Projects | Bridge River Valley

Snowmobiling

Bridge River Valley is a snowmobiling mecca. Bralorne is Sled Headquarters and many areas can be accessed directly from town. The East Hurley, Noel Valley and Kingdom Lake FSR provide unlimited sledding options right from your door. All destinations offer spectacular views and riding experiences.
Tyaughton Lake area has great sledding in the Taylor Basin zone where there is a historic mining cabin. Slim Creek is unquestionably the biggest area around for sledding, but be warned, there is 35km of road riding just to access the trailhead. Extra gas is a must!
There are hazards, including avalanches, crevasses, creek crossings and white outs. Know your limitations before heading out and always inquire locally about trail and weather conditions; both can change quickly. Avalanche training, extra gas, clothing and food should be standard equipment for anyone venturing into the mountains.

Avalanche Report

Always check the latest Avalanche Report before heading out

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Horseback Riding

Don’t be surprised to see wild horses in the valley by the river or a cowboy riding along the side of the road or on a trail that you are exploring.
Horses and donkeys opened up this area and as a result there are endless trails to explore on horseback. Whether you are looking for day riding or venturing on a multi-day trip to the backcountry with packhorses, this is probably the best way to experience the Bridge River Valley and South Chilcotins. Bring your own horses or join one of our exceptional local outfitters to create your adventure. Contact Chilcotin Holidays for trail rides and guide outfitting services.
Valley trails outside the park are not to be overlooked, whether you are searching for a family activity for an hour or a day of riding, the valley trail network can provide both.
Epic multi-day rides can be done venturing further into Big Creek Park and towards Taseko Lake. Float plane drops, horse transporter services and guides are also available to help get your group to explore further out into the wilderness.
There are a lifetime of trails to explore around Gold Bridge, Bralorne and the Bridge River Valley. We recommend the South Chilcotin Mountain Guidebook and GPS Map for your adventure planning.

Bridge River Valley Trails

Vist the Bridge River Valley Trail Committee website for more information about the local trails

Trail Info

Skiing

Tyax Lodge & Heliskiing and Backcountry Snowcats operating out of the Bridge River Valley have the Chilcotin Mountain Range as their playground. Experience the untracked powder for which British Columbia is famous, world-class terrain and breathtaking vistas.
Tyax Lodge & Heliskiing is one of the world’s most exciting heli-skiing and snowboarding experiences. Fly with one group per helicopter and unlimited vertical – that means no waiting as your own group sets the pace.
Helicopter transfers from Whistler are available from Tyax Lodge & Heliskiing (30min) and from Vancouver (1 hour) making it one of the most accessible backcountry heli-ski operations in the province.
Backcountry Snowcats offers a remote catskiing experience where the deep, dry snow of the South Chilcotin Mountains will spoil you forever. 15,000 acres of varied terrain that is accessible in all weather conditions.
Some of the greatest and most rarely visited backcountry ski terrain in Southwestern BC lies within the areas surrounding the Bridge River Valley. Glaciers, high alpine meadows and glades are all part of the experience dependent on the route. Difficult ascents are rewarded with long descents and spectacular views.
Much of the ski touring area is extremely remote and only the most experienced should attempt without a guide. There are hazards, including avalanches, crevasses, creek crossings and white outs. Know your limitations before heading out and always inquire locally about terrain and weather conditions; both can change quickly. Avalanche training, sufficient clothing and food should be standard equipment for anyone in the mountains.
Tyax Adventures rents out ski touring cabins.

Avalanche Report

Always check the latest Avalanche Report before heading out

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Circle Tours

Vancouver Escape Recommended: 4 days – minimum 3 nights – 650km

Leave Vancouver behind along the TransCanada Highway #1 and travel through the fertile Fraser Valley
Check out a farmers market or buy farm fresh local produce
Travel to Chilliwack and check out the local museum in town before venturing onwards to
Hope stay the night and wake up ready for a hike in the mountains or through the Othello Tunnels. Grab a bite in town and head into the Fraser Canyon, Canada’s own version of the Grand Canyon. There is hiking and historical sites along the way. Hell’s Gate Airtram offers a spectacular view of the gorge and rapids that have awed travellers for centuries.
Continue along the spectacular Fraser Canyon and turn off at Lytton on your way to Lillooet.
Stay the night in Lillooet – time your journey for one of Lillooet’s many festivals or a musical performance at the Miyazaki.
Wake up refreshed and begin your journey along Road 40 – book ahead at Xwisten Experience Tours to learn about local First Nations and their tradition of dip netting and wind drying Fraser River salmon.
Continue your journey along Road 40 to the Bridge River Valley and check in at one of several accommodation options listed in our guide – stay a few nights and immerse yourself in our nature, history and culture – ride or hike the trails, pan for gold at the Haylmore heritage site, go paddleboarding/boating on one of our many lakes and finish the day with a delicious meal and spa treatment.
When you are ready, complete your circle tour by taking the Hurley Forest Service Road to Pemberton – Whistler – Vancouver or by returning to Lillooet on Road 40 and taking the Duffey Lake Road to Pemberton – Whistler – Vancouver.

Whistler Escape Recommended: 2 days – minimum 1 night – 335 km

If you need a break from world-class, purpose built resor t amenities and are searching for immersive and authentic wilderness and culture, the Bridge River Valley is only 2 hours away from Whistler!
Venture north on Hwy99 and if you have a 4×4 vehicle, cruise through the scenic Pemberton Meadows to the Hurley Forest Service Road — the Bridge River Valley is only 2 hours away.
Other vehicles can take the equally scenic Duffey Lake Road to Lillooet/Road 40 and arrive in the Bridge River Valley in only3 hours! When you’re ready for the Whistler scene again, cruise back renewed and refreshed.

Western Canada Grand Tour

Be sure to include the Bridge River Valley in your grand tour of Western Canada. Banff and Whistler are must sees but the Bridge River Valley is a ‘must feel’ – feel nature all around you; feel the sense of community and feel yourself – learning, exploring, connecting. See Route 1 and 2 for more details.

Motorized Vehicles

The Bridge River Valley is a dual sport, dirt bike, quad and side-by-side playground. The adventure begins along one of several routes into the Valley that offer spectacular mountain scenery while testing your driving skills. Once you arrive, your sense of adventure and your fuel supply are the only things that will set your boundaries.

The area has an abundance of trails and roads that have been developed from the gold rush days and more recently from the mining, forestry and independent power industries.
Please respect signage indicating non-motorized zones and know the Alpine riding regulations.
Many of our trails are multi-use so expect to encounter horses, mountain bikes and hikers.

Bridge River Valley Trails

Vist the Bridge River Valley Trail Committee website for more information about the local trails

Trail Info

Snowmobile

Snowmobiling

Avalanche Report

Horseback Riding

Horseback Riding

Bridge River Valley Trails

Ski

Skiing

Avalanche Report

Circle Tours

Circle Tours

Vancouver Escape Recommended: 4 days – minimum 3 nights – 650km

Whistler Escape Recommended: 2 days – minimum 1 night – 335 km

Western Canada Grand Tour

Motorized Vehicles

Motorized Vehicles

Bridge River Valley Trails