| Ferry
Island Trail is an extensive
network of walking and hiking trails meandering through forests
along the shores of the Skeena River located on the southern portion
of Ferry Island near the community of Terrace, BC, Canada.
The island, at one time, got its name because it
was a major hub for two riverboat ferries during the 1911. At
the time a ferryman lived on the island and a First Nation riverboat
captain servicing the community. In 1936, the island was 8 feet
underwater because of the great Skeena River Flood which took
out the bridge built in 1925 and was the last time someone lived
on the island.
Today, the trail system follows a circle route
for 2.8 kilometres and is used by joggers, dog walkers (dogs must
be leashed on the trail), fly fisherman and, even, cross country
skiers in the winter. On the south end of the island is an off
leash area for our four-legged friends and some, from what we
hear, some good fly fishing holes.
One of the major highlights, besides being active,
is the carvings found along the Ferry Island Trail
carved into the bark of the trees. There is said to be over 55
carvings hidden in the forest. All were carved by a local artist,
Rick Goyette.
The trail system is a gem, with 2 picnic shelters,
2 picnic table areas and a campground nearby with an onsite caretaker.
The amenities, the trail and the Skeena River attract many every
day to Ferry Island.
Contact information for
the local Terrace, 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 Ferry Island Trail: Just before entering
Terrace, BC, Canada from the east traveling along Highway 16,
there is a large wooden sign marked Ferry Island on your left
before crossong the large bridge into the community of Terrace,
BC. Turn, and continue driving through the campground to the trailhead.
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