Grand Forks | British Columbia - 1000 Towns of Canada

Top 10 Places to Visit in Grand Forks | British Columbia

The page created by Vanessa Bressi | University of Ottawa | Postcard: Grand Forks, BC, the 1940s. By Rob, flickr, Public Domain

Region:

Boundary Country

Known For:

Kettle River | Trans Canada Trail | Gallery 2 | River beaches | Doukhobor heritage | Cycling routes

Best For:

River Floating | Cycling | Cultural Stops | Summer Visits

01. Boundary Museum & Interpretive Centre

Overlooking the beautiful land at the historic Fructova Heritage Site is the Boundary Museum and Interpretive Centre, which serves to inform visitors about the important history of the Boundary area. The staff is amazing and will answer all your questions about the exhibits.

02. Big Rock Candy Mountain

Enjoy a scenic hike up the Big Rock Candy Mountain and as a souvenir of your experience, pick up some of the beautiful and unique rocks along the way.

03. Grand Forks Municipal Campground

For a great camping experience, visit the Grand Forks Municipal Campground. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a staff member who will explain anything you need to know about the area before commencing your camping journey.

04. Observation Mountain Trail

If you enjoy hiking and want a good workout or a challenge during your stay in Grand Forks, you should definitely check out the Observation Mountain Trail. The route is quite scenic and beautiful, which will provide you with a sense of relaxation.

05. Gem Theatre

If you want to spend a relaxing evening in Grand Forks, what better way than to stop by the movie theatre? The theatre was opened over 100 years ago, and since then, no changes have been made to its structure.

06. Grand Forks Beer Company

Make sure you visit the Grand Forks Beer Company during your visit to Grand Forks to get a taste of some locally brewed beer made with local flavour. The beer is amazing, and you can enjoy it on a nice patio.

07. The Borscht Bowl

The Borscht Bowl is a restaurant you definitely need to visit during your stay in Grand Forks. They serve incredibly authentic Russian food, allowing visitors to gain insight into the Doukhobor culture, which is prominent in the town of Grand Forks.

08. Settle Down Farm

The Settle Down Farm is just a few minutes away from the downtown region in Grand Forks. The farm grows various vegetables and certain fruits such as raspberries and melons.

09. Christina Lake Provincial Park

If you are visiting Grand Forks and looking to spend a nice day on a beautiful beach, you must drive a few minutes to get to Christina Lake Provincial Park. You can take a swim in the beautiful lake that is known as being the warmest in Canada.

10. Alpine Taxidermy & Wildlife Museum

Be sure to stop by and take a walk through the Alpine Taxidermy and Wildlife Museum free of charge. Marty Thomas, the owner of this museum, engages in hunting and taxidermy to create a wonderful display of various animal species found throughout British Columbia.