 Thompson River, Tourism BC photo Ashcroft is an unpretentious town committed to its history, creative community, and relationship with the land. The Ashcroft Stampede is the community's biggest event celebration (held in summer). The Ashcroft historical walking tour of buildings dating back to the late 1800s provides a year-round opportunity to experience the town's rich heritage.
Outdoor Activities Ashcroft's high-desert setting and close proximity to Thompson River are ideal for various outdoor activities, including hiking, mountain biking, hand-gliding, river rafting, kayaking, boating, and river fishing. There is no shortage of camping options in the area: Pitch a tent in the back-country, at one of several campgrounds, or on a working guest ranch, where wild-west adventure combines with culture and history. The Ashcroft/Cache Creek and Gold Country area is the only place in British Columbia where visitors can participate in geocaching, a sport involving GPS locations, letterboxing, and orienteering.
Culture and HistoryAshcroft's culture and history permeates the entire community from heritage-housed local shops and restaurants to the Ashcroft Museum and Archives to Millennium (Heritage Place) Park. Nearby, just outside Cache Creek, Hat Creek Ranch chronicles the area's early Gold Rush days and ranching industry, as well as the local First Nations heritage. Between Ashcroft and Cache Creek, the Ashcroft Manor is both a museum and lunch stop.
Nearby Cache CreekWithin a short distance of downtown Ashcroft is the community of Cache Creek. While the two towns share many of the same outdoor activities and similar historical backgrounds, differences remain: Ashcroft has small local restaurants and quaint bed and breakfasts. Cache Creek is a service-oriented with gas stations, roadside motels, and other necessary amenities.
Where to BeginFor more information about Ashcroft and the surrounding area drop by the Ashcroft Museum and Archives at 402 Brink St. (Open during the summer season.)
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