Things to do around Harrison in the Fall

Explore the River

The fall and winter is still a great time to tour the Harrison River.  Bald eagles arrive in October and by November number up to a 1000.  Many remain until February.  The seals taking advantage of the same salmon bounty are also numerous.  The scenery is amazing and on a heated boat the cold is not an issue.  For more info click on Eco-Tours. 

Another alternative is to go fishing.  November through March the might Sturgeon are still present in good numbers.  They are a catch and release fishery and you will likely experience one of the strongest fighting fish n the planet with 8 foot 2 to 300 lb fish not uncommon.  For more information contact our partner BC Sportfishinggroup.

Go Kayaking

While the weather is a bit brisker in the fall, the lake tends to be calmer.  When canoeing and kayaking in Harrison Lake its important to remember that it is 60 km (37.2 mi.) long and 9 km (5.58 mi.) wide in spots, glacier fed and is subject to sudden and sometimes strong winds.  The most popular route takes you down Harrison River where you can spot hundreds of Bald Eagles well into February.

Go Biking

With less traffic the fall is a great time for bike riding.  While the mountain biking trails may be a little soggy biking through farm country in the fall is a delight.  Combine your bike ride with a few locations form Circle Farm Tours.

Circle Farm Tours

Our area is the home of the original Circle Farm Tour established in 2003. Ranging from Langley to Harrison Hot Springs these self-guided tours offer visitors a chance to connect with their food, enjoy handmade arts and crafts and experience the natural wonders of our valley. For more information go to Circle Farm Tours

Festival of Lights - November 28th

Festivities begin on Saturday November 28 in the Memorial Hall.  Breakfast with Santa is a fun family event where the little ones can whisper their wishes in Santa's ear, enjoy a plate full of pancakes and be creative at the craft tables.  Two seating's are planned - 10:00 am and 11:15 am.   In the afternoon visitors can enjoy the music provided by the Multicultural Choir and the Agassiz-Harrison High School Band at the Harrison Lake Plaza

Walk/Hike

Put on your hiking shoes and spend some time in the great outdoors! Harrison Hot Springs has lots to offer for everybody’s hiking ability. Boundless panoramas, glacial peaks, river carved valleys, dense forests, it’s all waiting to be explored and hiked by you….just up the road.. For some hiking ideas click here.

Soak in the Hot Spring Pool

The Hot Springs are Harrison's namesake. The mineral rich hot springs were originally used by the Salish Coast Natives who revered them as a "healing place", arriving by canoe to benefit from their rejuvenating waters. These healing waters can be enjoyed by all at the Harrison Hot Springs Public Pool. For more info on the Public Hot Springs pool click here.