Terrace-Kitimat
Overview
Named for the flat mountain tops in the surrounding area, Terrace's distinct geography shelters the community from the elements, but its proximity to the Pacific Ocean and major transportation lines make it an important crossroads for the area. Nature lovers and backcountry enthusiasts alike will find a trip to Terrace time well spent.
The area's natural beauty is well known to the Tsimshian people, who have thrived in the region for thousands of years. The impressive landscape enticed travellers from Eastern Canada to leave the Yukon Gold Rush, visit, and eventually incorporate a settlement in the early 1900s.
Terrace lies in a basin in the Skeena River Valley surrounded by the Coast Mountains, sitting at the naturally occurring intersection of several pathways. The pathways now serve as major transportation routes to neighbouring Prince Rupert, Smithers and Kitimat, making it easy for visitors to access Terrace.
Once there, guests will find no shortage of summer outdoor activities including mountain biking, camping, rock climbing, boating and sport fishing. Winter guests will find the snow levels ideal for skiing (cross-country, downhill and heli-skiing), snowshoeing and snowmobiling.
Accommodations in Terrace range from hotels to secluded lodges and cabins. Several campgrounds are also available around Terrace and in the many nearby provincial parks. The woodland parks – known specifically for towering lodgepole pines and the elusive "spirit bears" (native black bears with a white coat) – serve as great spots for hiking and animal watching.
Terrace proper also contains several draws of its own within the city limits. The community is home to a rich heritage of First Nations art, exhibited by the iconic carved totems. Artisan's wares are available for sale in local shops and the Farmer's Market, which also provides fresh seasonal food from the fertile Skeena Valley. Local musicians frequent coffee shops and two theatres offer dramatic productions. This is all summed up in the annual Riverboat Days festival in early August. The festival is kicked off by a parade and follows up with over 50 events including fireworks, sporting tournaments, contests and concerts.
Airport served by: YXT
Destination basics
Climate
Terrace's unique geography helps give it a climate that is milder than other cities in Northern British Columbia. The First Nations' name for the area, Ganeeks Laxha, means "stairway to heaven" and comes from the tiered mountain steppes and mist-covered Skeena River.
Being close to the Pacific coast gives the area a moderate winter compared to other northern-inland communities and less rain than areas on the lower mainland like Vancouver. Summers are fairly brief but warm. Winters can be chilly but skiers will be happy with the snowfall levels.
Departing from:
^Total price one-way per guest. See terms and conditions. *Prices are per guest, based on double occupancy and are limited; may not reflect real-time pricing or availability. See terms and conditions.
Discover Terrace-Kitimat
Legal, restrictions and terms and conditions
^Flight prices: terms and conditions
- Prices may not reflect real-time pricing or availability. Prices will be updated at least every two hours.
- Prices displayed above are subject to change and are not guaranteed until payment is made and accepted.
- Seasonal start and end dates apply and are indicated in the booking flow.
- Advertised prices, taxes and fees may fluctuate based on exchange rate.
- Seats at these fares are limited and may not be available on all flights.
- New bookings only.
- Non-refundable.
- Advance purchase required.
- Flights may not operate on certain days.
- All fares shown are one-way.
*Vacation package prices: terms and conditions
- Limited quantities available at prices listed.
- Package prices may not reflect real-time pricing or availability.
- Pricing on this page is based on previous data collection (cache). Although we strive to be as accurate as possible, up-to-date pricing and inventory will be provided upon your selection of a vacation package.
- Round-trip from select cities. Other departure cities and dates available, and prices to be as may be higher.
- Price is per guest, based on double adult occupancy unless otherwise specified.
- Taxes for U.S., Mexico and Caribbean destinations can fluctuate based on exchange rate.
- Transfers not included unless otherwise specified.
- Advance booking required.
- Non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Offers limited and subject to availability.
- New bookings only.
- Not valid on group bookings.
- Fuel surcharge between $44 - $90 round-trip still applies to Air MilesTM redemption bookings.
- Other restrictions may apply.
- Quebec licensee.
- OPC fees are charged at a rate of $1.00 per $1000.
- Mailing address: 6085 Midfield Road, Toronto ON L5P 1A2. TICO registration number: 50018683.
- Advertised destinations change frequently. Although efforts are made to represent the general region being advertised, the images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not accurately reflect the product being advertised.
- Special offers highlighted on the dynamic package pricing may not be available on advertised departure dates. Special offers may include additional savings, resort credits, kids stay free and more. These offers will have their own travel terms, please visit WestJet Vacations offers page for additional offer details.