Things to do in Fort Nelson, British Colombia

Unique Attractions in Fort Nelson

Redfern Lake Adventures
Offering one to eight day hiking packages, family excursions for all ages, outdoor education sessions, overnight backpacking, and challenging mountain trails for both beginners and expert hikers. Experienced guides accompany guests and cabin rentals are also available.

High & Wild Wilderness Safaris
Enjoy Northern Rocky Mountain hospitality and adventure. The highest concentration of wildlife in the Western Hemisphere. Experienced guides. This fly-in wilderness resort features heli-hiking, photo safaris, high alpine treks, trail rides, river boating, rafting, canoeing, fishing, gold panning.

Main Current Expeditions
Adventure packages include guided fishing trips, white water rafting, kayaking, boat rentals and hiking the Muncho Lake area, Northern Rockies, Nahanni, Turnagain, Tatshenshini, Gataga and Kechika Rivers.

Thunder Jet Boat Tours

Tsimeh Lakes Trail
This groomed trail leads to a chain of lakes and a small shelter, travelling through a lowland, black spruce ecosystem.

Things to do in Fort Nelson

Fort Nelson Museum
This historical museum will take you back in time for a feeling of being a part of the construction of the Alaska Highway. Souvenirs and gifts available. Open May - September.

Phoenix Theatre
This 275-seat theatre is Fort Nelson's entertainment hub, showcasing the latest movies, live performances, concerts and a local art gallery.

Klua Lakes Protected Area
Klua Lakes Protected Area offers remote wilderness camping, great fishing oppourtunities and a variety of wildlife. Lush boreal forests surround the lakes, making them ideal spots for fishing as well as serenity. Watch as moose wade out into the cool water as peregrine falcons hunt overhead. Backcountry camping is permitted in the park. Klua Lakes is 100 km south of Fort Nelson.

Smith River Falls-Fort Halkett Provincial Park
Smith River Falls-Fort Halkett Provincial Park contains two distinct attractions. The first is the Smith River Falls, which plunge 35 m into a deep pool, unleashing a roar that is best heard during early summer. The falls are easily accessible by vehicle. The second is Fort Halkett, a former Hudson's Bay Company trading post that was established in 1829. Moose and wood bison are spotted frequently around the park.

Prophet River Hotsprings Provincial Park
Prophet River Hotsprings Provincial Park is located 150 km south of Fort Nelson. The hotsprings have created a tufa mound from mineral deposits, which is flanked on one side by black spruce forest. The park is home to a variety of species, making it a great place to view sheep, wolves, bears and caribou in their natural habitat. The hotsprings are not safe for bathing. Most visitors access the park through hiking/horseback trails from nearby Redfern-Keily Provincial Park.