Clearwater Hotels
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Hotels in Clearwater
Established on December 3, 2007, Clearwater is the newest municipals in British Columbia. It combines an enthusiasm for outdoor adventure with a deep respect for the area's natural surroundings, and rich culture and history.
Outdoor Adventure
Wells Gray Provincial Park's network of hiking trails, which traverse the 3,100ha/7,660ac Clearwater River Corridor, range in difficulty from easy to advanced. Highlight trails include the route to Mahood Lake and the easy-to-moderate trek to the Trophy Mountains meadows (especially in July when alpine flowers bloom). Helmcken Falls Rim Trail (5km/3mi), infrequently used but easily found, snakes behind the iconic falls offering a spectacular rare view.
Clearwater and the surrounding area is an angler's dream with many places to go fishing. There are 50 stocked lakes within an hour of town, and many local fishing lodges and resorts feature day-long or multi-day guided trips. Extend a day of fishing to a personal or guided boating/camping adventure along Clearwater Lake and Azure Lake. The waters of Wells Gray Provincial Park provide exhilarating kayaking and whitewater rafting.
During the winter months, go cross-country skiing on 85km/52mi of groomed trails in the Clearwater area, divided between the Candle Mountain Trail System and Wells Gray Provincial Park. The parks also features backcountry skiing and snowshoeing along designated routes. A community ski hill, plus nearby Sun Peaks Resort and Mike Wiegele Resort (heli-skiing), are available for downhill skiing and snowboarding.
Golfing
Golfers can test both their course management and photography skills at one of three challenging and scenic 9-hole golf courses near Clearwater: Lacarya Golf Course, Wells Gray Golf Course and Chinook Cove Golf Course. Sun Peaks Golf Course, a Graham Cooke-designed course, is another option 111km/69mi from town.
Helmcken Falls LodgeModerateFrom £100 per room per night
This Lodge is nestled away from the hustle & bustle of city or town life & is perfect for all ages seeking to explore, relax & unwind. It is located just a short drive to all the fantastic places to explore in this magnificent park. There is also the chance to view wildlife such as bears around the park.
There are 33 rooms situated around the 20 acre ground in 8 buildings with ensuite bathrooms, and tea and coffee making facilities. Within the park there is plenty of activities to take part in such as horseback riding, hiking and canoeing. The lodge also has its own restaurant serving breakfast and dinner and a bar/lounge open until late.
Nakiska RanchModerateFrom £114 per room per night
The Lodge is nestled in a grove of fir and pine trees while the spectacular Trophy Mountains crown the horizon. Cattle and horses graze peacefully nearby, as the Lodge borders onto beautiful Wells Gray Provincial Park. Many species often roam our magnificent surroundings.
The Lodge only a short drive away from Helmcken Falls which is 2.5 times larger than Niagara Falls. There are also plenty of activities to take part in such as horseback riding, hiking, fishing and canoeing in the summer as well as snowshoeing and skiing in the winter.
Alpine Meadows ResortUnique StayFrom £113 per room per night
This resort is located just 25 minutes east of Clearwater, the gateway to Wells Provincial Park, situated alongside Hallamore Lake.
The chalets are either one, two or three bedroom and come with an outdoor seating area, living area, bathroom and bedroom with some having kitchens also. There is free Wi-Fi at hot sports around the resort, restaurant, wood fire barbeque and a seasonal Jacuzzi. Guests can also benefit from the complimentary boat rentals, fishing equipment, canoes and kayaks. A Full-service RV park is also available on site.