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marine wildlife populations, huge rivers, and a
for Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) ferries
and the northern terminus for the B.C. Ferry System,
making this scenic city the kick off point for marine
travel to Alaska. AMHS ferry service to Prince
Rupert waas cut for two years, but twice-monthly
stops are now scheduled through September 2022.
Prince Rupert is also the western terminus of the
Yellowhead Highway 16, which cuts across western
Canada all the way to Winnipeg and is the closest
major thoroughfare to Alaska. Charter flight services
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myriad of salmon spawning streams, as well as the
magnificently rugged Coast Mountain Range.
The region around Prince Rupert was the
geographic center of several distinct northwest
coast native nations, each with its own language,
legends and traditions. The area is one of the oldest
continuously inhabited places in North America, with
permanent and seasonal villages dating back 5,000
years.
The Museum of Northern BC, considered one of
the best in the Province, is world famous as is the
carving shed just behind it, where visitors can watch
native artists at work. The museum has an outstanding
collection of artifacts and sponsors archaeological
harbor tours during the summer months.
Prince Rupert has one of the largest outdoors
collections of totem poles in the world on permanent
display. Eighteen authentic reproductions of famous
poles are located in various parks including the
grounds around city hall and the Museum of Northern
BC.
Prince Rupert’s Performing Arts Centre for
Orca Whales local and guest artists is located five minutes from
photo by: downtown.
VC TRAVEL GUIDE Oldfield Creek Fish Hatchery is 1 km past the
Performing Arts Centre and raises Coho Salmon for
are readily available in Prince Rupert to the Queen release in the area. Volunteer staff in winter; please
Charlotte Islands and other coastal destinations. call (604) 624-6733 to arrange tour. July and August,
Possessing the third largest, naturally deep ice-free summer staff provides tours on demand. Entry by
harbor in the world and on a direct route to Pacific donation.
Rim Countries, Prince Rupert is a tailor-made import/ Kwinitsa Station across from Via Rail is a railway
export center. Built in the shadow of Mount Hays, museum and a delight for all railway buffs. Fire Hall
this picturesque city is well worth exploring. The Museum display located in the fire station contains
region is home to the coastal rainforest, fjords, and a reconstructed 1925 “REO Speedwagon”– Prince
estuaries that legends have long been based upon. Rupert’s first fire engine with electric lights and air
It is known for its exceedingly rich land-based and tires.
The Seaplane Base is a legacy of World War
II, in use by airline companies serving outlying
communities.
There are plentiful fishing charters and harbor,
scenic and flightseeing tours by small plane and
helicopter. Fish to your heart’s content off the public
docks, but don’t forget your license!
Prince Rupert’s downtown area was established
before the city’s incorporation in 1910 and a number
of its buildings precede that date, providing interesting
architecture and varied shopping. Cow Bay is one of
the oldest areas of Prince Rupert. Legend has it that
when the first dairy herd arrived in 1906, no dock
had yet been built so the cows had to jump into the
water and swim ashore. Today, this waterfront area is
a bustling shopping and dining district with a number
of historic buildings.
Pacific Tugboat Adventures
Cruise the gorgeous Inside Passage of British
Columbia and experience some of the most exotic
scenery in the world while enjoying salmon and
halibut fishing that is second-to-none, or delight in
an exceptional boutique expedition eco-tour. The
experienced folks with Pacific Tugboat Adventures
provide the ultimate unforgettable trip, known as
“The Original Tugboat Cruise.” This is a one-week
wilderness fishing and luxury all-inclusive cruise
adventure aboard the MV Parry, a lovingly restored
vintage wooden tugboat carrying a maximum of
only 12 guests per week. The 1941 heritage tug is
beautifully appointed with comfortable two-berth
cabins, fireside lounge, spotless bathrooms and
showers, plus a busy galley serving tantalizing 5-star
meals and desserts. Creature comforts are provided in
the form of bathrobes, extra pillows, hairdryers and a
complimentary selection of fine wines from around
the world. The skipper, chef, hostess, naturalist, and
guides are eager to pamper you, and the shipboard