Traveling through BC by road is exquisite. Towering mountains, raging rivers, babbling brooks, gentle fields and even a desert are a few of the sights to see. No matter which route one selects, it will not disappoint.
Access to Cassiar is off Highway 16, the Yellowhead Highway, which runs east to west through central BC. The drive between Smithers and Prince Rupert is ranked in the Top 10 of the World’s Most Scenic Drives and it is stunning. Take the Port Edward turnoff and drive right to the end of the road.
For road reports and updates:
BC Road Reports: 1-900-565-4997
Skeena District Highway: 1-800-663-9910
Depending on your route, recommended stops include:
Barkerville – 1 hour from Quesnel
Barkerville is a national Historic Site built around the BC’s famous Gold Rush. It is well worth a visit, especially the stagecoach ride.
Chasm Provincial Park
A Grand Canyon – BC Style! Located near 70 Mile House.
K’san – Beautiful First Nations Village on Highway 16. Well worth the stop.
