Sustainable Destination Wells Gray, British Columbia, Canada
Explore Wells Gray, where the roar of 41 named waterfalls and wildlife sightings are as common as the sunrise. Called ‘Canada’s Waterfall Park’, Wells Gray is one of the most unique landscapes in all of BC, with 1.3 million acres of alpine wilderness, born from volcanoes and carved by glaciers. It’s among the world’s only inland temperate rainforest and soaring mountain peaks that
you’ll find yourself.
Wells Gray Provincial Park protects over 5,200 square kilometres of critical wildlife habitats for caribou, grizzly bears and wolves. The Park also protects the old-growth rainforest and some of the largest and most voluminous watersheds in the world including the Clearwater and Murtle Rivers. Finally, Murtle Lake is North America’s largest paddle-only lake (non-motorized) with
over 100 kilometres of shoreline.
most sustainable hotels
Blue River Cabins & Campgrounds
8.26 kg
6.6 191 recensies
Across the Creek Cabins
11.74 kg
9.3 103 recensies
Nakiska Ranch
13.45 kg
7.7 85 recensies
Glacier Mountain Lodge
13.40 kg
8 361 recensies
Ruth Lake Lodge Resort
14.08 kg
9.5 33 recensies
Blue Grouse Country Inn B&B
14.18 kg
9.4 40 recensies
The Cabin at Wells Gray
15.30 kg
9.2 14 recensies
Wolfwood Guest Ranch
15.51 kg
9.3 139 recensies
top sustainable features
Paddle Paddle
How do you experience the raw power and beauty of Wells Gray? By engaging with the raging (or calm) waters. It’s easy to get away from the crowds by paddling two of Canada’s top five canoe chains in Wells Gray. Enjoy the quiet, the calm, and the nature. Or, go all in on adrenaline and whitewater raft on some of the biggest rapids in BC. With three different rafting companies to choose from and unlimited water to explore, grabbing a paddle is the most immersive way to truly experience Wells Gray.
Wildlife
Stand in awe as Black bears graze steps away from your car. Try to count vibrant-red spawning salmon swimming up Bailey’s Chute waterfall every August. Spot massive moose roaming snow-covered meadows. Embark on guided wilderness tours to view bears, deer, wolves, beavers, and 250 species of birdlife. Fill your camera’s memory card with images of your own wildlife experiences, right here, where the wild things are.
Waterfalls and Hikes
There’s no place on earth quite like Wells Gray Park with its ancient volcanic fields, glacier-fed lakes, wildflower-strewn meadows, jagged mountain peaks and storybook waterfalls. Witness some of Canada's most impressive waterfalls, including world-famous 140-metre-high, Helmcken Falls which transform into magnificent ice sculptures come winter. From a simple stroll along the Clearwater or Murtle Rivers to multi-day treks high above the alpine, Wells Gray is a hiker’s haven! With a path for every level of hiker, half the adventure is deciding where to go!