing wildlife (orcas, humpbacks, sea otters, eagles and more) and Alert Bay is a must visit.
With so many pristine natural areas (and over 3000km of coastline!), Vancouver Island is the perfect place to go camping. Read on for a complete guide to camping on Vancouver Island, including 25+ of the best campsites, insider tips and essential safety advice
Celebrate your connection or rekindle the spark in your relationship with a romantic getaway in the Okanagan Valley! Offering a blend of vineyards, lakes, orchards and rolling hills, the Okanagan is one of the most unique destinations for a romantic trip in BC.