Trip Ideas

Looking for a unique northern experience? Visit a land where true outdoor adventure awaits!

Prince George is the perfect place to go wild. Explore remote wilderness. See nature up close and personal. Spend the day at one of our many nearby lakes or venture through the forest on a serene hiking trail. If you’re seeking more of a thrill, coast down a back roads hill on your mountain bike, ski through some knee-deep powder or conquer the Fraser River in a whitewater raft.

Want a more urban experience? Shopping, arts and culture, dining and entertainment will keep you busy at our malls and unique downtown shops. Prince George is not just the hub of outdoor adventure in northern British Columbia; it is undoubtedly the cultural centre of the region as well. Even when your body is sitting still, there are plenty of things to keep the mind active. Theatre, dance, art, music and history complement the exceptional food and abundance of leisure activities that are integral to the city's urban flavour. Treat yourself to a professional performance at the theatre or get pampered at one of our many spas before sampling gourmet fare in a classy local restaurant. The possibilities are endless if you’re seeking a winning combination of fun and relaxation.

Our visitor counsellors will be more than happy to help you plan the perfect trip to Prince George.

Call, e-mail or drop by in person and let them share their personalized recommendations for the best places to sleep, eat and play. Or, follow us on Twitter and keep up with what the locals are doing on a daily basis.

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Barkerville
14301 Highway 26
Barkerville, BC V0K 1B0
(250) 994-3332

Unlike many gold rush towns from this era - which have long disappeared - Barkerville remains a thriving place, rich in history and full of life.  You can tour the town with one of the colourful characters from Barkerville’s past, watch the notorious Judge Begbie strike fear into the hearts

Barkerville actors cast

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Bearpaw Heli-Skiing Sinclair Mills, BC
1-866-550-HELI

For the most amazing backcountry heli-skiing you'll experience this winter, head out to Bearpaw Heli-Skiing. Stay in their first rate lodge and dine like a king after an exhilirating day out on the mountains.

Snowboarders and Helicopter

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Dog Power Adventures
14295 Chief Lake Rd
Prince George, BC V2K 5K1
(250) 967-4479

Check out Dog Power Adventures' sledding packages, from short tours for the curious, to extended  "Life of a Musher" for the totally intrigued! They offer the thrill of sledding with the  comforts of home, and canine companionship second to none!

Dog Power Adventures Dog Sledding

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Fort St. James National Historic Site
280 Kwah Road W
Fort St. James, BC VOJ 1P0
(778) 667-0111

Fort St. James National Historic Site is a restored Hudson's Bay Company post on the southern shores of Stuart Lake in the interior of British Columbia. It is commemorated as a centre of trade and commerce in the 19th century fur trade.

Fort St James employees

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Huble Homestead
40km north of Prince George, just off Hwy 97 on Mitchell Rd
Prince George, BC V0J 2S0
(250) 564-7033

The Huble Homestead is a living historic site that offers tours of heritage buildings such as the Huble House, Salmon Valley Post Office, and the Animal Shelter.

Huble Homestead sheep
1-888-566-7238

Just under 300km east of Prince George, Mount Robson Whitewater Rafting Co. hosts trips that are excellent for both beginners and skilled rafters alike. An unforgettable experience awaits you when you take one of the white water rafting trips on the Fraser River.

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Powder King Mountain Resort Prince George, BC V0J 2C0
(866) 769-5464

Known as "The Whisper of the North", Powder King is nestled in the pristine wilderness of the Canadian Rockies about 195km north of Prince George.

Powder King Hill
1-866-569-0188

Stellar Descents offers the ultimate river adventures in the Canadian Rockies! Whether you are interested in the wild rush of whitewater, the tranquility of a gentle river float or a multi-day raft trip, Stellar Descents can offer you a backcountry adventure experience. Located near Mt.

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Vanderhoof Museum
478 1st St W
Vanderhoof , BC VOJ 3A0
(250) 567-2991

 A 1920s historic village site. Our historic buildings are from the original village settlement and outlying district, circa pre 1930s. Take a tour of the buildings and view the extensive collection of artefacts, exhibits, and photos.