Clearwater
& Wells Gray
As you move north along Hwy 5, past Clearwater, rounded, smooth mountains encroach on the highway. Clearwater is the gateway to Wells Gray Provincial Park and home to more waterfalls and wilderness than most people can envision.
Drive 35 kilometres (22 miles) along the Clearwater Valley Road for park access. As you drive along, dense forests come into view. The accessible walking trails from the main roads lead into a mystical rainforest where you can hike the Rim Trail to famous Helmcken Falls. There are over 42 named waterfalls here for you to enjoy.
Take the time to explore Trophy Mountains. In the spring and summer wildflowers paint the inclines. Those bound for water-filled expeditions can raft the legendary Clearwater River. For something quieter, launch your canoe into the soothing waters of Clearwater and Azure Lakes.