Terrace, BC

The thought of volcanic activity usually brings to mind exotic places locations like Vesuvius or Mount Pinatubo, but volcanoes in Terrace? Although the volcano has been dormant for centuries, evidence of earlier destruction remains today in the Nisga'a Memorial Lava Bed Provincial Park, about 100 km (60 mi.) north of Terrace. Take a driving tour of the park with a self-guiding brochure, or register for the 3-km (2-mi.) hike with a naturalist down to the volcanic cone to explore and learn about this 250-year-old lava flow in the Nass Valley.

While out in the wild, be sure to keep your eyes peeled for a white Kermodei Bear. Native to the Terrace area, these white-furred black bears are extremely rare in the rest of the world. If you do see one, consider yourself lucky! Back in town, be sure to stop in at Heritage Park. Browse pioneer artifacts, and discover the secrets of Terrace's settlement days as tour guides dressed in period costumes lead you through the log buildings of days gone by. Then stroll through the unique downtown shops and gift stores, before taking a break at any one of the charming cafes. To fully savour the Terrace scenery, sip your latte on the patio.

Terrace is located on Highway 37, 600 km (372 mi.) west of Prince George. Commercial train, bus, and air access are available. Ferries also sail from Alaska, Vancouver Island, and the Queen Charlotte Islands to Prince Rupert, 150 km (93 mi.) west of Terrace on Highway 16.Population: 13,026Elevation: 217 m (712 ft.)Average July Temperature: 16ºC (61ºF)Average January Temperature: -5ºC (23ºF)Annual Rainfall: 93 cm (37 in.)Annual Snowfall: 389 cm (153 in.)

5 Day Weather Forecast for Terrace

Date	Weather	High	Low
May 16, 2012	Rain / Snow	N/A	4
May 17, 2012	Showers	13	4
May 18, 2012	PM Showers	14	5
May 19, 2012	Mostly Cloudy	16	7
May 20, 2012	Showers	12	7