Ep11 Scenic Drive to Quesnel BC Hidden Gem in the Heart of British Columbia Billy Barker Days 🇨🇦

00:00 Introduction 02:17 Leaving Alberta Arriving British Columbia 03:46 Beautiful Moose Lake 04:26 A few Wildlife encounters 05:31 Yellowhead Highway 16 06:02 Mount Robson Park 08:47 Village of McBride 09:11 Prince George 11:10 BC Highway 97 11:44 Quesnel 12:46 Robert’s Roost Resort 14:39 A Flat Tire????? 15:53 Billy Barker Days Celebration 📌 #QuesnelBC #BritishColumbiaDrive #CaribooRegion #RoadTripCanada #VisitQuesnel #HiddenGemsBC #ScenicDriveBC Join Jane and me on a breathtaking road trip through the Cariboo region as we drive past #PrinceGeorge and down to the charming town of Quesnel, British Columbia! 🚗🌲 Home of #BillieBarkerDays Celebrations Located in the heart of BC’s interior, Quesnel is a hidden gem along the Gold Rush Trail — filled with stunning river views, friendly locals, and small-town charm. This video captures the scenic drive, peaceful landscapes, and what it's really like entering Quesnel from the highway. 📍 In this video, you’ll see: Real-time driving through the Cariboo Highway Scenic BC landscapes and lush forests 🌲 A glimpse of downtown Quesnel Travel tips for your next road trip in British Columbia Whether you're planning a visit or just exploring virtually, sit back and enjoy the ride! 👉 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more BC road trips and travel adventures! Here are a few things you might want to check out while you’re there: 🌲 Nature & Outdoors Barkerville Historic Town (about 1 hour east): A full-on Gold Rush experience with actors, old-timey shops, and fascinating stories. Pinnacles Provincial Park: A short hike leads to cool volcanic hoodoos with great views of the valley. Ten Mile Lake: Just north of town—perfect for a swim, paddle, or picnic. Dragon Lake: Good for fishing or a peaceful paddle at sunset. 🏘️ In Town Riverfront Trail: Stroll or bike along the Fraser and Quesnel Rivers—peaceful and scenic. Fraser River Foot Bridge: Great photo op, especially at golden hour. Quesnel Museum & Archives: Small but full of quirky and fascinating finds, including “Miss Agnes,” one of BC’s most famous taxidermy dolls (yes, really). 🎉 Events & Local Flavor Billy Barker Days Festival (mid-July): Live music, parades, gold panning, midway rides—it’s Quesnel’s biggest party of the year. Farmers’ Market (Saturdays, May–Oct): Friendly, local, and full of homemade goodies. 🏕️ Vibes Quesnel isn’t flashy—it’s chill, friendly, and full of stories if you take the time to listen. You’ll find cozy diners, local brews, and that small-town Canadian hospitality that’s hard to beat. Top Things to See & Do in Prince George Cottonwood Island Nature ParkBeautiful riverside trails, ancient cottonwood trees, and tree carvings hidden along the path—right by the confluence of the Nechako and Fraser Rivers. LC Gunn ParkCliffside views over the Fraser River and great walking trails with lookout points. Forest for the WorldA network of easy trails through boreal forest with views over Shane Lake—only minutes from downtown. Northern Lights Estate WineryYes, Prince George has its own winery! Tucked along the Nechako River, they specialize in fruit wines, and they’ve got a great patio view in the summer. Join The Adventure Follow us on FaceBook   / coolnana.coach   Want More Beautiful Photographs of Our Adventure? CHECK OUT OUR INSTAGRAM PAGE   / goldenanniversaryadventure   Narration by Steve Cie Jane Cosgriff Photographers - Jane Cosgriff & Steve Cie Photos & Videography - http://stevecie.com OUR CAMERAS Nikon D850 & B500 & D7100 http://nikonusa.com GO Pro Hero 9 http://gopro.com Sony AX53 - https://sony.com Apple I-Phone 7 Photo Processing by Adobe Lightroom 11 Video Processing by Apple I-Movie Instagram   / goldenanniversa.  . =============================================== FaceBook   / coolnana.coach   ========================================= Original Music “Driving Up The Alcan” “Get Ready For This” “Ah Yes This Is The Way” “Intro Melody” “Driving Into A Dream” “Top of the World Highway” “Flying” “Driving Thru The Rockies” “Gettin’ It On” “Slow Ride Into Happiness” “Cruising 60’s “ “Driving Thru The Richardson Highway” “Acoustical Drive” Composed and recorded by Steve Cie ©2025 Steve Cie Cosgriff Additional Music Clearance by You Tube Music