Guidebook for Quesnel

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Guidebook for Quesnel

Food Scene

Best spot in town to meet with friends for breakfast or lunch. A place to sit, relax, read or chat with other patrons. Granville's is a must on your list to enjoy.
Granville's Coffee
383 Reid St
Best spot in town to meet with friends for breakfast or lunch. A place to sit, relax, read or chat with other patrons. Granville's is a must on your list to enjoy.
Pick up your fresh bread and stay for lunch.
Quesnel Bakery
468 Reid St
Pick up your fresh bread and stay for lunch.
In their own words: "For Sixteen years The Bear's Paw Dinner Cafe has set the standard for food service in the Cariboo. In addition to providing food that is exceptional in its quality, presentation, and taste, the Cafe is also alive with music events"
The Bear's Paw Cafe
12415 BC-26
In their own words: "For Sixteen years The Bear's Paw Dinner Cafe has set the standard for food service in the Cariboo. In addition to providing food that is exceptional in its quality, presentation, and taste, the Cafe is also alive with music events"
Best Butter Chicken......ever!!! In their own words: "Our experience in the restaurant industry speaks for itself. We offer quality cuisine to satisfy your palette at reasonable prices. We strive to provide our clientele with great food in a cozy dining experience that will have you coming back time and time again."
Bliss The Ultimate Grill
Best Butter Chicken......ever!!! In their own words: "Our experience in the restaurant industry speaks for itself. We offer quality cuisine to satisfy your palette at reasonable prices. We strive to provide our clientele with great food in a cozy dining experience that will have you coming back time and time again."

Sightseeing

A must see!
11 yerel halk öneriyor
Barkerville Tarihi Şehir ve Parkı
14301 BC-26
11 yerel halk öneriyor
A must see!

Parks & Nature

Bowron Lake Park is a large wilderness area situated on the western slopes of the Cariboo Mountain Range. The world-renowned Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit encompasses a 116 km chain of lakes, waterways and connecting portages. This wilderness canoe trip takes from 6 to 10 days to complete, depending on your time frame and skill level.
Bowron Lakes Provincial Park
Bowron Lake Park is a large wilderness area situated on the western slopes of the Cariboo Mountain Range. The world-renowned Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit encompasses a 116 km chain of lakes, waterways and connecting portages. This wilderness canoe trip takes from 6 to 10 days to complete, depending on your time frame and skill level.
Pinnacles Provincial Park comprises approximately 124 hectares of pine forest overlooking Baker Creek. The park is a popular day-use area and is easily accessible from Quesnel. From the Pinnacles viewpoint, visitors enjoy the unique formation of “Hoodoos,” and a picturesque view of the city of Quesnel and Baker Creek.
Pinnacles Provincial Park
Pinnacles Provincial Park comprises approximately 124 hectares of pine forest overlooking Baker Creek. The park is a popular day-use area and is easily accessible from Quesnel. From the Pinnacles viewpoint, visitors enjoy the unique formation of “Hoodoos,” and a picturesque view of the city of Quesnel and Baker Creek.
The Riverfront Trail System was established by the City of Quesnel to give residents and visitors access to the river environment and to provide a scenic, peaceful circle tour through the community. It is five kilometres long and takes about one hour to complete at a leisurely pace. Ceal Tingley Park, located at the confluence of the Quesnel and Fraser Rivers is "Kilometer 0" of the system and has many attractions within its borders.
Ceal Tingley Park
160 Front St
The Riverfront Trail System was established by the City of Quesnel to give residents and visitors access to the river environment and to provide a scenic, peaceful circle tour through the community. It is five kilometres long and takes about one hour to complete at a leisurely pace. Ceal Tingley Park, located at the confluence of the Quesnel and Fraser Rivers is "Kilometer 0" of the system and has many attractions within its borders.

Arts & Culture

Favourite exhibits include the Titanic, Footprints in Stone, dedicated to local First Nations culture, and vignettes recreating Quesnel's pioneer homes and businesses. From rare Chinese artifacts used during the gold rush era, to ephemera that will evoke childhood memories, the extensive collections are sure to appeal to all ages and interests.
Quesnel Museum
705 Carson Ave
Favourite exhibits include the Titanic, Footprints in Stone, dedicated to local First Nations culture, and vignettes recreating Quesnel's pioneer homes and businesses. From rare Chinese artifacts used during the gold rush era, to ephemera that will evoke childhood memories, the extensive collections are sure to appeal to all ages and interests.
ArtsWells Festival of All Things Art-Everywhere is a Stage! Is held in Wells, BC approx. 60 miles East of Quesnel. Artswells is held every year the first weekend in August. In their own words: "Wells has always been a town vibrant of arts and culture. In the 1930s, musical acts were enjoyed in the very same Wells Community Hall where many of this year’s shows and exhibitions are being held. Artists have traveled from across the country to this little mountain town to be part of this inspiring collaboration! This is a 4 day outdoor & indoor event designed with community in mind. We hope that you will enjoy the weekend taking in all the great artists, the local flavour of nature trails, historical sites, artisans, and friendly folk!"
Wells
ArtsWells Festival of All Things Art-Everywhere is a Stage! Is held in Wells, BC approx. 60 miles East of Quesnel. Artswells is held every year the first weekend in August. In their own words: "Wells has always been a town vibrant of arts and culture. In the 1930s, musical acts were enjoyed in the very same Wells Community Hall where many of this year’s shows and exhibitions are being held. Artists have traveled from across the country to this little mountain town to be part of this inspiring collaboration! This is a 4 day outdoor & indoor event designed with community in mind. We hope that you will enjoy the weekend taking in all the great artists, the local flavour of nature trails, historical sites, artisans, and friendly folk!"

Drinks & Nightlife

In their own words: "Beer has long held an esteemed place in British Columbia’s Cariboo region. The original Barkerville Brewery was built in the 1860s, located in an empty lot between Barkerville's drugstore and Masonic Hall. " "At Barkerville Brewing Co. we aim to pay homage to this historic region and tell its stories through our beer. We believe that beer is art; it is part of our culture. When done right, beer is a great way to share a taste of the past and make future memories that last. "
Barkerville Brewing Co.
185 Davie St
In their own words: "Beer has long held an esteemed place in British Columbia’s Cariboo region. The original Barkerville Brewery was built in the 1860s, located in an empty lot between Barkerville's drugstore and Masonic Hall. " "At Barkerville Brewing Co. we aim to pay homage to this historic region and tell its stories through our beer. We believe that beer is art; it is part of our culture. When done right, beer is a great way to share a taste of the past and make future memories that last. "
In their own words: "Live Music Weekdays. Enjoy live acts from all over Canada Sunday through Thursday! You never know who might be here!"
the Occidental
228 Front St
In their own words: "Live Music Weekdays. Enjoy live acts from all over Canada Sunday through Thursday! You never know who might be here!"
In their own words: "Amazing entertainment, great food and quality drinks await you inside our recently renovated pub. Live entertainment happens here every Friday and Saturday night, with popular bands from many different locations for your enjoyment! With daily food and drink specials, the popular 549 lotto draw, pool table and friendly staff, the Cariboo Pub is one of the most popular places to be in Quesnel."
Cariboo Hotel
254 Front St
In their own words: "Amazing entertainment, great food and quality drinks await you inside our recently renovated pub. Live entertainment happens here every Friday and Saturday night, with popular bands from many different locations for your enjoyment! With daily food and drink specials, the popular 549 lotto draw, pool table and friendly staff, the Cariboo Pub is one of the most popular places to be in Quesnel."