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Place in British Columbia, Canada
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Fort Nelson is a town of about 3,400 people (2016) and stopping point along the Alaska Highway in British Columbia's Northern Rockies. It is located within Northern Rockies Regional Municipality.
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A sprawling collection of antique cars and trucks, local history, the story of the Alaska Highway, historic local buildings and more. Tours are frequently available from the curator (a local resident), who brings insight and character to the stories of the community and the highway.
Offers a scenic view of the Sikanni Chief waterfalls, which travel over a steep 30 m cliff in the forest.
A park with a number of well-maintained trails of 1-3.5 km in length. Some trails can also be used for biking and cross-country skiing. Trails include interpretive signs explaining some of the local ecosystem. There's a pond with picnic tables about 10-15 minutes from the parking lot. The park is also a popular spot for dog walking.
Late February. Entertainment, the working displays. Free bannock and tea in the Trapper's Cabin as well as live entertainment. Free admission to the museum and a bake sale both days.
Health food store and cafe.
Hotel with mix of standard hotel rooms and suites. The Guest rooms have two queen beds, microwaves, small fridges and in-room coffee. The suites have more space, one or two bedrooms, and some have full kitchens and jacuzzis. Amenities include an exercise room and free Wifi.
Standard rooms have two queen beds and in-room coffee. Executive rooms and suites have two queen beds or one king, and fridge and microwave. All rooms include free Wifi and there is a fitness center on site. Long-term and monthly rates also available.
Free WiFi throughout the property, pet-friendly accommodation. Free private parking is available on site. Every room at this motel is air conditioned and features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom.
Gift and souvenir Shop owned and operated by a local trapping family. Eclectic collection of Canadiana.
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