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Kimberley | Kari Medig

Fall in British Columbia

Slow down and take it all in

Fall in British Columbia (September to December) offers a different pace—quieter, cooler, and full of moments that make you pause. 

Explore the Fraser Canyon as spawning salmon move upstream, savour harvest season in the Okanagan and Similkameen, or hike among golden larches near Nelson, Kimberley, and Radium Hot Springs. With quieter roads and fewer crowds, fall is an ideal time to experience BC.

Fall Travel Ideas

Fall adventures in BC: Okanagan, Shuswap, and Boundary Country

Discover fall adventures in the Okanagan, the Shuswap, and in Boundary Country.
A couple stands on a bridge looking down on a section of the Kettle Valley Rail Trail. The sun is setting. The rail trail wraps around the mountain behind them.
Kettle Valley Rail Trail | Kari Medig
Valleys & Vineyards

Mountains & Vineyards Circle Route in Fall

7 - 10 Days
1226 km | 761 mi
Downtown Revelstoke in the fall with a view of the mountains
Revelstoke | Nolan Gale

Where the Hills Turn Gold: Harvest Season in Valleys & Vineyards

Experience harvest season in the Okanagan and Similkameen valleys with vineyard dining, orchard visits, farm markets, roadside fruit stands, and small-lot wines
Vineyard at Covert Farm
Oliver| Andrew Strain
Valleys & Vineyards

Cozy Fall Mountain Getaways

Fall for British Columbia’s beautiful back garden, with an autumnal adventure in the mountains.
A hiker on a ridge above Monica Meadows trail in the Purcell Mountains near Meadow Creek, BC
Rainforest to Rockies

5 places to see fantastic fall colours in BC

From Vancouver to Fernie, here's where to find impressive fall foliage in British Columbia.
Couple playing in the park with autumn leaves. There are crisp golden leaves sprinkling the grass with the ocean in the background.
Vancouver | Hubert Kang

A fall road trip through the Okanagan Valley

4-6
175 km | 108 mi
Find fall delights on a road trip through the Valleys & Vineyards of British Columbia.
Fall shot by the water in Coldstream near Vernon
Coldstream | Destination BC/Robb Thompson
Valleys & Vineyards

Finding golden larch in British Columbia

Discover the best places to take in this weeks-long fall spectacle in southeast BC.
Hiking the Rockwall Trail in Kootenay National Park in fall with golden larch trees.
Kootenay National Park | Kristi Nicholson
Birthplace of Adventure

Experience Fall in the Interior of BC

7-10 Days
410 km | 254 mi
Start in Kelowna, the heart of the Okanagan Valley, and experience the best of fall on a road trip through the Thompson Valley to Wells Gray Provincial Park.
The view from Dilworth Mountain Park overlooking Kelowna
Kelowna | Tanya Goehring

Cozy cabins for a fall BC getaway

Where can you hole up when the weather turns cool? Try these scenic retreats, including cozy cabins on Vancouver Island and in the Rockies.
Sunwolf cabin in Squamish nestled between trees.

Savor the fall flavors of British Columbia

There’s never been a tastier time to visit Canada’s westernmost province.
Two people eating in a cafe
Greenhorn Cafe | Destination BC/Hubert Kang
Rainforest to Rockies

Fill Your Basket: A Fall Wellness Journey Through Valleys & Vineyards

Explore fall wellness in Valleys & Vineyards in British Columbia through Indigenous experiences, seasonal dining, wineries, lakes, trails, and slow travel.
Kalamalke lake, Aerial shot, blue lake
Kalamalke lake, Vernon
Valleys & Vineyards

Exploring the Canadian Rockies: From Cranbrook to Banff

3-7 Days
274 km | 170 mi
Find adventure and relaxation in the Canadian Rockies with this memorable, fun-packed route from Cranbrook.
Morrissey Ridge near Fernie | Kari Medig
Rainforest to Rockies

Explore Boundary Country and the Similkameen Valley this fall

Discover fall adventures and colours in British Columbia's Boundary Country and Similkameen Valley.
Bridge over the Kettle River during fall in Grand Forks
Grand Forks | Boundary Country Tourism/Tina Bryan
Rainforest to Rockies

5 reasons why fall is the best time to travel in BC

The beauty of the changing of the season, cozy weather, and only-in-fall experiences—why fall is the best time to explore BC.
A person is horseback riding through a grassy field in the fall in Rossland. Trees line the horizon, dotted with golden tips with clear blue skies and the sun shining brightly on the right hand side.
Horseback riding in Rossland | Dave Heath

Rejuvenate in BC this fall: nature, wellness, and spas

From Richmond’s river delta to Whistler’s famous peaks, wellness holidays await north of the Canada-US border.
Two women cycle across a bridge at Green Lake, Whistler
Two women cycle across a bridge at Green Lake, Whistler. They are surrounded by trees that are turning fall colours and the sun hits the top of the mountain behind them.
Rainforest to Rockies

Cozy fall getaways in British Columbia

Rustic log cabins, Indigenous resorts, and mountain retreats. Get cozy this fall at one of these eight BC accommodations.
Cowichan River Lodge
Cowichan River Lodge
Rainforest to Rockies

5 overnight fall getaways from Vancouver

From scenic city escapes to mountain hideaways, there are plenty of fall getaways to enjoy within a short drive of Vancouver.
A serene marina nestled in a calm bay, filled with sailboats and yachts gently anchored along wooden docks. The surrounding landscape is lush with evergreen trees, and a light mist hovers over the water in the distance, creating a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere.
Pender Harbour marina | Albert Normandin
Rainforest to Rockies

The Scenic Highway 7 Route

2 Hours
128 km | 79 mi
Enjoy the beauty along scenic Highway 7
A sweeping view of the Fraser River on a clear day. There are silhouettes of mountains in the backdrop crowned by the setting sun.
Overlooking the Fraser River as the sun sets.
Rainforest to Rockies

Whistler’s best-kept secret? Visit in Fall

Festivals, fresh air, and rejuvenation—why fall is the best time to visit Whistler.
Two hikers stand against the sunset on the High Note trail. Black Tusk is seen in the distance.
High Note Trail | Blake Jorgenson
Rainforest to Rockies

11 BC coastal towns to visit this fall

Find a coastal town to visit in BC this fall and enjoy Indigenous culture, lush rainforests, long stretches of shoreline, and tasty West Coast fare.
A person holds a surfboard and looks out at the water at Cox Bay
Cox Bay | Brian Caissie
The Infinite Coast

5 Reasons to visit the Southern Gulf Islands this Fall

Head to the Gulf Islands to enjoy a more relaxed way of life. Don't miss the local markets and artists' studios.

Get hooked on fall adventures: explore BC's Little Fort Highway

Also known as the Fishing Highway, BC's Highway 24 will capture your adventurous spirit, hook, line and sinker.
A single car drives down Highway 24 as the sun sets in the distance. The road is framed by trees on both sides. The vehicle has a canoe strapped to the roof.
Driving past Lac des Roches along Highway 24, The Fishing Highway | Andrew Strain
Rainforest to Rockies

Vancouver Island Road Trip: Victoria to Port Hardy

5-7 Days
500 km | 310 mi
Relax and rejuvenate along this coastal road trip from Victoria to northern Vancouver Island, and explore nature and wildlife along the way.
Three orcas breaching with a mountain backdrop
Vancouver Island | Reuben Krabbe
The Infinite Coast

21 breathtaking photo spots for fall colours on Vancouver Island

The biodiversity of Vancouver Island makes it a perfect destination for discovering beautiful fall colours in the wild.
Little Qualicum Falls | Jordan Dyck
Little Qualicum Falls | Jordan Dyck
The Infinite Coast