June 03, 2011 | Tips from Travellers >
Prince George, Museums
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Last week I went to the Railway and Forestry Museum in Prince George! I had never been, nor thought I had an interest in railways and history, but the museum changed my mind. Although very rich in history and cool facts, it was a GREAT place to spend the afternoon in the sun, as the museum is outdoors! It wasn't one of those museums where everything is blocked off, but rather you can go inside the trains and see what it might have been like for the conductors! There is a small locomotive that you can ride on around the park too! I found it very interesting and would most likely make a trip there again!! It was easy to find and the staff members are super friendly and willing to show you around the museum! I recommend it for all ages!
June 01, 2011 | Tips from Travellers >
Prince George, Hiking
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At the beginning of last week, I hiked in the LC Gunn trail that overlooks Fort George Park and a bit of Prince George! The trails are in awesome condition and the sun was shining which made the hike so much more worth it! There is a steep section at one point, but once you get to the top of it, it makes you realize the climb is definitely worth it!! There is a parking lot in the area that is safe and fine to leave you vehicle and the trail is very accessible from there! Make sure you bring bug spray, the mosquitos are pretty bad!
June 01, 2011 | Tips from Travellers >
Prince George, Hiking
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A friend and I went hiking in Fort George Canyon last week and the hike was great! The hiking trails are a little bit damp in some areas, but not enough to ruin the hike. On just the drive out there, we saw a mother bear and 3 cubs and 2 deer. It was definitely worth going out there! We found it a bit tricky to find when we first went out, but once found it, there was no problem getting back out. For hiking on this trail, bug spray is a must!
June 01, 2011 | Tips from Travellers >
Prince George, Car / Truck / Motorcycle
Located approximately 50 kilometers North of Prince George is a well drained and natural water source lake. The lake is stocked with several fish and the lake is also warm enough if you are interested in swimming or cliff jumping. The lake is often busy with people looking to catch some afternoon rays and have a picnic with the great scenery. I recommend this location for all ages, families or individuals.
Driving directions: Continue on Highway 97 North and until you see a sign for Tallus Road. Make a left onto Tallus Road and follow it over the railway tracks and around the corner. You will see a bright yellow gate that is open, make a left on that road. You can drive all the way down to the waters edge, or you can park and walk down.
June 01, 2011 | Tips from Travellers >
Prince George, Hiking
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I went hiking at Teapot Mountain on Monday May 30 and the hike was great. There were no damp, muddy or snowy spots on the hike that would make it hard to climb. It was a steep one from the beginning and about 1 km up. The top of the mountain has an awesome view of the surrounding lakes and great variety of dense forest. There is no places that supply water along the hike so make sure you are prepared with that and bug spray!