Off Roading in North BC: The North BC region is vast and wild. The paved highways connect the communities and the backcountry gravel roads connects the valleys, lakes and rivers together. Each community enjoys a backcountry road system, some better signed than others.. some marked as active or inactive logging roads.

The many unmarked and marked gravel roads heading into the forested valleys and up the mountains primarily service the forest industry. Massive logging trucks and forestry equipment use the active gravel roads for transporting logs. When traveling these backcountry roads always pull over to the side when logging trucks approach therefore avoiding flying stones creating cracked windshields and the massive dust clouds following the trucks limiting your visibility.

Fourwheeling, 4x4ing or off roading is a good opportunity to experience the region outdoors in its most primitive form. The routes vary from easy to difficult with large boulders, loose gravel, steep climbs, deadfall trees, dried up creeks and ranging rivers.

Offroaders should always have a good backcountry map book. If none available then they should check in with the local off roading clubs for road accessibility. Always check the weather as it can be severe and unpredictable. Some of the remote multi day off roading adventures include wilderness camping in the middle of nowhere. Always let someone know where you are going and when you are expected to return!

The four wheeling tours operating in North BC provide the lessons, a guide and equipment. Some provide accommodations and meals. Always good to ask. It is always good to know that the tour company will prepare properly with good backcountry maps, gps, winch, communications, rope, safety equipment and first aid.

Some tour groups offer half day, full day and multi day wilderness camping off-roading trips exploring deep into the forests even further.