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City in British Columbia, Canada
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Prince George, locally known as PG, is a city in the North Coast-Nechako region and a major service centre in Northern British Columbia, Canada. It is the largest city north of Kamloops in BC, and known as BC's Northern Capital. Prince George is at the crossroads of Highway 16 (East-West) and Highway 97 (North-South), in a large valley at the confluence of the Fraser River and the Nechako River, both significant, high flow rivers.
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A large statue of man with tree stumps for legs and arms, around 10 metres high, has to be seen to be believed. Mr. PG stands near the tourist information centre at the intersection of Highway 16 and Highway 97.
Located high above town, the view from the campus is spectacular. There are lots of hiking trails and mountain bike paths in Forests for the World behind the campus.
Fort George Park
Just outside of downtown, Fort George is a pleasant river side park with a large playground.
A small hill in the middle of town, take the short drive to the top to see a spectacular view of town, as well as enjoy the gardens and shaded areas on the summit.
This impressive building features a prominent dome roof.
These large banks of sand along the Nechako river are a striking view. In mid-summer, the cutbanks formerly hosted the Prince George Sandblast, where competitors ski and snow (sand?) board down the sandy cutbanks to the city below, but the annual event has been cancelled as a result of injuries and accidents. This competition has been featured in several of Warren Miller's ski movies over the years.
East of downtown, on the other side of the railway yards along River Road. The museum features lots of old railway equipment, including a number of coaches in the process of being restored. Some notable pieces of equipment include the Russel Wooden Snowplow, BC Rail Electric locomotives and the BC Government Coach "Endeavour". There is also a miniature railway that operates seasonally and offers rides around the museum grounds.
This historic site is 40 km north of Prince George, just off Highway 97. It consists of the house of trader Al Huble who arrived in 1904. There are various other buildings, including a blacksmith shop, general store, and trapper's cabin, some original and some reconstructed. The site is located at the south end of the historic Giscome Portage, once an important route between the Fraser and Peace River systems. During the tourist season, interpreters in period costume are on hand and a blacksmith is at work at the forge. It is also a nice site for a walk or picnic.
This large, public art gallery is downtown in an impressive, purpose-built building. The gallery features art by artists from all over British Columbia. A highlight in Prince George, and well worth the admission price.
This small museum in Fort George Park offers local history, as well as a hands-on natural history and science exhibit for children. Hours vary from season to season and should be verified before visiting.
On Cranbook Hill, it's a short drive from the downtown core, with 15 kilometres of hiking trails, Shane Lake, a picnic area, and a lookout point. A good place to see wildlife without going too far.
Excellent, friendly service combines with a lovely decor to give an exquisite restaurant. Not a cheap restaurant, but the high quality steaks and pasta are well worth the price
Serves up home made Indian cuisine that will keep your taste buds popping. The food is very good and the prices very reasonable.
An awesome place to have sushi!
Small 13-table restaurant with tons of character. Over 50 different beers available. Generous meal portions are created from raw ingredients. It can get very busy, especially when there is live music, so reservations are recommended.
Excellent Tamil food.
A locally owned candy store that also has ice cream, bubble tea, and other treats.
A favourite among locals, has good food and cheap beer, located just west of downtown.
Neat pub up in Hart Highlands, north of town. Very good food and low prices. Out of the way, but a good place to check out after an evening of skiing.
Generally considered the high-end accommodation in Prince George.
190-room hotel with one king/two queen standard rooms and some suites. Amenities include fitness center, indoor swimming pool and whirlpool.
80-room hotel attached to the Treasure Cove Casino. Amenities include complimentary continental breakfast, pool with waterslide and fitness centre.
Hotel and restaurant with a swimming pool, steam room, whirlpool baths and water slides.
Only available May through August.
This motel is somewhat outside of the city. Connected to Bon Voyage shopping plaza.
Very nice local book shop that features books by local authors (a café/bookstore/concert venue).
Goods for homes.
A clothing store.
By car
Prince George has two highways servicing the city, which intersect in the middle of the city. Those highways are:
By bus
By train
By taxi
Cab rates in Prince George are comparable to rates in other medium-sized cities in North America.
By ride hailing
By car
Personal car is the easiest way to get around PG. Most major rental outlets in North America have offices in town, as well as at the airport.
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