| Charlie Lake Provincial Park |
Only 6 km north of Fort St. John, this park has 37 campsites
and has a developed beach, boat launch, fishing, playing field, hiking, and walking
trails. Famous for walleye and northern pike. In winter, enjoy cross country skiing,
ice fishing, snowshoeing. |
| W.A.C. Bennett Dam |
Visit the W.A.C. Bennett Dam and witness an incredible
engineering feat! Located on the easern tip of Williston Lake, it is constructed
with rocky debris from a glacial moraine left from the last Ice Age. Visit the Visitor's
Centre at 250-783-5211 for details on tours and information on generating electricity. |
| Peace Canyon Dam |
This dam is located at the outlet of the Peace River
Canyon and is 23 km downstream from the W.A.C. Bennett Dam, reusing the same water.
Behind this Dam is a reservoir called Dinasaur Lake, named for the evidence of dinosaur
fossils discovered during the dam's construction. Contact the Visitor's Centre at
250-783-9943 for fascinating information about the area as well as models of the
dinosaurs. |
| Dinosaur Lake |
This manmade lake created during the construction of
the two dams is now a recreation area with a boat launch and hiking trails. |
| The World's Largest Glass Beehive |
Guided tours offer a close look at the Queen and her
kingdom. Fascinating for children and adlults alike! |
| The Fort St. John - North Peace Museum Complex |
A fascinating walk through history where you trace the
steps from prehistoric fossils to man's presence in the area.Visit the many displays
including a trappers cabin , Finch's Store, a one room hospital and a school. Local
pioneer come in as tour guides. The museum gift shop offers books on the area's
local history as well as many unique gifts. Call 250-787-0430 to arrange a tour. |
| Fish Creek Community Forest |
Located 2 km northeast of town, self-guided tours with
trail guide books and 3 interpretive trails make this a fun, educational walk. |
