Gardens
Flowers
Northern BC’s pristine wilderness is captured in its gardens.
Towering Sitka spruces and Douglas firs, scenic ocean views and high mountaintops provide the backdrop for the region’s colourful flower beds.
Enjoy a rest from sightseeing at the Sunken Gardens in Prince Rupert. The gardens contain rows of terraced rock beds filled with flowers and plants, as well as a landscaped grassy lawn. Stroll along the pathway to the top level of the garden and explore the nearby carving shed to see Aboriginal carvers at work.
The “Old Church Gardens” in Smithers has no official name but is a well-known local garden retreat. Located on the grounds of a restored 1913 Anglican Church, the gardens burst with colour and fragrance and wooden benches invite visitors to sit and relax. Participate in a self-guided Culture Crawl (summer months only) to see the gardens as well as other historic sites in Smithers.
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Centennial Park in Fort St. John boasts of a variety of activities: wander through the park on a paved walkway, smell the flowers of the Memorial Rose Garden and see a metal grizzly bear sculpture. And don’t miss Gardens North in Dawson Creek – eleven themed gardens that include a memorial rose garden and feature a wide range of shrubs, trees, perennials and annuals in a spectacular array of colour.
Looking for a garden with a view? Connaught Hill Park in Prince George features an impressive 360 degree panoramic view of the city. Walk amongst burgeoning floral displays, shrubs and trees or picnic on the well-manicured lawn.
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