Harrison Hot Springs
Harrison Hot Springs (population: 1,573) is located in the Fraser Valley at the south end of 60-km (37-mi) long Harrison Lake, a two-hour drive east from Vancouver. There area has long been a draw to tourists thanks to its magnificent Coast Mountain scenery; Harrison Lake, the largest lake in southwestern BC; and of course, Harrison’s namesake, the celebrated hot springs. These mineral-rich springs, revered long ago by the Coast Salish First Nation as a “healing place,” were discovered by prospectors during the mid-1800s Gold Rush.
Harrison offers far more amenities, activities and attractions than its population size warrants. The many outdoor-recreation activities include everything from gentle walks and rugged hikes to golf, fishing, windsurfing and boating.
Harrison’s beach becomes The Enchanted World of Sand – North America’s largest, public, sand-sculpture exhibit. Each year 3,000 tons (2,720 tonnes) of sand on Harrison’s beach is transformed into an exhibit that depicts legendary characters from fairytales, myths and legends, including this region’s very own Sasquatch.
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Some popular things to see and do:
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Golf