| Telkwa
Village is a small riverfront community located
just east of Smithers, BC., Canada on the shores of the Bulkley
and Telkwa Rivers. The community plays a part in the historic
past of the region. Aldermere was actually the first settlement
in the area in the pioneer days and the townsite was located up
the hill from where Telkwa sits today.
Today the only evidence that really exists is the
Aldermere Trail which leads to new homes, neighborhoods and to
the Tyhee Provincial Park
. A beautiful lake park with a full service day use area and boat
launch. The lake destination is a popular recreation destination
attracting many outdoor enthusiasts to the valley to explore.
The village, itself, is centre around the two rivers,
a riverfront walkway, some character buildings with historical
references and two scenic hiking trails the Aldermere and Riverbend
Trails. In Telkwa there is, for example, the 1912 First Union
Bank - now on the corner of 5th and Hill Street kitty-corner from
the 190 E Hobbs family log house... and then, just down the street,
there is the 1920 United Church located on 4th Street beside a
1915 home which was once a dispensary.
A series of walking paths connect various points
of the area with the Village of Telkwa and the Bulkley River to
the Tyhee Provincial Park. Start in Eddy Park in Telkwa and from
there the Riverside Trail follows the Bulkley River to Riverside
Park and some picnic tables. The River Grade Trail picks it up
from there and continues along the river, leading to the hwy.
On the other side of the hwy the Aldermere Trail
leads to the old Aldermere Townsite and some interpretive signs
of its past. From here the Cariboo Trail leads to Tyhee Park and
the Wagon Trail heads back into Telkwa Village.
The region with the snow capped peaks of Hudson
Bay Mountain and the Telkwa Range standing tall in
the background is one of the more popular destinations for many
artists and musicians. Many calling it home. It is obvious once
you visit the art galleries, gift shops and artist studios visible
from the roads.
When visiting the streets of Telkwa visit one of
the coffee houses or enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants -
it is a good way to enjoy the area and meet artists, musicians,
hikers, visitors and locals... all visiting too, sitting at tables
sharing stories.
Contact information for
the local Smithers and Telkwa, BC accommodations, tours,
guides, golf courses, attractions, eco activities, artists,
transportation companies, realtors, etc. are posted under
the links listed to your right. =) |
How to
get to Telkwa
Village: From Highway 16 in Smithers, B.C. head
east towards the communities of Houston and Prince George. 10
km (6 mi.) east of Smithers is the Village of Telkwa.
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Telkwa
Smithers