British Columbia Island & reefs, Lighthouse + Winter pictures

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With its dramatic hillside location and sweeping panoramic views, this pretty lighthouse is a beacon for hikers as well as for ships.

Gaze up at mighty cedar trees, marvel at the views from a mountain summit, take a scenic alpine drive or bring binoculars and try to spot a grizzly bear.

Enjoy British Columbia’s pristine beauty at this postcard-pretty resort. Tackle the mountains on your skis in the winter and your mountain bike in the summer. 

This large ski resort, just a short drive from Banff, caters to snow-sport enthusiasts of all abilities.

This large ski resort, just a short drive from Banff, caters to snow-sport enthusiasts of all abilities.

This large ski resort, just a short drive from Banff, caters to snow-sport enthusiasts of all abilities.

Experience island life on this Salish Sea archipelago, where you’ll find wineries, artists’ galleries, secluded beaches and protected forest reserves.

The largest ski resort in North America attracts visitors throughout the year, for skiing and snowmobiling in the winter and zip lining and bear trekking in summer.

Marvel at the vast glaciers of the “Backbone Of The World,” hike through towering valleys, spot the wildlife or camp out in this rugged wilderness.

This mountain resort draws experienced skiers and snowboarders in winter and lures them back for summertime fun as well.

Marvel at the vast glaciers of the “Backbone Of The World,” hike through towering valleys, spot the wildlife or camp out in this rugged wilderness.

The largest ski resort in North America attracts visitors throughout the year, for skiing and snowmobiling in the winter and zip lining and bear trekking in summer.

Hike, ski or ride on horseback through magnificent sub-alpine forest to spot birds and mountain wildflowers in the traditional home of the Upper Kutenai Indians.