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Posted on: Friday, July 19, 2024
Highway 17 Closures
Keating Cross Road Overpass Project
Victoria to Swartz Bay
July 29 and August 7, 2024
Patricia Bay Highway (Hwy 17) between Victoria and Swartz Bay on Vancouver Island will be temporarily closed from Tanner Road to Island View Road due to the Keating Cross Road Overpass Project during the noted times on the following dates:
Scheduled Highway Closures
Monday, |
Wednesday, |
8:00 pm – 6:00 am |
10:00 pm – 6:00 am |
Customers looking to travel to or from Swartz Bay terminal during closure times will be impacted and should plan their travel accordingly. A detour will be in effect via Central Saanich Road. Customers should be prepared for a 15-20 minute delay as a result.
Those using transit to Swartz Bay are strongly advised to take earlier bus departures because of the detour. Additional information is available online at: https://alerts.bctransit.com/RouteAlertsDetail/45/70/724.
For more information, please check the Keating Cross Overpass Project website here: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/transportation-projects/other-transportation-projects/highway-17-keating-cross-overpass.
For up-to-date sailing and departure information, check Current Conditions, follow @BCFerries on X, or phone 1-888-223-3779 for further assistance.
OVERVIEW
Located halfway between Prince Rupert and Prince George and at the base of the spectacular Hudson Bay Mountain in the Bulkley Valley sits the unique alpine town of Smithers.
Top things to do
Experience panoramic views
Hike along some of the finest trails in west-central BC in Babine Mountains Provincial Park, located within the Skeena Mountains. Along the trails you can enjoy spectacular views of glacial lakes, sub-alpine meadows and rugged mountain peaks.
View spectacular waterfalls
Pack a picnic and hike along Glacier Gulch Creek to see the spectacular Twin Falls. Look out for marmots, moose, mountain goats and more along the way.
Enjoy water activities
Raft, stand-up paddleboard, kayak or fish in one of the many surrounding rivers or lakes.
Hike or bike scenic trails
Bike, hike or horseback ride along Cronin Pass, Bluff, Piper and Ptarmigan recreation trails to get your adrenaline pumping.
Play a round of golf
Play golf at Smithers Golf and Country Club amidst spectacular mountain scenery.
Nearby cities
Terrace
Visit the friendly city of Terrace—home to the elusive Kermode bear, also known as the spirit bear because of its white coat. Unique cultural heritage and scenic outdoor beauty offers something for everyone.
Prince Rupert
Relax in the port of Prince Rupert, a stunning destination equipped with all the amenities you need, and the perfect place to unwind before or after your ferry journey. During your visit, make sure you take a life-changing wildlife adventure to see resident orcas, humpbacks and grizzly bears.
Prince George
Take a scenic adventure along Highway 16 from Prince Rupert to visit Price George, known as the Northern Capital of BC. With over 100 city parks and almost 100 km of trails, there’s lots of fun to have in the great outdoors.
Quesnel
Visit the charming small city of Quesnel—once the commercial centre of the Cariboo Gold Rush—to enjoy the city's rich cultural heritage, nearby lakes, rivers, provincial parks and farmers markets.
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