Things to do in Valemount
George Hicks Regional Park
George Hicks Regional Park is off Hwy. 5 at 785 Cranberry Lake Rd. The site offers a bird's-eye view of Chinook salmon as they near the end of a 1,280-kilometre (768-mi.) upstream trip from mid-August to mid-September. Call (250) 566-9893 for more information.
785 Cranberry Lake Rd., Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0
Mount Robson Provincial Park
Mount Robson Provincial Park is on Hwy. 16. Mount Robson, at 3,954 metres (12,972 ft.) is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies. Other park highlights include glacier-fed lakes, valleys, canyons, waterfalls, rivers and streams. More than 180 species of birds reside here along with deer, moose, bears, elk and caribou. Fishing and hiking are just a few of the outdoor activities to be enjoyed. Scenic views abound on the many walking and hiking trails. Call (250) 566-4325 for more information.
18370 Viewpoint Rd., Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0
R.W. Starratt Wildlife Sanctuary
R.W. Starratt Wildlife Sanctuary is 1 km (.6 mi.) s. on Hwy. 5. The refuge is home to a variety of songbirds, waterfowl and other animals. Informational signs line a trail to two viewing platforms. Call (250) 566-9893 for more information.
785 Cranberry Lake Rd., Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0
Robson Helimagic Sightseeing Tours
Robson Helimagic Sightseeing Tours depart from the Yellowhead Helicopters hangar, 5 km (3 mi.) n. on Hwy. 5 to 3010 Selwyn Rd. Helicopters take passengers on 12-36 minute tours of the Valemount and Mount Robson areas, providing breathtaking views of glaciers, snow-covered mountains, alpine meadows, valleys, waterfalls, lakes and rivers. Heli-skiing, heli-snowshoeing and heli-snowboarding also are offered in winter. Call (250) 566-4700 for more information.
3010 Selwyn Rd., Valemount, BC V0E 2Z0