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Rainforest

Wander through ancient groves

From Haida Gwaii to Stanley Park, British Columbia’s rainforests overflow with raw wilderness. Wildlife calls the rainforest home, sheltering among old-growth giants nearing 2000 years in age. Explore the stories below to see the wild that awaits in BC’s rainforests.

Snowshoeing

Snowshoeing the Ancient Forest in Northern BC

Old cedars are part of what makes snowshoeing the Ancient Forest in Northern British Columbia special.

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Parks & Wilderness Areas

5 Facts About BC’s Unique Temperate Rainforest

Everything in the rainforest is connected, a cycle of life in perfect balance. Check out 5 facts you may not know about BC's temperate...

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Adventure & Outdoors, Food, Drink & Wellness, Beaches & Lakes, Parks & Wilderness Areas, Wildlife Tours

Busy L.A. Chef Discovers the British Columbia Effect

We invited Top Chef Brooke Williamson to escape her busy life to discover what we call the British Columbia Effect.

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Adventure & Outdoors, Nature & Wildlife

Top 5 Places to Experience the Rainforest in BC

We asked our Facebook fans for their top places in BC to experience the rainforest. Sooke, Bella Coola, Cathedral Grove, Terrace and Pacific Rim...

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Winter Activities

Top 5 Ways to Enjoy Winter in BC

Winter is the perfect time to explore BC, and you don’t need skis to do it.

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Nature & Wildlife Events, Nature & Wildlife

Great Bear Rainforest Film

Narrated by BC’s own Ryan Reynolds, offers travellers a giant window into this pristine British Columbia wilderness

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Discover the East Coast of Vancouver Island

5 to 7 Days / 500 km (311 mi)

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Spas & Wellness, Hot Springs, Parks & Wilderness Areas

Psst—This Spa is Free

Discover the Healing Benefits of Nature in British Columbia

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Snowshoeing

Snowshoeing the Ancient Forest in Northern BC

Old cedars are part of what makes snowshoeing the Ancient Forest in Northern British Columbia special.

Read the Article

Parks & Wilderness Areas

5 Facts About BC’s Unique Temperate Rainforest

Everything in the rainforest is connected, a cycle of life in perfect balance. Check out 5 facts you may not know about BC's temperate...

Read the Article

Adventure & Outdoors, Food, Drink & Wellness, Beaches & Lakes, Parks & Wilderness Areas, Wildlife Tours

Busy L.A. Chef Discovers the British Columbia Effect

We invited Top Chef Brooke Williamson to escape her busy life to discover what we call the British Columbia Effect.

Read the Article

Adventure & Outdoors, Nature & Wildlife

Top 5 Places to Experience the Rainforest in BC

We asked our Facebook fans for their top places in BC to experience the rainforest. Sooke, Bella Coola, Cathedral Grove, Terrace and Pacific Rim...

Read the Article

Winter Activities

Top 5 Ways to Enjoy Winter in BC

Winter is the perfect time to explore BC, and you don’t need skis to do it.

Read the Article

Nature & Wildlife Events, Nature & Wildlife

Great Bear Rainforest Film

Narrated by BC’s own Ryan Reynolds, offers travellers a giant window into this pristine British Columbia wilderness

Read the Article

Discover the East Coast of Vancouver Island

5 to 7 Days / 500 km (311 mi)

Explore Road Trip

Spas & Wellness, Hot Springs, Parks & Wilderness Areas

Psst—This Spa is Free

Discover the Healing Benefits of Nature in British Columbia

Read the Article

Walking Through Words—by Canadian spoken word artist Shane Koyczan

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Sunshine Coast Trail | Andrew Strain

Respect the Terrain: Be AdventureSmart

Enjoy what BC has to offer by hiking with friends, paddling with family, or heading into the back country for some camping. But always be prepared before you go outdoors.

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Five Nature Hotspots Close to Downtown Vancouver

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Seeing bears in the wilderness is more emotional than you might think. Follow along on a boat trip into BC's Khutzeymateen Grizzly Sanctuary.

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Paddling, Sightseeing, Whale Watching, Wildlife Tours, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Khutzeymateen Wilderness Lodge

Come to the northern edge of the Great Bear Rainforest on British Columbia's north coast, to the K'tzim-a-deen (Khutzeymateen). Here, within the...

Phone: (250) 641-0957

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Indigenous Culture, Hotels, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Ocean House at Tlaga Gawtlaas

Escape to the northern edge of Haida Gwaii and experience the charm of nearby Old Massett, North Beach and Naikoon Provincial Park. Relax in Ocean...

Phone: (800) 605-3785

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Hiking, Paddling, Sightseeing, Indigenous Culture

Talaysay Tours

Talaysay Tours has been providing tours and authentic cultural experiences since 2002. We have activities, tours and experiences for all ages and...

Phone: (604) 628-8555

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Hiking, Backcountry Skiing, Cabins & Cottages

Wells Gray Adventures

Simple, comfortable accommodation used to access spectacular alpine hiking in Wells Gray Park. Composting toilets, solar power and hike in access...

Phone: (888) 754-8735

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Indigenous Culture, Campgrounds & RV Parks

Lakeshore Resort and Campground

In operation for more than 30 years, we are the largest campground located on the pristine shores of Lake Windermere, BC and is owned and operated...

Phone: (250) 342-6352

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Wildlife Tours, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Great Bear Lodge

Great Bear Lodge is located 50 air miles from Port Hardy, British Columbia. The fully self-contained floating lodge is situated at an outstanding...

Phone: (250) 949-9496

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Indigenous Culture, Wildlife Tours, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Spirit Bear Lodge

Experience an ancient culture, spectacular wildlife viewing, stunning landscapes and reconnect with nature. Immerse yourself in true wilderness on...

Phone: (250) 339-5644

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Cabins & Cottages, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Cabana Desolation Eco Resort

Cabana Desolation Eco Resort is a comfortably designed, exclusive eco resort located on an uninhabited island in the heart of Desolation Sound,...

Phone: (604) 483-2160

View Listing

Paddling, Sightseeing, Whale Watching, Wildlife Tours, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Khutzeymateen Wilderness Lodge

Come to the northern edge of the Great Bear Rainforest on British Columbia's north coast, to the K'tzim-a-deen (Khutzeymateen). Here, within the...

Phone: (250) 641-0957

View Listing

Indigenous Culture, Hotels, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Ocean House at Tlaga Gawtlaas

Escape to the northern edge of Haida Gwaii and experience the charm of nearby Old Massett, North Beach and Naikoon Provincial Park. Relax in Ocean...

Phone: (800) 605-3785

View Listing

Hiking, Paddling, Sightseeing, Indigenous Culture

Talaysay Tours

Talaysay Tours has been providing tours and authentic cultural experiences since 2002. We have activities, tours and experiences for all ages and...

Phone: (604) 628-8555

View Listing

Hiking, Backcountry Skiing, Cabins & Cottages

Wells Gray Adventures

Simple, comfortable accommodation used to access spectacular alpine hiking in Wells Gray Park. Composting toilets, solar power and hike in access...

Phone: (888) 754-8735

View Listing

Indigenous Culture, Campgrounds & RV Parks

Lakeshore Resort and Campground

In operation for more than 30 years, we are the largest campground located on the pristine shores of Lake Windermere, BC and is owned and operated...

Phone: (250) 342-6352

View Listing

Wildlife Tours, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Great Bear Lodge

Great Bear Lodge is located 50 air miles from Port Hardy, British Columbia. The fully self-contained floating lodge is situated at an outstanding...

Phone: (250) 949-9496

View Listing

Indigenous Culture, Wildlife Tours, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Spirit Bear Lodge

Experience an ancient culture, spectacular wildlife viewing, stunning landscapes and reconnect with nature. Immerse yourself in true wilderness on...

Phone: (250) 339-5644

View Listing

Cabins & Cottages, Resorts & Wilderness Lodges

Cabana Desolation Eco Resort

Cabana Desolation Eco Resort is a comfortably designed, exclusive eco resort located on an uninhabited island in the heart of Desolation Sound,...

Phone: (604) 483-2160

View Listing

Tag your BC experiences with #exploreBC. We feature our favourites here!

Snowshoeing the Ancient Forest in Northern BC

5 Facts About BC’s Unique Temperate Rainforest

Busy L.A. Chef Discovers the British Columbia Effect

Top 5 Places to Experience the Rainforest in BC

Top 5 Ways to Enjoy Winter in BC

Great Bear Rainforest Film

Discover the East Coast of Vancouver Island

Psst—This Spa is Free

Snowshoeing the Ancient Forest in Northern BC

5 Facts About BC’s Unique Temperate Rainforest

Busy L.A. Chef Discovers the British Columbia Effect

Top 5 Places to Experience the Rainforest in BC

Top 5 Ways to Enjoy Winter in BC

Great Bear Rainforest Film

Discover the East Coast of Vancouver Island

Psst—This Spa is Free

Walking Through Words—by Canadian spoken word artist Shane Koyczan

Respect the Terrain: Be AdventureSmart

Related Travel Ideas

3 Ways British Columbia’s Nature Can Make You Happier

Five Nature Hotspots Close to Downtown Vancouver

What It’s Like To Go Bear-Watching in BC

4 Active Wildlife Adventures in BC

7 Ways to Support British Columbia’s Travel Industry

Experience Providers

Khutzeymateen Wilderness Lodge

Ocean House at Tlaga Gawtlaas

Talaysay Tours

Wells Gray Adventures

Lakeshore Resort and Campground

Great Bear Lodge

Spirit Bear Lodge

Cabana Desolation Eco Resort

Khutzeymateen Wilderness Lodge

Ocean House at Tlaga Gawtlaas

Talaysay Tours

Wells Gray Adventures

Lakeshore Resort and Campground

Great Bear Lodge

Spirit Bear Lodge

Cabana Desolation Eco Resort

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