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Smithers lies at the bottom of Hudson Bay Mountain which elevates to a dramatic height of 8,700’ setting a spectacular atmosphere in the community. Outstanding outdoor recreational activities any time of the year with a wilderness surrounding that provide ultimate conditions for a wide range of sports, coupled with a variety of urban features such as cultural pursuits and indoor recreation opportunities. A great area to spend a Canadian winter, with a variety of sporting adventures to experience, as the snow accumulates the mountains call out to skiers, snowboarders and an array of other winter sports.  Smithers host some of British Columbia’s most remote wilderness parks offering wildlife excursions. A natural playground filled with lakes and rivers which are great for paddling, swimming and fishing; mountains reaching for the sky and extending out in all directions with awe-inspiring scenery that will leave you breathless. From lake trout to salmon and steelhead, Smithers welcomes anglers from around the world. Babine Lake to the north, including the famous Rainbow Alley delivers trout fishing at its best. There is world class guides to make your trip memorable. Whatever your fishing pleasure – you will be satisfied here. Hundreds of lakes and hundreds of miles of river await your cast. Smithers is a town of 6000 people and is a regional service center for the entire Bulkley Valley. Because of this, Smithers offers many more amenities than you would normally see in a town of this size, where the seasons are alive with displays of musical, dance and theater performances. You’ll appreciate the “B&B’s” in the Smithers area. All of the Bed and Breakfast’s are attractive, tasteful and provide personal service. Many of them take advantage of the lakes, rivers and mountainsides that are so abundant in the Smithers area. Your cares will melt away the longer you stay. Smithers is a paddlers dream! Whether you’re seeking a peaceful paddle around the lakeshore, drifting on a placid stream or experiencing the thrill of adrenaline pumping whitewater. The Bulkley Valley is studded with lakes – large and small and the surrounding mountains ensure a good supply of river water all season long. If you’re travelling in July, check the event calendar for the dates of Tatlowfest – an annual celebration of rivers and paddling. A linear park surrounds Smithers, providing 11 kilometres of gentle town and country walking. The Bulkley Valley is prime mountain biking country. Scattered throughout the area are trails for all ages and abilities. The 13 km Perimeter Trail offers gentle biking around the town of Smithers to residents and visitors alike. The trails designated for bikes make excellent day trips up to the alpine. Mountain goats standing on the side of the mountain – where there’s nothing to stand on; a grizzly bear swiping salmon from roaring rapids; a bald eagle soaring overhead; the call of the loon… The sights and sounds of wildlife surround Smithers. Smithers latitude, about 54.50 degrees, Smithers sees northern lights winter and summer – but winter is best, anytime from October through March, when the dark skies show off the colours. Incredible winters – including lots of dry, fluffy snow! As a result we have superb skiing. Feel the call of the wild – as you rush over snow and ice behind a team of racing dogs. Travelers are drawn to Smithers, with its natural beauty of the surrounding—expansive mountain vistas; roaring rivers and tranquil creeks and brooks.
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