Use The Harrison Hot Springs Forum To Plan Your Vacation

By Marissa Velazquez





The Harrison Hot Springs Forum is a great way to get the low down on the things you need to know if you are planning a trip to this small, picturesque town situated at the southern end of Harrison Lake in British Columbia, Canada. Here, you can find out the best places to stay, whether the local pizza place has a liquor license and what the place is like in the winter.



Founded in 1886, the town is named after Benjamin Harrison a leading light of the Hudson's Bay Company. The town has a population of 1,500. There are two public hot springs. These are "Potash, " which has a temperature of 40F, and "Sulphur, " slightly warmer at 60F. With an average 1,300 parts per million of dissolved mineral salts, this is the highest concentration of goodies of any natural spring.



The general consensus is there is not a lot to do in the winter time in Harrison Hot Springs. If you are looking for a sizzling night life, this may not be the place for you. The springs are open, so visitors can certainly chill out there. It is also handy for strolling on the beach. If you are after solitude away from the madding crowds, then this place certainly fits the bill. The pizza place in question, by the way, does not have a liquor license.



In nearby Mission, the Benedictine sanctuary, Westminster Abbey, is open throughout the year. Visitors may stroll around the grounds, take a tour of the sanctuary and admire the amazing architecture and scintillating stained glass windows. The price of admission includes a picnic lunch in Green Point at Sasquatch Provincial Park.



A lot of people ask how long is a good length of time to stay at the spa. This depends on why you are there to begin with. There are enough open restaurants and shops that the place is not a complete ghost town during the winter months and visitors can find something to eat and drink. If you are convalescing after an illness or trying to complete a thesis or a novel, then this spot is perfect for you.



For museums, art and music festivals and theatres, you will have to go further afield, maybe using the resort as your base of operations. The town does have an art gallery called the Ranger Station. Run by the Kent Harrison Arts Council, the museum is open all year round. In addition to hosting works by the artist in residence, it displays the efforts of local school kids.



Exploring nearby Hicks Lake can occupy visitors for a day for hiking, boating and/or taking a canoe ride. Sasquatch Tours offer First Nations history tours. There are also farm tours and there are plenty of quirky places to stop for a bite and a refreshing drink.



According to what people are saying on the Harrison Hot Springs Forum, it seems a great place to visit any time of the year, particularly if you are looking for peace and quiet. Stay for days or weeks to get the grit of the city out of your system or use it as a side trip for a longer stay in Vancouver. Remember to leave your own comments!









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