 Stikine River
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Tow Hill (Queen Charlotte Islands) Tow Hill is located in Naikoon Provincial Park on the Queen Charlotte Islands, approximately 125 km (78 mi) from Queen Charlotte City. To get to the viewpoint, hike to Tow Hill's summit. At the halfway point, you'll encounter a trail leading to the rocky outcrop known as Blow Hole, where the rushing seawater is forced upward and a natural fountain is created. At the summit, you'll enjoy exquisite vistas of the surrounding area, including South Beach, Yakan Point and the interior bogs. The two-km (1.2-mi) roundtrip route takes approximately 90 minutes. The Queen Charlotte Islands are accessed via an eight-hour ferry ride from Prince Rupert. Air service is also available from Vancouver and Prince Rupert. > Naikoon Park website
The Seven Sisters The set of jagged peaks known as The Seven Sisters is located in Seven Sisters Provincial Park. It is best viewed from a pullout on the side of Highway 16 - about a five-minute drive west of Kitwanga and the Highway 37 junction. These mountains are a dramatic row of jagged peaks, four of which rise over 2,500 m (8,200 ft). A number of backcountry trails lead south off Highway 16 to this undeveloped wilderness, such as Watson Lake Trail. This easy one-km (0.6-mi) trail leads to Watson Lake, an ideal spot for a picnic. > Seven Sisters Park website
Bear and Salmon Glaciers Roadside glacier viewing - only in Northern BC! It's true: not only will Bear Glacier astonish you with its beauty and vivid blue colour, but it's one of the few blue glaciers in the world with such easy roadside access. Just look for the pullout, park your vehicle and gaze. The spectacular glacier descends into Strohn Lake, almost reaching the highway. There's even a picnic area. Bear Glacier is located alongside Highway 37A, a 20-minute drive from Meziadin Junction, just before Stewart. To reach Salmon Glacier - one of the largest glaciers in North America - you'll need to travel over 40 km (25 mi) from Stewart along the rugged Granduc mining road. The road winds through absolutely stunning scenery, passing the eastern edge of Salmon Glacier and Summit Lake. Guided tours to the site are available. A word or two on your visit to Salmon Glacier: - Approximate time required: 2-4 hours
- Part of this journey requires crossing the Canada/US border into Alaska; visitors must report to Canada Customs upon their return to Canada
- Large RVs are not recommended on the Granduc mining road
> Bear Glacier Park website
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