Prominent on maps and globes, Telegraph Creek the oldest community in Northern BC is accessed from Dease Lake via the first road built in the Cassiar. The road, (113 kilometres) built in 1922, is a well maintained gravel road. It once served as the principal foot trail and wagon route in the exploration of the northwest as well as the overland route for all of the supplies needed to build the Watson Lake Airport during the construction of the Alaska Highway. Steep and winding in places it is easily driven by any sound vehicle although large RV's and trailers are best left in Dease Lake. The drive is known as one of the most scenic drives in the Province.
Built on terraces overlooking the Stikine River , Telegraph Creek was the head of navigation for the northern supply route and is a picture from the turn of the century. Many of the original buildings remain, providing excellent photo opportunities. Rich with history-- from fur traders to the race for the first Trans-Atlantic telegraph line it served as the administrative, transportation and communication centre of the Cassiar region until the development of the Cassiar asbestos mine and town. Undoubtedly the most exciting were the Stampeders headed for the gold fields in the Klondike and Cassiar regions. See Telegraph Creek in Virtualguidebooks.com
The Stikine River starts in an ice cave in Spatsizi Provincial Park. It connects that park with the Stikine Grand Canyon Provincial Park and Mt. Edziza Provincial Park, offering many opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to "experience the wild". Experienced canoeists, kayakers or rafters can run sections of the Stikine River through the Coast Mountains to the Pacific Ocean at Wrangell, Alaska. John Muir in his "Travels to Alaska" described the area as a Yosemite 100 miles long.
Canada's largest canyon, the Stikine Grand Canyon has prevented all but the most skilful kayakers from paddling the entire length of the river. Jet Boat tours of the lower Grand Canyon will allow you to experience the beauty and hydraulic force of the river. Riverboat tours, canoe rentals, scenic flights and hikes can also be arranged by calling Stikine RiverSong. Reservations for these services are recommended. Gas, food, accommodation and area information are available at Stikine RiverSong, a restored Hudson's Bay store built in 1898.
Long the domain of the Tahltan people, this valley remains the heartland of their culture and livelihood today. The purchase of this business offers the buyer the opportunity to consider entering into a joint venture relationship with the Tahltan people.