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Lone Butte

July 14, 2009 | Tips from Travellers > 100 Mile House, Historic & Heritage Sites
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We really liked the quaint rest stop located in the quiet village of Lone Butte—right on hwy 24 (the fishing highway). Just a few restaurants, a general store (with a gas station), an art gallery and a few other amenities make up this charming log village, just southeast of 100 Mile House. We saw the historic water tower beside the railroad; as well the playground for our kids was a nice break. The ancient, volcanic butte was an incredible geographic feature that was only about a ½ a kilometre away. Best when viewed at sunset. Great rest stop!

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Centennial Park

July 13, 2009 | Tips from Travellers > 100 Mile House, Waterfalls

Hello!! We found a gem while passing through 100 Mile House we found its Centennial Park and were surprised by its size.  It has a waterfall, playground, tennis court, expansive picnic area, and so much more to explore while hiking.  It is a great place to stretch your legs or to spend a whole afternoon exploring the many trails.

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Painted Chasm Beauty

June 16, 2009 | Tips from Travellers > 100 Mile House, Canyons

We were astounded by the Painted Chasm just south of 100 Mile House.  It seemed
like a painting, yet its vastness reminded us of a smaller version of the Grand
Canyon.  It showed us the diversity in geography available throughout BC, but
especially in the Cariboo area. The colourful layers of volcanic sediments were an
exciting detail within the rock bed that displayed the power of the volcanoes and
glaciers that formed this ancient land. It really did take our breath away!
Excellent hidden gem…cheerio!

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Mount Begbie

June 16, 2009 | Tips from Travellers > 100 Mile House, View Points

Hello everyone! We had a fantastic time in Canada and want to tell everyone about a wonderful hike we had in the South Cariboo area. Mount Begbie is about a 10 minute hike just off hwy 97, south of 100 Mile. Once at the top, there is a brilliant, two story look-out tower that gives a panoramic view of the area. My husband brought up a map with us and we were able to point out the Marble Range, the Cariboo Mountains, MANY lakes and a few deer in the valley. We had our lunch on the picnic table right on the top of the mountain! What an experience--don’t forget your binoculars!

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Mt. Begbie

June 16, 2009 | Tips from Travellers > 100 Mile House, View Points

Hello everyone! We had a fantastic time in Canada and want to tell everyone about a wonderful hike we had in the South Cariboo area. Mount Begbie is about a 10 minute hike just off hwy 97, south of 100 Mile. Once at the summit, there is a brilliant, two story look-out tower that gives a panoramic view of the area. My husband brought up a map with us and we were able to point out the Marble Range, the Cariboo Mountains, MANY lakes and a few deer in the valley. We had our lunch on the picnic table right on the top of the mountain! What an experience--don’t forget your binoculars!

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Posted by travelbug, at 03:37 PM