With our first visitor (finally…hopefully…) coming in January 2022, I asked some of our Prince George pals for their perspective on how I can share the very best this city has to offer.
If you are planning a trip to Prince George someday, then here is your opportunity to find out what is in store. If the thought of venturing this far north fills you with fear (I should be honest, it did with me once) then consider this your virtual trip!
As our visitor is coming in January, this will be winter focused. But as you know from previous tales, life here is completely different each season. So if we are lucky enough to have more visitors in the further, when it is warmer, I will share some summer related suggestions!
The basics
How would you describe Prince George in three words?
INDUSTRAIL, ADVENTUROUS and FRONTIER.
Marcus, originally from Ontario, has lived in PG for two years.
SNOW, SKIDOO and SCAT.
James, originally from Scotland, has lived in PG for a year.
FRIENDLY, OUTDOORSY and BIG CITY AMENITIES, SMALL TOWN FEEL.
Erica, originally from Surrey near Vancouver, has lived in PG ten years.
How representative is Prince George of Canada?
It’s representative of Northern Canada.
Courtney, originally from North Vancouver, has lived in PG for a year.
Yes it is representative, it’s a mix of the west coast and prairie culture.
Erica, originally from Surrey near Vancouver, has lived in PG for ten years.
What does PG smell, taste and sound like?
Looks like a forest.
James, originally from Scotland, has lived in PG for a year.
Sounds like trucks, smells like Brussel Sprouts.
Courtney, originally from North Vancouver, has lived in PG for a year.
How would you describe PG people in three words?
Friendly, hardy and helpful.
Various people’s suggestions!
Things to see, do and eat
What is your favorite way to spend a Friday or Saturday night in Prince George?
Close down Crossroads.
Courtney, originally from North Vancouver, has lived in PG for a year.
Go to a Cougars* game.
Jacob, originally from England, has lived in PG for 16 months.
*The Cougars are Prince George’s Ice Hockey Team.
Nancy Os.
Breanne, originally from Ontario, has lived in PG for two years.
Saturday night is Hockey night in Canada. Watch at home with appetizers.
Erica, originally from Surrey near Vancouver, has lived in PG ten years.
Nancy Os open mic – on a weds!
Lindsay, originally from Ontario, has lived in PG for two years.
Which cafes and restaurants would you recommend?
Black Cover Irish Pub, Nancy 0s and Zoey’s Cafe.
Erica, originally from Surrey near Vancouver, has lived in PG 10 years.
Nancy Os and Betulla Burning.
Everyone I asked!
Do a craft while having a coffee at The Makerie café.
Courtney, originally from North Vancouver, has lived in PG for a year.
We have two breweries in PG, Trench and Crossroads, which would you recommend?
It’s a tough pick, but I like the beer and pizza at Crossroads.
Erica, originally from Surrey near Vancouver, has lived in PG ten years.
Trench is small and feels secret and raw because it’s in an industrial part of town, but Crossroads for its menu.
Marcus, originally from Ontario, has lived in PG for two years.
Trench for the beer, Crossroads for the food.
Breanne, originally from Ontario, has lived in PG for two years.
Someone comes to visit PG for one day. What do you do?
Climb Teapot Mountain in the morning, go to Shane Lake for a firepit in the afternoon, night Ski at Otway and then finish up in Nancy Os.
Lindsay, originally from Ontario, has lived in PG for two years.
Start at the Farmers Market, followed by a skate at the outdoor Oval, late lunch at Cimo, ending with a Spruce Kings game.
Erica, originally from Surrey near Vancouver, has lived in PG ten years.
The great outdoors
What winter sport does someone have to try?
Stake at the Oval, Sledding at a local school hill – College Heights Secondary School or Rainbow Park – Skiing at Hart Ski Hill, Snow Shoeing at Otway and Ice fishing.
Erica, originally from Surrey near Vancouver, has lived in PG 10 years.
Cross-country ski at Otway.
Everyone I asked!
What are the best trails in the city?
Moore’s Meadow, Forest For The World, the walk to UNBC through Ginter’s and the old ski hill.
Jacob, originally from England, has lived in PG 16 months.
Teapot Mountain, not far outside the city!
Everyone I asked!
Exploring more of the north
What should be on the bucket list for things to do elsewhere in Northern BC/Alberta?
Barkerville historic town and park, Fort St. James, salmon fishing in the rivers further west in the season.
Erica, originally from Surrey near Vancouver, has lived in PG ten years.
Downhill Ski at Power King.
Marcus, originally from Ontario, has lived in PG for two years.
Jasper National Park and the Icefields Parkway to Banff National Park if you have time or Smithers. In both Jasper and Smithers, hire skis and go cross country skiing.
Jacob, originally from England, has lived in PG 16 months.
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Find out more about Prince George…
Prince George: The armpit of British Columbia or British Columbia’s best kept secret?!
First Nation, Fur Trade and a Train Station: How Prince George became a city.
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West Country Wandering 
I’m on my way
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You’re welcome any time ❤️
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Fantastic photos!Can’t wait to come but my legs are too weak!
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Wonderful photos. Lovely to see you and Jacob enjoying the outdoor life with your friends.
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