May 13, 2009 | Tips from Travellers >
Bella Coola, Attractions
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Bella Coola is absolutely gorgeous and going out to the very end of Highway 20 you get a spectacular view of the North Bentinck Arm. The drive took us right past the ferry terminal and the boat harbor and out to a small recreational site near the Clayton Falls Park. The walk to the falls takes you just in behind the hydro station and their is a great little viewing platform where you can take pictures. There are lots of signs around that indicate swimming is not permitted as the undertow below the falls is very strong. The falls are a must see as the rock formations are unusual. They have been smoothed over by centuries of water coursing over the face of the rocks which has created a series of shapes and crevices and holes that make this place very special.
We also took the time to wander along the beach head for quite a while as the sun was shining and the tide was low enough for us to explore the tidal pools at will. There is a huge log across one smaller section of water and I was the first to suggest that walking the log to the other side was a must do. Better yet, half way across I realized you could get the log to bounce up and down making the trek that much more difficult and therefore much more fun. The picture is of Anne trying to work her way back across without the bounce and she is concentrating fiercely to accomplish the feat. We also spent some time at the recreation site which has washrooms and several picnic tables in the area so you could have a great lunch in a particularly beautiful setting.
May 12, 2009 | Tips from Travellers >
Bella Coola, Attractions
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We made it out to the inlet at Bella Coola, which is one of three destination access points to the Pacific in BC. What a cool little place! We spent some time exploring the ocean front, hopping from log to log, photographing the port and walking along the shore. It was pretty quintessential BC traveling experience: the ocean, snow capped mountains and lush green valleys!
May 12, 2009 | Tips from Travellers >
Bella Coola, Attractions
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A great little stop in Bella Coola is Clayton Falls. From someone who has spent a lot of time visiting pretty significant waterfalls, Clayton Falls are pretty unique as the water has smoothed the rock it flows over into interesting formations. Good photo stop!
Really easy to get to right at the end of the highway. There is a nice little recreation park with some benches and picnic tables close by as well. Wonderful views into the inlet and back onto the wharf.