Top Things to do in Smithers
The 10 Best Things to do in Smithers, Canada
Discover the best top things to do in Smithers, Canada including Crater Lake, Twin Falls/Glacier Gulch Trails, Bulkley Valley Museum, Hudson Bay Mountain Resort, Babine Mountains Provincial Park, Smithers Visitor Centre, Moricetown Canyon, Smithers Brewing Co., Driftwood Canyon Provincial Park, Tyhee Lake Provincial Park.
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1. Crater Lake
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Maddurian96 - Vancouver, Canada
The drive up to the entrance of the Crater Lake Trail was interesting as you have to drive about 19 kms on a gravel road to reach the Hudson Bay Mountain Ski Resort. The hike starts off quite steep as you walk between chalets on either side. After 20 mins or so, the trail levels off and the rest of the hike is not that bad. You'll be trekking through a vast field and from here you can see exactly where you need to go....towards the base of the glacier. As you approach the lake, the winds pick up and it can become quite chilly. I only stayed about 10 mins for a snack, then started heading back down due to the cold. You will be hiking on rocks, so it can be dangerous if it's raining. It took me about 1 hr 45 mins to go up and back down, stopping only for drinks and photos. The view of the lake was good, but I actually enjoyed the section near the start of the hike because you are hiking past beautiful pine trees.
2. Twin Falls/Glacier Gulch Trails
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By davidwm55 - West Vancouver, Canada
Very scenic views from the platform at the end of an easy trail (up hill). Worth the short drive from Smithers and the short hike. Do it!
3. Bulkley Valley Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Explore the natural and human history of Smithers and the surrounding Bulkley Valley at the Bulkley Valley Museum! Located in the historic Central Park Building, the Museum features engaging and informative temporary and permanent displays on local history and culture, including Driftwood Canyon fossils, and Smithers' "gift to civilization" - the egg carton! Explore the streets of Smithers with our free historical walking tour - your guide to historic buildings and spaces of Smithers. The Museum is fully accessible, has ample on-site parking for RVs, and has a kid-friendly scavenger hunt activity. The Bulkley Valley Museum is yours to discover. The Museum is open to the public with occupancy limits and COVID cleaning procedures in place. Please visit https://bvmuseum.org/visit/ for details on our COVID safety plan.
4. Hudson Bay Mountain Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Hudson Bay Mountain Resort is a community focused ski resort located 20km west of Smithers in beautiful Northern British Columbia. In operation since 1969 Hudson Bay Mountain Resort offers over 300 acres of skiable terrain and over 500 meters of lift accessed vertical, offering a wide variety of terrain, for beginners, novice and advanced skiers and snowboarders.
Reviewed By MtCheam - Abbotsford, Canada
It seems to me that this hidden gem is a secret to all but the locals. An excellent ski hill with two t bars and one chair lift (at least that were open when we were there). There was hardly anyone there on a weekday and we skied to the lifts without any waits. Great long runs and awesome snow conditions. Many long runs and forested trails. There is a ski rental shop at the lodge. Not the best equipment I’ve ever had but certainly adequate. The lodge doesn’t offer breakfast but had an excellent lunch special and, of course a good lounge. We loved the resort and highly recommend it!
5. Babine Mountains Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By RamblinTam - Smithers, Canada
There are a network of well maintained trails in the park, each with its own unique character. You can make circle routes if you have a map and experience navigating in type mountains. Harvey Mountain trail is steep , but gets you to alpine quickly. McCabe trail is a nice grade and provides views much of the way there is a lookout north of the trail in the alpine. The Silverking trail follows an old road and takes you to a very nice cabin in a scenic valley with historic mining activity. Small nightly fee to stay. Bring your own sleeping mat and sleeping bag. There are numerous other trails including Little Joe Lakes and several trails not found on the maps. If you are in for a grueling full day bike ride, you can cross the mt range from the east. Some great scenery, but for fit cyclists who like wilderness riding. Be prepared to see mountain goats and few people.
6. Smithers Visitor Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 23 reviews
The Smithers Visitor Centre is the place to receive answers to all your questions about the beautiful Bulkley Valley. Drop by and ask our friendly and knowledgeable staff questions concerning your travel or Smithers, and we will do our best to assist you. We can't wait to meet you!
7. Moricetown Canyon
8. Smithers Brewing Co.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
A small craft brewery in a little mountain town in Northern BC. 8 taps of in-house craft beer plus cider and kombucha.
Reviewed By davidwm55 - West Vancouver, Canada
Fantastic brewery atmosphere with super friendly customer service and very tasty beers. Serve wine and ciders for the non beer people. Must try when you are in Stewart.
9. Driftwood Canyon Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By alaska327
If you are interested in viewing fossils, then visit this provincial park, of course without taking anything away.
10. Tyhee Lake Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 26 reviews
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