Three Valley Gap Heritage Ghost Town Guide
Three Valley Gap Heritage Ghost Town: A Step Back in Time Guide
Step into a bygone era at the Three Valley Gap Heritage Ghost Town! This meticulously preserved collection of historic buildings offers a fascinating glimpse into life in British Columbia during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Wander through the streets, explore the shops and homes, and imagine what it was like to live and work in this remote mountain community. It's a unique and immersive experience for all ages. The Ghost Town isn't actually a ghost town in the traditional sense of being abandoned. It's a curated collection of buildings rescued from various locations throughout British Columbia. These structures were carefully dismantled, transported to Three Valley Gap, and painstakingly rebuilt to create a living museum. The collection includes a hotel, a church, a saloon, a blacksmith shop, and numerous other buildings, each filled with authentic artifacts and furnishings. Visitors can explore the buildings at their own pace, learning about the history of each structure and the people who lived and worked there. Costumed interpreters are often on hand to answer questions and provide insights into daily life. The Ghost Town also features a railway roundhouse with restored locomotives and railway cars. While there are no specific culinary traditions directly tied to the Ghost Town itself, the Three Valley Gap Chateau, located nearby, offers dining options.
Transportation
Three Valley Gap is located directly on the Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1), approximately 20 minutes west of Revelstoke. Driving is the easiest way to access the Ghost Town. There is ample parking available at the site.