Fun facts about Terrace

Welcome to Terradise – locals love to refer to Terrace as Terradise, because it’s like a little piece of paradise everywhere you look.

■ In 2001 a German visitor landed a 44.91 kg, (99 lbs) Chinook Salmon on the Skeena River, the second largest river in BC.

■ Terrace has over 180 km of mountain biking trails.

■ Riverboat Days is our annual 10-day festival, featuring more than 50 different events and draws thousands of visitors annually.

■ The Terrace Wolfpack is one of the most Instagrammable places in Terrace, with a short hike, spectacular views and art in wild places.

■ Terrace is home to world-class artists such as master carvers Dempsey Bob (Tlingit/Tahltan) and Stan Bevan (Tahltan, Tlingit, Ts’msyen).

■ Did you know that there are several ghost towns in northwestern BC. Terrace is your perfect home base for discovering remote ghost towns such as Doreen, Anyox, Kitsault and Alice Arm.

Getting here

BY VEHICLE

Highway 16 to Terrace is one of the most scenic drives in the province. Driving to Terrace from Vancouver, Calgary, or Edmonton is a must for anyone. Plan to take several days to allow you to maximize the time in the communities and stops along the way. Don’t forget to keep your camera handy as this drive is home to more wildlife than anywhere in BC! For more info about the drive and best routes check out some of the more popular Driving and Circle Routes in BC at hellobc.com

Fuel and Diesel:

Most communities along the way have fueling stations for both gas and diesel, and many places where you can grab a bite to eat. It is advisable to fuel up fully when you have a chance, because the hours of operation can vary along the route.

Car Rental:

Should you require a vehicle, there are many trusted car rental businesses which offer visitors a variety of options for transportation including vehicles equipped for winter driving. There are several vehicle rental businesses also located at the Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat (yxt)

BY RAIL

Did you know that you can travel the length of our great country via train? VIA Rail trains pass through Terrace several times a week travelling between Prince George and Prince Rupert. Weaving in and out of the mountains and passing by raging rivers, the train allows access to wilderness sights and scenery not visible from the highway. The Via Rail station is located at the George Little House at the base of Kalum Street in downtown Terrace. It’s also home to a great coffee shop called the Fairlie where you can find daily food specials, breakfast eats and a delicious array of coffee and tea. Check VIA Rail’s website for more information and schedules.

BY AIR

The Kitimat-Terrace Regional Airport is the largest in the area with regularly scheduled direct daily flights to Vancouver, and one to Prince George. Air Canada Jazz, Westjet and Central Mountain Air all provide excellent value and service.

BY BIKE

During the summer, many cyclists pass through town on BC adventures. It’s best for bikers to thoroughly research local terrain before traveling through the area, but local bike shops are more than happy to assist should any technical difficulties arise.