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Description: An historic walking trail that loops around the Village of Telkwa. Excellent for all the family. Handy for a quick walk in the evening.
Near: Telkwa
Difficulty: Easy
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Location: Map NW or the Telkwa Map
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Road Conditions: Paved streets   Trail Length: 3.1 miles or about one hour, round trip
Directions: Turn off Highway 16 toward the Bulkley River (west) at the flashing light in the centre of Telkwa. Park near the bridge. The trail is well marked as the River-Grade Trail. You will eventually cross the highway and loop around the village to Tyhee Lake Provincial Park. Walk through the park on the main road and then left on the street down the hill and you will see the way back to your vehicle.   Features: The trail follows some of the old trails and roads that served the original town of Aldermere in 1906. All the buildings are gone but signs of the old town are still vislble. Visit the Telkwa Museum after your walk to learn the rest of the story.
Aldermere, in 1906, was a thriving trade centre

 

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