Tourism Smithers

The Story of Alpine Al

Jump in (or on) your vehicle and hit the road for a unique trip through the northern wilds. ALPINE-THEMED SMITHERS is where you go to get away from it all, get into outdoor adventure, and see wildlife—namely, moose, mountain goats and bears. In northwestern BC on the YELLOWHEAD HIGHWAY 16,  it’s tucked into a scenic valley next to towering Hudson Bay Mountain. This northern community, a FORMER RAILWAY HUB, is AUTHENTIC, FUN-LOVING, and rough around the edges. Enviro-minded ‘Smithereens’ adore their FESTIVALS and FISHING (steelhead), HIKING and SKIING. There’s a surprising amount of cultural activity, too: Jazz and folk MUSIC showcases, free OUTDOOR CONCERTS, YOGA IN THE PARK, field-to-table feasts, theatre and quality RESTAURANTS. Take up residence in a RUSTIC CABIN and plan your hike/ski/canoe/horseback ride...also a primo spot to see the Northern Lights, and hunt and fish in fall.

- BCs Best Mountain Towns list, Hello BC

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