Prince George: Come to the heart of Northern British Columbia
The beautiful city of Prince George, Canada is the largest city in Northern British Columbia and is known as the ‘Northern Capital’ of the province. It sits on the confluence of the Nechako and Fraser Rivers. It is known for many summer and winter festivals including the Prince George Cold Snap. Named after King George III, the city can be easily reached via the Prince George Airport. It is also easily accessible from Highway 16 and Highway 97.
Best Time to Visit
If you are interested in visiting the city in the warmer weather, plan your trip from July to August. For the winter festivals, visit in January and February. The city sees the most number of visitors from May to October. The off season months run from November to April. For the best Prince George hotel deals, visit in the off season months. In addition to lower hotel rates, there are also going to be smaller tourists crowds.
What to Do & Area Attractions
There are a number of great golf courses in the city that take advantage of its gorgeous natural landscape. If you are interested in playing a round of golf or two with friends or work buddies, check out the greens at the Aberdeen Glen Golf Course. Another great option is the Aspen Grove Golf Course. If you want to learn more about the local history, take some time and visit the local museums. The city is also home to parks and green spaces where you can hike and go picnic. A great place to check out is Cottonwood Island Park. After a day of fun, head back to your hotel and get pampered. Check in at the Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Prince George or the Coast Prince George Hotel by APA.