Gold Bridge

The area known as the Bridge River Valley is full of British Columbia history. It has railways, ghost towns, flooded valleys, old mines and trails. Since the year 1859, when gold was first discovered on Bridge River, this region has been home to miners and their families.

The big gold rush began in the 1930's at the Bralorne-Pioneer Mine near Gold Bridge. It was the richest gold claim in Canada, producing more than $145 million in gold. It closed in 1970.

Visit the past as you wander the old mine ruins and ghost towns. The scenery is dramatic with rugged mountains, intricate river canyons, rushing streams and deep blue lakes. Gold Bridge had a hotel, bakery, newspaper and a few other amenities not discussed in polite company. Although the mines have closed, Gold Bridge and area is now a resort community with guest ranches and lodges.

This community of approximately 100 residents enjoys the peace and quiet of the mountains, valleys, lakes, and rivers that make up the region. Gold Bridge and area offer many outdoor recreational activities including horseback riding, fishing, rock hounding, gold panning, hiking, and wildlife viewing.

Step back in time and visit old mine sites and ghost towns when visiting Gold Bridge.

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Gold Bridge, BC