BEST OF Bella Coola BC

The Bella Coola Valley is of archaeological and historical significance in that it was a trade corridor between coastal and interior Native Groups. The river had several villages along its length. Furs and leather were exchanged for salmon and eulachon grease, and were transported along what were called the "grease" trails. Remnants of precontact Native culture include the site of Friendly Village, visited by Alexander Mackenzie in 1793, pictographs near Big Rock, a burial ground and smokehouse near Stuie, and aboriginal trade trails. There are also obsidian quarries on Tsitsutl Peak.For many years Bella Coola was linked to the world beyond only by horse trail and by sea. The only way to or from Bella Coola was via a steep packhorse trail that led to Anahim Lake, and the start of Highway 26. In August 1953, the residents of Bella Coola celebrated a newfound and well-deserved freedom. For two long years they had donated their time, energy, equipment and money to develop the last portion of Highway 20 – the stretch of road that would finally give them access to the economic centre of Williams Lake. This  route, commonly known as The Hill has had a significant impact on the prosperity of Bella Coola.

Population: 909Location: Bella Coola is located on the coast of central British Columbia, at the western terminus of the Bella Coola Highway 20.

Whether you are coming to shop, dine, golf, play on the beach or just relax, Bella Coola, British Columbia offers the BEST of everything. There are many unique shops and places to eat, drink, play and relax. The BEST of these establishments are listed on this Web Site with detailed information on their products, services and menus as well as interactive mapping that will direct you to their front door.

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