New Hazelton Spotlight Page

The Hazeltons, British Columbia

New Hazelton sits at the confluence of the Bulkley and Skeena Rivers. It has been home to the Gitxsan people for centuries, who have maintained communities at critical junctions along these two rivers. Today, 'Ksan Campground sits at the confluence and is a great base for exploring the fishing opportunities available in The Hazeltons.

The Bulkley and Skeena River are known around the world as premiere salmon fishing destinations. About 15 km upstream of the confluence is the mouth of another world famous river -- The Kispiox. A watershed map of this river system is freely available for download.

Besides salmon fishing, these rivers are widely known for their world-class native steelhead trout. Considered one of the most prized game fish to be found, these rivers produce more large steelhead than any watershed in the world.

To complement these mighty rivers, the area has hundreds of lakes to cast into. Two popular lakes near town are Ross and Seeley Lakes, situated in provincial parks. Both lakes are stocked with trout and offer excellent fishing opportunities year round. For those intrepid souls who enjoy a frozen landscape, ice fishing can be extremely rewarding.

You are about to visit one of the best fishing regions in the world.

About The Hazeltons

New Hazelton is one of several communities that make up the immediate area. In fact there are 10 unique communities that call this area home. This includes New Hazelton, Old Hazelton, South Hazelton, six Gitxsan (First Nations) communities of Gitanmaax, Kispiox, Glen Vowell, Gitsegukla, Kitwanga and Gitanyow, plus one Wet'Suwet'en settlement called Hagwilget.

These communities are situated amidst a majestic landscape of the coastal mountains. The town of New Hazelton is dominated by the 3000-foot walls of the rugged Rocher de Boule Mountain.

Once you drive over Hagwilget Bridge, one of the highest suspension bridges in North America, you can explore the charm of historic old Hazelton. Right beside 'Ksan Campground is the 'Ksan Museum and historical village.

Or visit the Hazelton and area tourist information centre for detailed information on activities and events taking place in the area.

Places to Stay

CATALINE MOTEL & RV PARK + TENTING, South Hazelton, BC - 1 block off Hwy 16 and closest to most of the best area fishing. Also best rates - day / week / month - budget to full service. 14 rooms - each one different, with microwave to full kitchens. For precise details, costs, or to make a reservation, call 250-842-5271 or email poprightinn@telus.net (BC Approved Accommodation - The Hazeltons)

28 INN 28 INN is a 32 unit hotel situated in New Hazelton on Highway 16. This hotel consist of double bed rooms; a family room complete with queen & bunk beds, 2 TVs, game cube & games; DD phones; cable TV; combination bath; air-conditioned; in-room coffee; kitchenettes; full-service liquor store; and new (2010 - 2011) 32'' HDTV. Next to the hotel there is a Beer & Wine store and the Roadhouse Pub. Restaurants are about a five minute walk away.

Bulkley Valley Motel. New Hazelton. Clean and quiet. No rooms face the highway or railway. All rooms renovated featuring high-speed wireless, in-room A/C, private 4-pc bath, 29" cable TV, phone, coffee etc. Some full kitchens. Reservations or 888 988.1144. Walk to restaurants, laundry, post office, grocery. Great value. Bulkley Valley Motel, 4444 Highway 16 New Hazelton, BC Reservations - 888 988.1144

THE TRAKEHNER HOF B&B is located directly on the shoreline of the majestic Skeena River across from Glen Vowell just below the Kispiox and the Salmon River. The Steelhead and Salmon runs are along this shore line. The Kispiox and the Bulkley River are in easy reach. The B&B offers modern, comfortable rooms in the spacious farm house. Home cooked gourmet meals await after a day spent in the beautiful outdoors. A spa-bathroom with an oversized jetted tub and a 3 person far-infrared sauna help to relax and restore and turns your stay into a wellness experience. 250-842-5400 www.trakehnerhof.ca

TRIPLE CREEK RANCH B&B. Just minutes off Highway 16. Relax and experience wildlife at your front door. We offer unique ranch style accommodations on 160 private acres with the Bulkley River Canyon at our forefront. The well stocked and easily accessible Ross and Seeley lakes are only 15 km away. The Kispiox River, renowned for it's wild steelhead is just 23 km north of the ranch. Fish not biting? Take our spectacular 1/2 day ATV tour, all amenities included. Just bring your camera and sense of adventure! Phone 250-842-6263 www.bbcanada.com/11345.html

POPLAR PARK FARM AND B&B is a working farm on the banks of the world famous Kispiox River. We have 3/4 mile of riverfront with some of the best Steelhead & Salmon runs on the river. We are close to the Skeena & Bulkley Rivers as well. We serve all three meals if requested, rent boats and do shuttles for our guests. For rates and availability please call 250-842-6406, e-mail ppf@bulkley.net or visit www.kispiox.com/poplarpark

ROBBERS ROOST MOTEL offers 20 comfortable and nicely appointed rooms. All rooms are recently renovated including new Simmons Beauty Rest mattresses for an excellent rest and sleep. For more information call 250 842-6916, e-mail stay@robbersroost.ca or visit www.robbers-roost.com.