📍 Gitwinksihlkw, British Columbia

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Gitwinksihlkw

Where the Nass River Flows Through Nisga’a Country

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About Gitwinksihlkw

Discover Gitwinksihlkw, a beautiful Nisga’a community nestled along the Nass River in the heart of the Nass Valley. Surrounded by forests, mountains, rivers, and volcanic landscapes, it offers visitors a chance to explore scenic trails, waterfalls, viewpoints, and the rich cultural heritage of the Nisga’a people.

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Lava Fields Loop

Gitwinksihlkw

A short loop that winds through the unique volcanic landscape near Gitwinksihlkw. The trail travels across rugged lava f...

2.30
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17
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1.00
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4 adventurers
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River viewpoint trail

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A short, easy trail that meanders across the rugged lava flats before reaching a viewing platform overlooking the Nass R...

1.20
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9
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0.50
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3 adventurers
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Town Trail

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A short connecting trail within the Saasak’ Hill trail network in Gitwinksihlkw. Town Trail provides an easy link betwee...

1.10
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25
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0.50
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3 adventurers
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The Leaping Lizard Lower

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This trail is primarily designed for mountain biking, and riders will appreciate considerate hikers who yield to bikes,...

2.30
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109
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1.00
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1 adventurers
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The Leaping Lizard Lower and Upper

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Upper Leaping Lizard is primarily a mountain bike trail, offering a rewarding combination of climbing, technical feature...

3.70
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183
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1.50
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Saasak' Hill Lookout

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This well-maintained trail features a series of switchbacks that make the climb more manageable and enjoyable. As you ma...

2.30
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109
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1.00
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1 adventurers
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Saasak' Hill Blue MTB Loop

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Saasak' Hill Blue MTB Loop is a fun intermediate mountain bike loop designed to provide a step up from the easier green...

1.80
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113
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1.00
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1 adventurers
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Saasak' Hill Green MTB Loop

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Saasak' Hill Green MTB Loop is the easiest mountain bike loop in the Saasak' Hill trail network and is a great choice fo...

1.60
km
107
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1.00
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Dedication Site Lava Fields

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The Dedication Site Lava Fields are a significant cultural and historical landmark in the Nass Valley, commemorating the...

1.30
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4
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1.00
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1 adventurers
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Tree Cast Trail

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Tree Cast Trail is a unique route through the rugged volcanic landscape of the Nass Valley, crossing rough lava-rock ter...

1.90
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15
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1.00
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Dragon Lake Paddle

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Dragon Lake offers a peaceful paddling experience in the remote wilderness of the Nass Valley. The lake is surrounded by...

5.30
km
116
meters
1.00
hours
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Fishing lakes

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Lava Lake

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Lava Lake is a unique volcanic landscape within the Nisga’a Memorial Lava Bed area, surrounded by rugged lava formations...

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Nass Lake

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Nass Lake is a scenic wilderness fishing destination surrounded by the rugged mountains and forests of the Nass Valley....

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Dragon Lake

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Dragon Lake is a peaceful freshwater fishing destination surrounded by the forests and rugged landscapes of the Nass Val...

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