Top 7 Places to Visit in

Fort Nelson | British Columbia

The page created by Thomas Marzec | University of Manitoba | Photo by gillfoto, CC-BY-SA-4.0

Region:

Northern BC

Known For:

Alaska Highway | Northern gateway | Fort Nelson Heritage Museum | Vast wilderness | Wildlife sightings | Remote outpost

Best For:

Alaska Highway Trips | Wildlife Watching | Remote Adventures | Northern Exploration

Fort Nelson Heritage Museum

• Address: 5553 Alaska Hwy, Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0
• Phone: 250-774-3536
• Website: fortnelsonmuseum.ca

The museum is a must-visit if in the area, as it features unique items and artifacts that cannot be found elsewhere. The museum is housed in over eight buildings and features exhibits for a vintage car collection, traps, furs, and snowshoes nestled within a trapper's cabin setting.

Stone Mountain Provincial Park

• Address: Northern Rockies B, BC V0C 2X0
• Phone: 250-787-3562
• Website: bcparks.ca/explore/parkpgs/stone_mt/

Stone Mountain Provincial Park features 25,691 hectares of mountain wilderness and introduces travellers to breathtaking landscapes, incredible views, and diverse wildlife.

Demonstration Forest

• Address: Mountainview Dr, Northern Rockies A, BC V0C 1R0
• Website: sitesandtrailsbc.ca/search/search-result.aspx?site=REC16109&districtCode=RDPC&type=Site

The Demonstration Forest is on the northwest corner of town. This intricate network of hiking trails offers users a close look at British Columbia’s beautiful boreal views. The hiking trails have little elevation gain and are suitable for all ages and skill levels.

Trapper’s Den Wildlife Emporium

• Address: Mile 293, Alaska Hwy, Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0
• Phone: 250-774-3400
• Website: trappersden.ca

Trapper’s Den Wildlife Emporium is a unique Northern Gift and Souvenir Shop owned and operated by a local trapping family. The store contains hidden treasures and features a little bit of everything.

Goguka Creek Protected Area

• Address: Goguka Creek Provincial Park, Northern Rockies A, BC
• Website: bcparks.ca/explore/parkpgs/goguka_crk/

For those interested in nature and unique ecosystems, the Goguka Creek Protected area is situated in the northern muskeg and showcases a beautiful north bog ecosystem.

Triple G Hideaway RV Park & Campground

• Address: 5751 Old Alaska Hwy, Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0
• Phone: 250-774-2340
• Website: tripleghideaway.com

The Triple "G" Hideaway RV Park & Campground is conveniently located near many local attractions and offers a variety of amenities and services to ensure an enjoyable and comfortable stay.

Poplar Hills Golf & Country Club

• Address: 304 Radar Rd, Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0
• Phone: 250-774-3862
• Website: facebook.com/PoplarHills

Poplar Hills Golf & Country Club is located at the heart of Muskawa Valley and offers spectacular views as one works through nine holes of golf on the premiere course.