Located 470 mi/755 km northeast of Vancouver, Barkerville, British Columbia, is a restored 1870s gold-rush town that re-creates the Old West. Of the 142 buildings, 52 are originals and the rest impressive reconstructions. It's no surprise that several westerns have been filmed there. Shops, restaurants, music and performances at the Theatre Royal add to the fun. Most people visiting Barkerville stay in nearby Wells.
To the east lies Bowron Lake Provincial Park, with a world-famous 72-mi/116-km canoe circuit that requires 7-10 days to navigate (canoeists should be prepared to camp in adverse weather conditions). Reservations are required—park officials set a daily limit of 50 canoe departures. There are a number of campgrounds in the park. This is a good place to see moose and grizzly bears.
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