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Horseback Riding at Terra Nostra Guest Ranch
Kleena Kleene | Kari Medig

Chilcotin

Trailblazing spirit and layered landscapes

Wedged in the Central Interior of BC between the Coast Mountain Range and the Mighty Fraser River, the Chilcotin area is remote land of golden plateaus, jutting icefields, pristine lakes, and glacier-carved valleys.

These are the vast homelands of several First Nations, including the Chilcotin, Tsilhquot’in, St’at’imc, Nlaka’pamux, The Carrier people , and Secwépemc—each with unique cultural traditions and connections to the land.

Here in Nature’s Heartland, adventure-seekers can learn local legends and meet the industrious people from diverse backgrounds who inspired them. This is ranching country, where lively cowboy culture thrives and a trailblazing spirit runs deep. Learn the ropes at a guest ranch while indulging in comforts like chef-prepared meals and spa treatments.

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Junction Sheep Range Provincial Park in Riske Creek
Junction Sheep Range Provincial Park | Destination BC/Grant Harder

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Chilcotin: A Land Without Limits

The dynamic lands of the Chilcotin offer allure and adventure, from horseback riding and ranch stays to cuisine and culture.

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Places to go

  • Anahim Lake

    This industrious town is the eastern launchpad into the southern portion of Tweedsmuir Provincial Park.

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  • Mountain Biking in Eldorado
    Bridge River Valley
    A gateway into the South Chilcotin with activities like snowmobiling, mountain biking, and backcountry adventures on offer.
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  • Nimpo Lake

    Known as the “float plane capital of British Columbia,” with ranches, remote cabins, and vast nature as the backdrop.

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Floatplane in BC's South Chilcotin Mountains
Floatplane in BC's South Chilcotin Mountains
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Hikers at Tweedsmuir Glacier via Lakes District Air floatplane
Tweedsmuir Provincial Park | Destination BC/Taylor Burk
Fly fishing in Fish Lake
Nimpo Lake | Destination BC/Grant Harder

For a rustic change of pace, you can also head out on a multi-day horse-packing trip. Beyond country living, wilderness lodges and remote campsites offer a different kind of escape. The backcountry beckons with alpine hikes, thrilling whitewater rafting, and unforgettable mountain biking, while fish-filled lakes reward intrepid anglers.

In and around Tweedsmuir Provincial Park, flightseeing and grizzly bear viewing are must-do summer experiences. And when the snow falls, heli-skiing takes the adventure to soaring new heights.

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