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Welcome to Telkwa

Telkwa

Untouched, unspoiled, unbelievably beautiful, Telkwa!

Telkwa is located along the Yellowhead Highway 16 route to Alaska in northwestern British Columbia. Nestled on the banks of the Bulkley and Telkwa Rivers, our picturesque, historical village of 1400 residents, borders Tyhee Lake Provincial Park.

Surrounded by snow-capped mountain ranges and a myriad of lakes and streams, Telkwa’s spectacular natural setting offers extensive outdoor adventure and recreational opportunities. Whether you love to hike into an alpine lake, canoe through white water rapids, ski down fresh powdered slopes, or battle the will of a large Steelhead, Telkwa offers year round wilderness adventures. Besides everything for the outdoor enthusiast, Telkwa can also offer travelers great dining, accommodations and services.

Telkwa is a small rural community with BIG spirit! Throughout the year, our dedicated volunteers work on special events the entire family can enjoy. Two of the seasonal favorites include: the internationally sanctioned Telkwa Gold Sled Dog Championships held in February, featuring some of the best sled dog sprint racers in the world and the annual Bulkley Valley Kinsmen Labour Day Barbecue and Demolition Derby.

You can take the walking tour to view the historical buildings, or follow the community trails that link the Tyhee Lake Provincial Park campground and historical Aldermere townsite to the downtown core. Perhaps lunch in a beautiful riverside park overlooking Hudson Bay Mountain is more your style. Whatever you choose, we are certain you will be captivated by the turn of the century charm, and ambiance Telkwa has to offer.

We invite you to come explore our friendly village, Telkwa, the “Gateway to the Northwest.”