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"Everything exceeded our expectations. The best holiday we've ever had."
Barry - Sheffield, England
(Chilcotin Holidays )

Have just returned from Three Bars Ranch and what can I say, it was amazing!!! Having been to another ranch in the area (this is what prompted me to go to Three Bars) this ranch wins hands down. Nic - Kent, England (Three Bars Cattle Ranch)

"Thank you for turning this stressed out “city slicker” into a relaxed and ‘easy going’ country bumpkin. Your amazing staff have helped me fulfill a dream of riding western with at least some class! Echo Valley is a little bit of “Heaven on Earth." Richard Chalk - London, UK. (Echo Valley Ranch)

"We are left with glowing memories of fields of wildflowers, burbling mountain streams and indescribable views. It is a great feeling to set a challenge to ourselves and, thanks to your help, meet it with flying colors." Lisa and Stefan Schlaginweit - Mount Lehman, British Columbia (Chilcotin Holidays)

"I take special memories with me, the beautiful scenery, a lovely cabin overlooking the lake and the rides in the bush exploring new lakes." Ziggy Sieglinde - Germany (Free Rein Guest Ranch)

"It really doesn't get any better than this! Thank you for 3 days that felt like 3 weeks - total bliss." Faye - BC, Canada (Siwash Lake Ranch)

"Everything about this place is wonderful, the people, the cabins, the horses. I've been to lots of guest ranches and this was definitely the very best! I can't wait to come back soon." Rachel Fisher, Vancouver (Free Rein Guest Ranch)

"Thank you, all for an amazing, unforgettable week! It has been a perfect place “to be” together as a family. You’ve left us with lasting memories." Saran, New York (Three Bars Cattle Ranch)

"Sunny days and starry nights. With bears, coyotes and moose on the payroll, what could go wrong? We'll always carry the memory of your deep woods, gentle horses and kind people. John, London, UK (Siwash Lake Ranch)

"I have never been to a dude ranch before, I was so excited, but you exceeded all my expectations. I had the time of my life, can’t wait to come back." Clare, Lake Oswego, OR (Three Bars Cattle Ranch)

"We had a great time! Our horses were well matched and the rides fantastic! We'll come again!"
- Coquitlam, BC
(Sundance Guest Ranch)

“Our Honeymoon! Really a perfect spot for it-the place, an incredibly unique experience for both of us. Thank you so very much, a truly memorable experience! The people are fantastic and I’ve never enjoyed myself more! We’ll see you again soon!!” Anja Wrum & Joris deBoer - Vergenner, VT, USA. (Echo Valley Ranch)

"Visiting Three Bars was the best family vacation we've had in a long time, if not ever. The riding, activities and wranglers were outstanding. A great place!" Matt, Nell, Molly and Chase - Larkspur, California (Three Bars Cattle Ranch)

"I'm speechless and sad to leave. Thanks for making my holiday with my nephews and nieces so memorable. We'll all be back!"
- Kitchener, Ontario (Sundance Guest Ranch)

Super, Natural British Columbia Holiday Destinations from the Rocky Mountains to the BC Interior

Whether you want to ski the snow-capped rocky mountains, explore the wide open plains of the BC interior, hike through dense old-growth forests, or dive into British Columbia adventure travel near breathtaking lakes and oceans, there's a British Columbia holiday that can deliver everything you're hoping for – and more.

British Columbia is the westernmost province in Canada, and has a mild climate, with many BC holiday destinations staying snow-free all year. BC vacations are perfect for year-round hiking, golfing, kayaking, horseback riding, and even surfing.

BC is home to both a pocket desert (in the BC Interior) and a rainforest (on the west coast), offering incredible diversity in plant and animal life to experience during your British Columbia travels, from scrub-brush and scorpions to old-growth cedars and black bears.

Here's a breakdown of the geographic areas of BC, to help you plan a British Columbia holiday that's perfect for you:

The Coast Mountains and Islands area includes BC's biggest cities (Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler), but also a number of smaller towns along the coast, including several top British Columbia family vacation destinations and the surfing town of Tofino. With mild winters and a long spring and summer season, this is the most temperate area of BC, and a great place to plan a British Columbia vacation.

The BC Interior Plateau is sheltered from rain by the mountains, and experiences long, dry, hot summers. This is BC's wine country and home to the pocket desert in the BC Interior near the town of Osoyoos. With warm lakes perfect for swimming, the BC Interior area is ideal for a British Columbia family vacation.

The Northern and Central Plateaus and Mountains area in northwestern BC is also dry, but much cooler than the BC Interior Plateau, with cold winters. The northern location means that although summer days are cool, they have hours more daylight than other BC holiday destinations, making this area perfect for long day-time outings and British Columbia adventure travel.

The Great Plains area in Northeastern BC has more in common with the prairies of Alberta than other British Columbia holiday destinations, with a flat landscape, cold winters, and short summers. Like the rest of Northern BC this area has lots of summer daylight, and can be a good place to experience British Columbia adventure travel.

No matter where you take your British Columbia vacation, you're sure to be dazzled by the spectacular natural beauty of Canada's westernmost province. Take the time to explore the natural diversity of several BC holiday destinations, from the Rocky Mountains, to the BC Interior, where you'll find some of the best dude ranches in the world.