Tourism Smithers

Skiing

Alpine Skiing & Snow Boarding

Hudson Bay Mountain Resort is a great family ski resort just 20 minutes from downtown. Three lifts, including a triple chair take you to the top of Hudson Bay Mountain. Enjoy ski runs from novice to expert, including some challenging tree skiing. Hudson Bay Mountain Resort has a full service day lodge, with restaurant and lounge; along with a well outfitted rental and pro-shop. If you're new to skiing or boarding - you can link up with a friendly and qualified instructor at the ski school.

Backcountry Skiing

If you prefer to leave the lifts behind and see the backcountry - you will love the Bulkley Valley. Smithers is surrounded by mountains and hundreds of miles of untracked snow! There is generally enough snow to ski from November through June and enough terrain to suit the most demanding skier on alpine touring or telemark gear. The town has good ski shops that can advise on where to ski and can assist with gear needs. Back country ski guides are also available.  We are especially proud of the recently designated back county ski area - the Hankin-Evelyn Backcounty Skiing Recreation Area.   This Recreation Area creates significant new below-tree-line skiing  and ensures access roads are maintained throughout the winter. It’s all about supporting the backcountry ski community by opening up a wealth of non-motorized ski touring terrain for all abilities. Spanning low elevation snow shoeing and cross-country loops, beginner, intermediate and expert tree runs, or high alpine bowls—Hankin-Evelyn offers something for everyone

Cross Country Skiing

The Bulkley Valley Nordic Centre has it all for the track skier. There's a day lodge, waxing huts, lighted night skiing and many organized events throughout the season. The tracks are well maintained and a map is available of the ski area. The Nordic Centre is on Hudson Bay Mountain about 15 minutes from down town. If you prefer something closer to town cross country skiiers make their own tracks at the Smithers Golf and Country Club and on nearby lakes - Kathlyn, Seymour and Tyee. Other cross country ski areas include the Canyon Creek Trails, 

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The Grey Premiere

Premiere night for “The Grey” – directed by Joe Carnahan, starring Liam Neeson, shot in Smithers, BC.

 

Paragliding at Malkow Lookout

Autumn is a wonderful season in the Bulkley Valley. The views are splendid, especially from way up high!

 

Huckin Eh!

Huckin’ Eh! One of the many downhill mountain bike trails in Smithers BC.

 

Cronin Pass Mountain Bike Trip

Produced by Lee Lau and Sharon Bader. Trip assisted by Smithers Mountain Bike Association August 2010. Trip over Cronin Pass on Mountain Bikes.

 

Ride Guide in Smithers

RideGuide visits Smithers BC. Enjoy the video!

 

Smithers Olympic Torch Relay Event

Day 93 of the Olympic Torch Relay saw a massive event in Smithers, coinciding with the ‘Spirit of the Mountains’ winter festival antics on Main Street.

 

Live Entertainment

From our annual Fall Fair & Rodeo to two-time Juno award-winning musician Alex Cuba, Midsummer Music Festival and the Creative Roots dance group, Smithers will keep you entertained.

 

Outdoors in the Summer

The activities are limitless! Hiking, biking, boating, swimming, fishing, horseback riding… or just relaxing in view of the mountains.

 

Winter in the Mountains

Winter in the Smithers area is the most beautiful season of all, with lots to do for everyone.

 

Food & Drink

A quick bite or a fine-dining soiree, cold beer on tap or a parlor-style ice cream cone. There’s a lot of choice in Smithers.

 

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