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About Quesnel
Quesnel's downtown is nestled on the land wedge formed by the confluence of the Fraser and Quesnel rivers. The presence of the two rivers was of utmost importance to the development of Quesnel as a major centre. The rivers were also the inspiration for the City's name: Simon Fraser, one of British Columbia's most recognized explorers, was so taken by the beauty of the spot that he named the Quesnel River after his Lieutenant, Jules Maurice Quesnel.
A thriving city of 11,300 (surrounding area 25,000) it embodies small town values of hospitality, civic participation and family. The business climate is positive and the workforce prides itself on a "can-do" attitude. It's mission: "To become the most diversified wood products manufacturing centre in Canada (the woodsmart™ city), the most interesting gateway for travelers on the route to Yukon and Alaska (the goldpan city), and the finest rural community in British Columbia to live in."
Things to Do
Quesnel has a natural environment that provides some of the best fishing, hunting, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, camping and other outdoor activities that can be found anywhere in this province.
There is so much to see: The Quesnel Museum; LeBourdais Park, Riverfront Walk; World's Largest Gold Pan; Forestry Tours; Quesnel Pulp & Plywood Mill Tours; Pinnacles Park Hoodoo Rock Formations; Dragon Lake; Cottonwood House.
Wherever you go reminders of a colourful past survive. Visitors enjoy the original Hudson Bay Store (a log structure built in 1859) and find across the street the Cornish Water Wheel and boilers and iron parts from the first Fraser River riverboat to travel to the city.
Fraser River Bridge
The stroll over the old Fraser River Bridge (from where you can see the Riverfront Walks development on the far left of the Photo). Built in 1928 the old bridge now serves foot traffic only. Flower displays on streets and bridges add a picturesque charm to this modern thriving city.
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