Wells Gray Park & Clearwater, BCA must see on your trip through Western Canada! The perfect stop before or after Jasper |
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PLAN YOUR STAY - ONE DAY IS NOT NEARLY ENOUGH1/2 half to multiple day itineraries |
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The spectacular scenery is the reason Wells Gray Park is a "must see" on your trip through BC. The park is known as the waterfall park as there are over 250 waterfalls located in the area. The most impressive is Helmcken Falls, at 141metres it is the fourth highest in Canada.
However, there is a lot more to the area than magnificent scenery - extinct volcanoes, lava rock formations, alpine meadows, lush forest, and the free-flowing Clearwater River to name a few. Following are potential itineraries lasting from a short 1/2 hour to a few days stay in Clearwater, BC and Wells Gray Country.
For additional information, local tour suppliers and links to activities in Wells Gray Country click here.
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Helmcken Falls- Wells Gray Park - one of 250 waterfalls |
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To view a community slide show of the area click here |
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The Peek - 30 to 45 minutes
A visit to Spahats Falls allows you to get a taste of the beauty that Wells Gray Country offers its visitors. Spahats is noted not only for its impressive waterfall but beautiful gorge where you can see the layers of lava rock.
Approximately 21 km return
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Spahats Falls
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The Waterfall Dash - 3 hours
If you arrive in Clearwater later in the afternoon there is still enough time to visit 3 impressive waterfalls - Helmcken, Spahats and Dawson. In summer (July & August) it is usually light until after 9:00pm. Or relax in the evening and take a visit the park in the morning before heading off to your next destination.
Driving distance is approximately 93 km round trip to Helmcken Falls
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Dawson Falls |
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Spectacular Waterfalls - 6 to 8 hours Same as the dash only at a slower pace so that you can view more of the beauty of Wells Gray Park. Add in a short hike to Ray's farm & the mineral springs or if you are here in September/ October see the Salmon jumping at Bailey's Chute. Also for those in a car - a trip up Green Mountain for a spectacular 360° view is a must. Driving distance is approximately 114 km round trip to Bailey's Chute or 112 to Ray's Farm and Mineral Spring. If your have the time, take a tour of the Clearwater lake.
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Triple Decker Falls
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Full Day - 8 - 9 hours Option A - Waterfalls and Whitewater Take a whitewater rafting trip in the morning and view the spectacular waterfalls in the afternoon. Clearwater has some great rafting trips at excellent value.
Option B - Horseback Riding and Waterfalls View the waterfalls in the morning and take a horseback riding trip in the afternoon. Chance to swim behind the Moul Creek Falls. Not a fan of riding, you can also hike to the falls.
Option C - Waterfalls and hike After viewing the falls take time to hike one of the many 1/2 day trails in the area. If visiting in August a drive up Trophy Mountain and short walk will take you to a beautiful meadow of wildflowers.
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Trophy Mountain Meadows |
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Mix and match to plan your stay in Wells Gray Park 1/2 Day Activities - Whitewater Rafting - Float trip - Boat tour of Clearwater Lake - Sightseeing airplane ride of Wells Gray area - Horseback riding - Hiking - Golfing - Kayaking - whitewater or flatwater - Birdwatching - Animal Viewing
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Bear Watching Best time - May/ early June |
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Full Day Activities - View the spectacular Waterfalls of Wells Gray Park - Whitewater Rafting - Horseback riding - Canoeing Clearwater Lake - Kayaking - whitewater or flatwater - Full day hike - guided tours also available - Fishing - tours available - Relax and enjoy the area - a short walk away is the Bakery, great for lunch. A swim at Dutch lake is only a couple of minutes drive away. Or my favorite sit and read, mingled in with some short forest walks and a swim.
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When you stay at the Clearwater Valley Resort, we will gladly give you assistance in planning your visit and providing more information and directions on the above trips.
See our activities page for further information on things to do.
Please let us know if you find these planning pages helpful or how we can improve them. Email our webmaster at webmaster@clearwaterbckoa.com
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Clearwater / Wells Gray KOA |
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373 Clearwater Valley Road RR1 Box 1948 Clearwater, British Columbia Canada V0E1N0 Reservations - 1-888-837-1161 |
Telephone:250-674-3909 Fax: 250-674-3916 |
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