This past summer, Q and I embarked on a one week trip exploring Highway 37 Stewart-Cassier and the wilderness and landscapes accessible from it. One of only two highways that connect the Yukon and Alaska to the rest of North America, the Cassier is sparsely populated and winds through some of the most breathtaking scenery on the planet. Considered the “scenic route” expect to see wildlife and mountain vistas at every turn.
A quick detour on Highway 37a towards Stewart, BC takes you through Bear Pass and right up alongside Bear Glacier. Strohn Lake was formed at the base of the glacier as it began to retreat from the valley basin. Scars along the mountainsides are a reminder of an ice-filled pass from not so long ago.
To visit the glacier and Bear Glacier Provincial Park head north on the Stewart-Cassier at the Kitwanga Junction on Highway 16. For park information visit BC Parks here.
~ True North Nomad
Have you travelled the Stewart-Cassiar highway? Tell us your favourite spot along this beautiful stretch of road in the comments below.
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Those are amazing pictures.
One of my dreams/plans is to bike the Icefields Parkway. I don’t know when, but I will make it happen.
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The Icefield parkway is gorgeous! You’ll have the time of your life! Take care and thanks for dropping by!
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I live in northern Alberta, but would love to travel these highways and byways – your photos are beautiful and I thank you for sharing them.
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Well I thank you Carol for dropping by and spending some time here at True North Nomad.
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You are most welcome, it is indeed my pleasure.
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Great photos! That icy “river” between the mountains looks very special. How cold was there? The mountains look amazing and tell story of thousands of years on their face.
Kristiina
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Hi Kristiina. Hope all is well with you. Near the glacier was probably pretty cold but from our advantage point it was warm – I believe around 19° C. That mountain range is what divides British Columbia from Alaska and it is a spectacular place! Take care my friend.
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Great hear of you Lily.
Have a beautiful spring!
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Love to see it, Great pictures
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Thank you!
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