Why go
- Town in British Columbia, Canada.
- Known for Hudson Bay Mountain Resort.
- Served by Smithers Airport (YYD).
History
Smithers is a town in northwestern British Columbia, approximately halfway between Prince George and Prince Rupert. With a population of 5,378 in 2021, Smithers provides service coverage for most of the Bulkley Valley.
Where to stay
Restaurants & places to go
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 2 airlines, 3 direct destinations
- Hawkair BH (Dash 8-100) · 2 routes: Terrace, Vancouver
- Air Canada AC (Dash 8-300) · 1 route: Vancouver*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
credit: Wikipedia / Wikimedia Commons · See source page
When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Smithers Airport (YYD); 4 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: YYD has direct flights to 3 destinations on 2 airlines (incl. Vancouver, Prince George, Terrace).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Smithers, BC. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.