Northern Alberta Railway Park (N.A.R.
Park)
NAR Park is the true “Mile 0” of the Alaska
Highway. Within this four acre parcel you will find the Mile Zero Cairn,
Dawson Creek Station Museum, Dawson Creek Art Gallery and the Dawson Creek Visitor Centre. The gift shop in the Visitor Centre carries a variety of souvenirs, postcards, clothing, books and videos relating to Dawson Creek and Mile 0. Public washroom facilities and pay phones
are on site. Also, there are plenty of paved parking spots
available.
South Peace Historical Society Railway Station Museum
Housed in the original 1931 Northern Alberta Railway Station, this historic museum offers a glimpse into the notable
past of Dawson Creek. Railway memorabilia,
pioneer artefacts and wildlife displays and a video
showing entitled The Alaska Highway, 1942 - 1992 are all here! A “must
see” in Dawson Creek! . Bus and group tours are very welcome
at the Station Museum. Reservations are recommended. For more information please call....250-782-9595 or email info@tourismdawsoncreek.com.
Visitor Centre
knowledgeable counselors are on site, trained to assist visitors and residents with inquiries
about our community, region and province. We will
enhance your stay by providing information on opportunities for adventure along the way. The Visitor Centre has information on attractions points of interest, and local events. We also are updated daily on
weather forecasts, road conditions, and any other important information. The Dawson Creek Visitor Centre is operated by Tourism Dawson
Creek in cooperation with Tourism British Columbia. We are eager to share our friendly and helpful service.
Art Gallery
The Dawson Creek Art Gallery is as unique as they come! Located
in the Northern Alberta Railway Park, the gallery is housed
in a renovated grain elevator annex. Year round exhibitions feature
both
local artists as well as traveling collections from major
provincial and national galleries.Also in the building is an impressive photo exhibit of the building of the Alaska Highway. The gallery’s “Northern Treasures
Gift Shop” offers a wide variety of local products from our artisans
and craftsmen. Bus and group tours are very welcome with reservations recommended. Public washrooms are available.Learn more ....
Hours of Operation:
Summer Hours: May 25 – Sept 3: 9am - 5pm, Daily
Winter Hours: Sept 4 – May 24: 10am – 5pm, Tuesday – Friday
10am - 4pm Saturday and Sunday
Mile Zero Post
The Mile Zero Post is located one block due south of the Station
Museum in downtown Dawson Creek. The post symbolizes our designation
as Mile Zero of the Alaska
Highway. While downtown, spend some time and explore some of Dawson Creek’s
unique stores and restaurants. Your photograph on the Mile 0 Post is a “must
do” for a great take home memory!
The South Peace Community Multiplex will be a fantastic facility that will be the center of attraction for the community and region. |
Farmers’ Market
Pure food, pure enjoyment! The Farmers’ Market is a favorite
activity and major attraction for visitors and residents alike.
Local farmers offer a
wide variety of locally grown produce as well as baked goods, preserves and
fresh eggs. Enjoy homemade jewelry, soaps and furniture all
made by the people of the
Peace.
Hours of Operation: May 1 – October 11: Saturdays 8:30am – 12
:30pm
Stone Cairn Marker
Located on the Southeast corner of the Northern Alberta Railway Park, this
cairn officially marks the beginning of the Alaska Highway. Take your picture standing underneath
the “You Are Now Entering the World Famous Alaska Highway” sign
and capture the spirit of adventure as you begin your Alaska Highway experience!
Mile Zero Park
Mile Zero Park is located at mile one of the Alaska Highway, near the junction
of Highway 97 South and the Alaska Highway. Included in this park are Walter
Wright Pioneer Village, Rotary Lake and the fabulous horticultural features
of “Gardens North”.
Gardens North
Enhancing the entrance of the Walter Wright
Pioneer Village is one of eleven spectacular themed gardens that make up “Gardens
North.” Developed for the village by the Dawson Creek Horticultural
Society, these gardens and the impressive memorial rose garden are just one
of our city’s great photo opportunities. A wide range of perennials, shrubs, trees and
annuals will dazzle your senses with colors and fragrances.
Walter Wright Pioneer Village
This historic village portrays a theme of Dawson Creek
before the Alaska Highway construction period. It will
transport you to the time when our community was on the edge
of the frontier. While at the village, stroll
around the fields and view farm machinery from our past. Also on-site is
Sudeten Hal. This building is a tribute to the Sudeten people of Germany
who came to our area in 1939, fleeing Hitler’s army.
Bus and group tours are very welcome at the village. Reservations
are recommended. Public washrooms are available.
Rotary Lake
This outdoor man-made lake is unique to the entire
Peace Region. Used for summer swimming and the annual Polar
Bear Swim, this is a perfect place for picnics, beach volleyball,
BBQing and other outdoor fun. The lake has NO lifeguard.
In the summer there is a food concession stand. Public
washrooms and telephones are located at the park entrance
building. For more information, call (250) 782-7144
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