Northern Rocky Mountains | Northern BC Tourism/Andrew Strain Northern Rocky Mountains | Northern BC Tourism/Andrew Strain Northern Rockies & Alaska Highway
A historic route through the vast Northern Canadian Rockies
The storied Alaska Highway in northern British Columbia travels through some of the world’s most dramatic and awe-inspiring terrain.
Set in an iconic area, The Great Wilderness, it is defined by boundless adventure, spirited communities, and nature at a scale that’s hard to comprehend. These are the homelands of many First Nations, each with distinct cultures steeped in stewardship and a deep connection to the land.
The 2,237 km stretch of the historic route brings you face-to-face with natural wonders, hot springs, soaring peaks, and vast protected areas—all while encountering Stone’s sheep, caribou, elk, bears, and other wildlife. Starting at “Mile 0” in Dawson Creek, the route winds north through muskeg and boreal forest, reaching far into the towering Northern Rockies. Here, Muncho Lake Provincial Park offers excellent fishing and camping spots along the long, jade-green lake, while the hot springs at Liard River is one of the most popular stops on this storied trip. Be sure to visit Tumbler Ridge UNESCO Global Geopark, home to unique geology and palaeontology, including dinosaur tracks and fossils.
Places to Go
Mile Zero of the Alaska Highway, Dawson Creek | Northern BC Tourism/Matthew Littlewood Dawson CreekHome of “Mile 0” of the famed Alaska Highway, this city celebrates its heritage.
Credit: Destination BC | Andrew Strain Tumbler RidgeA rugged, outdoor paradise with more than 600 million years of geological history and dinosaur trackways.
Fort St. JohnBC’s oldest interior community with a young population full of fresh ideas.
MackenzieA northern town in the heart of spectacular landscape, offering hiking, biking, camping, fishing, and backcountry activities.
Credit: Northern BC Tourism | Jason Hamborg ChetwyndFrom chainsaw carvings to rugged recreation, this small town embodies the northern spirit.
RV Road Trip: Explore Northern BC via the Alaska Highway
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Fort Nelson | Destination BC/Ryan Dickie 
Muncho Lake Provincial Park | Northern BC Tourism/Andrew Strain 
Northeast BC & The Alaska Highway
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Ridge Rotors
Tumbler Ridge
Helicopter tours of rugged backcountry wilderness
Cornerstone Yoga Collective
Fort St. John
Yoga studio, retail shop, and paddleboard rentals
Experiences
Things to Do Along the Alaska Highway
Stay Here
Accommodations Along the Alaska Highway
Credit: Destination BC | Abby Cooper