(This story is sponsored by Tourism Harrison.)

At only 90-minutes’ drive from Vancouver, Harrison Hot Springs makes for a perfect road-trip destination. It may be most famed for its hot mineral waters, which were revered as the "healing place" by the Sts'ailes First Nations, but the friendly vacation town offers something for the whole family.

Visitors to Harrison Hot Springs—located at the south end of a beautiful glacier-fed lake —can enjoy many water-based activities, from boating to swimming to relaxing on the beach. For one of the finest canoe or kayaking experiences in B.C., the pristine Harrison River attracts up to 10,000 bald eagles every fall and winter that feast on the area’s spawning salmon.

There are also many trails with varying degrees of difficulty, which makes hiking one of the most popular local pursuits. For those looking for more of a challenge, the Campbell Lake hike, also known as the Harrison Grind, starts near the visitor centre and takes you on a rugged trail up to an amazing viewpoint of Harrison Lake.

If you prefer to do your exercise on wheels, then the self-guided Agassiz Circle farm tour offers a wonderful bike ride along quiet and relatively flat country roads.

In addition to all the outdoor activities, Harrison has a number of great events taking place almost every weekend during the summer. A few highlights will be Sasquatch Days, the Festival of the Arts, the Dragon Boat Regatta, and Bands on the Beach. Check out the website for full details and dates.

But no matter what you have planned for your trip to Harrison Hot Springs, be sure to keep an eye out for the legendary Sasquatch. The giant, elusive apelike creature has allegedly been spotted in numerous locations around the area. Carvings and statues of the reclusive beast are easy to find throughout the village, but the new Sasquatch Museum, located at the visitor centre, can give you all the information you need to start your own search.

Whether you’re looking to hike, bike, paddle, or just soak in the healing hot springs, you can find your next adventure just up the road, in Harrison Hot Springs. 

For more information on upcoming events and accommodation to suit every budget, visit the website at www.tourismharrison.com.