Winter Hunting Across Canada BRMB Team February 2, 2023 Most hunters know that the winter season offers some incredible opportunities all across Canada, despite the cold weather. We have put together a list of the top species to target this winter, along with some tips and tricks to make the most of your winter hunting adventure! Continue reading
Wild Turkey Hunting Across Canada BRMB Team January 23, 2023 While the Wild Turkey all but disappeared from Southern Ontario in 1909 after being eliminated by unregulated hunting, they were reintroduced to the region in 1984. 30 years after they were reintroduced, the population has grown to an extremely impressive 100,000. Continue reading
The Best Kootenay Rockies Fishing Lakes & Streams BRMB Team December 30, 2022 The Kootenay Rockies region of BC offers exceptional fishing options ranging from stocked lakes perfect for beginner anglers, to spectacular scenic destinations for those willing to make the drive or hike. Continue reading
10 Must-Do Adventures in East Kootenay & Banff BRMB Team August 4, 2022 There are plenty of adventure opportunities across the East Kootenay region and Banff, and we feature ten of the top adventures. Continue reading
Paddling the Bowron Lakes – A Backroads guide to canoeing and fishing the Bowron Lake Canoe Circuit BRMB Team August 4, 2022 The Bowron Lakes have long attracted paddlers in search of the perfect blend of paddling, backcountry camping, fishing and wildlife viewing Continue reading
NEW: BC Fishing Highway 24 and The Land of Hidden Waters Recreation Map BRMB Team July 29, 2022 The team at Backroad Mapbooks is excited to announce the launch of our new BC Fishing Highway 24 and the Land of Hidden Waters Waterproof Adventure Map. Continue reading
The Ultimate Thompson Okanagan Road Trip BRMB Team May 27, 2022 The Thompson-Okanagan home to prairie ranchland, the big recreation lakes of Kelowna and Salmon Arm, and massive waterfalls, old growth forests and rugged mountains offer landscapes and adventures suited to everyone’s taste. Continue reading
The Ultimate Lower Mainland BC Road Trip BRMB Team May 26, 2022 The Lower Mainland of British Columbia is home to the urban tourist attractions of Vancouver and Whistler to massive waterfalls, old growth forests, challenging backroads and rugged mountains which offer landscapes and adventures suited to everyone’s taste. Continue reading
The Best BC Lower Mainland Fishing Lakes & Streams BRMB Team May 25, 2022 The BC Lower Mainland offers exceptional fishing options, with stocked lakes perfect for beginner anglers, to spectacular scenic destinations for those willing to make the drive. Continue reading
Stay Safe and Have Fun on Your Next Snowmobile Trip with Backroad GPS Maps BRMB Team February 5, 2022 Get ready for your next snowmobiling adventure with Backroad GPS Maps! Our maps are designed for Garmin GPS units and offer real-time navigation and detailed topographical maps, making it easy to explore new trails and scenic spots. Find your way with ease and stay safe on the trails with Backroad Maps. Continue reading
The Best Thompson Okanagan Fishing Lakes BRMB Team January 1, 2022 The Thompson Okanagan region offers some of the best fishing in BC, from urban fishing holes to remote hike-in lakes found hours from the nearest highway. The lakes here hold an abundance of nutrient-rich alkaline waters, and the fish here grow faster and achieve larger sizes than in other parts of the province. Many anglers are drawn to the Thompson … Continue reading
The Best Vancouver Island Fishing Lakes & Streams BRMB Team September 25, 2021 Hugging the coast of British Columbia, Vancouver Island features spectacular scenery, old growth rainforests, towering mountain peaks and exceptional fishing. The laidback culture of the Island, along with a population infused with a love of the natural world, makes this place an angler’s dream. Here you will find world-class salmon and steelhead bearing rivers along with lakes teaming with a … Continue reading
The Best Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Fishing Lakes & Streams BRMB Team August 25, 2021 The Cariboo Chilcotin Coast is well-known for its many great fishing options. The region offers a plethora of spectacular locations from the Highway 24 and Quesnel areas in the Cariboo, the higher elevation lakes of the Chilcotin Plateau, offering fishing right through the summer to Bella Coola and the coast where anglers will find some amazing stream fishing. Here’s a … Continue reading
Exploring the Rocky Mountains Backcountry BRMB Team August 20, 2021 While the National Parks; Banff, Jasper, Kootenay and Yoho, steal all the glory when it comes to tourist destinations, those looking to get well off the beaten path and explore nature at its finest will find plenty of exciting destinations in the provincial parks which make their way along the Great Divide. It is time to give these other parks … Continue reading
The Ultimate Northern BC Road Trip BRMB Team August 6, 2021 Northern British Columbia is a vast and rugged part of the province. Two main highways make their way through this landscape. Separating at Prince George, Highway 16 heads west to Prince Rupert, meeting Highway 37, which winds its way up the western interior while Highway 97 travels the eastern interior, visiting Dawson Creek, Fort St. John and Fort Nelson on … Continue reading
The Ultimate Rocky Mountain Road Trip BRMB Team July 28, 2021 The Rocky Mountains are by far the most popular destination for visitors, both from and to Canada. The National Parks that straddle these majestic peaks; Banff, Jasper, Kootenay and Yoho are considered the Crown Jewels of the Parks Canada park system. With so much to see and do, where do you begin? Here are a few useful hints and trip … Continue reading
Ultimate Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Road Trip BRMB Team June 10, 2021 World famous canoe routes, cattle ranching, Gold Rush trails, rainforests and spirit bears, the diverse makeup of the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast is an explorer’s dream. For its vast area, there are few main highways or paved roads running through the region. However, thousands of kilometres of backroads abound and it would be easy to lose yourself for days, or even months, discovering this unique part of British Columbia. Continue reading
Stranger Things you can find in Canada BRMB Team October 27, 2020 Should you stay in your regular adventure areas, or should you go and explore some of these unique places in Canada? This Halloween, discover the stranger things we have hiding in the backcountry of Canada. Continue reading
Canoeing Trips for Beginners BRMB Team October 2, 2020 – Guest Post by John Rivers – It’s Time to Explore the Outdoors! With the weather cooling down and fall in full swing, it’s time to fit in one last paddle of the year. This fall, if you’re looking for something new to add to your outdoor adventure bucket list, consider canoeing! A wonderful way to connect with nature and explore … Continue reading
First-come, First-Served Camping in 15 Canadian Rockies Parks BRMB Team July 29, 2020 With the Canadian Rockies’ well-earned reputation for breathtaking scenery and endless outdoor adventure, it can be hard to find a place to camp without reserving ahead of time. To help you find a last minute camping spot, here is our guide to first-come, first-served camping in the Parks of the Canadian Rockies. Continue reading
No-Fee Camping Across BC BRMB Team July 29, 2020 Cover image credits: Daniel Bruce Lacy / Shutterstock.com With summer in full swing, more and more British Columbians are heading out to camp and enjoy a night or two under the stars. But while BC is full of beautiful campsites, these range widely in the experience they offer. There are a lot of camping areas that get quite busy during … Continue reading
Introducing the 9th Edition of the Vancouver Island Backroad Mapbook BRMB Team July 25, 2020 Backroad Mapbooks is excited to announce the new, updated edition of our Vancouver Island Mapbook! Discover the best places to hike, camp, ATV, paddle, fish, hunt, ski, and more with countless multi-use trail additions and updated and expanded fish stocking information. Continue reading
Introducing our latest Kootenay Rockies Backroad Mapbook BRMB Team March 24, 2020 Updated and expanded, the latest edition of our Kootenay Rockies Backroad Mapbook is your ultimate guide to this outdoor adventure mecca. Discover the best places to hike, bike, camp, ATV, fish, paddle, ski and more! Continue reading
11 Must-Ski Trail Systems in the Thompson Okanagan BRMB Team December 23, 2019 The scenic vistas and peaceful forests of the Thompson Okanagan make the perfect setting for a cross-country ski adventure. Check out our top picks for the best places to hit the trails in the Thompson-Okanagan this winter! Continue reading
9 Places to Hit the Trails on Your Fat Bike This Winter in the Thompson Okanagan BRMB Team December 21, 2019 Fat Biking is growing in popularity across the country, and the Thompson Okanagan offers some of the best trails you will find anywhere! Check out the following blog for our top picks of fat biking destinations in the region. Continue reading
Vancouver, Coast and Mountains Winter Adventure Hot Spots BRMB Team December 20, 2019 While Vancouver does not usually get a lot of snow, the surrounding mountains are a winter adventure playground! Check out our list of top winter recreation destinations found just a short drive from the city. Continue reading
6 Of The Best Hiking Areas In BC BRMB Team October 3, 2019 When it comes to hiking areas, residents of and visitors to British Columbia are spoiled for choice. Strewn with picturesque mountain ranges, undisturbed waterways like rivers and lakes, and beautifully surrounded by the Pacific Ocean, it’s not surprising that people in British Columbia tend to list hiking and camping as two of their favourite pastimes. (You can find all kinds … Continue reading
Canoe Tripping With the BRMB Crew BRMB Team October 3, 2019 Found to the east of the small, gold-rush era towns of Wells and Barkerville, the Bowron Lakes offer a legendary canoe trip that, while celebrated among paddlers, can be quite daunting to those not used to extended lake travel. Covering 118 km (73 mi), including 10 km (6.2 mi) of portages, the circuit can test the mettle of any … Continue reading
Get set for the Hunting Season! BRMB Team May 15, 2019 With the British Columbia hunting season getting into full swing, Backroad Mapbooks is pleased to offer a variety of tips to help make the next hunting season your most successful one ever. Plus, we’ve hand-picked our most popular products to help increase your chances of success. From the lush rainforests of BC’s coast to the arid inland desert of the … Continue reading
Canadian Adventures to be Thankful For BRMB Team May 15, 2019 Before you dive into that stuffed Thanksgiving turkey, it’s time to have a toast and give thanks to the incredible opportunities we have here in Canada. Not only are we a diverse, welcoming and peaceful country, but we are also home to some of the best adventures in the entire world. With over 9.9 million km2 (3.8 million mi2 ) of breathtaking … Continue reading
EXPLORING THE EAST KOOTENAYS WITH BACKROAD MAPBOOKS BRMB Team April 18, 2019 From trout fishing in a secluded stream to racing your mountain bike down a winding single track, to snowmobiling in the high alpine or camping under the stars, the East Kootenays are full of incredible adventure opportunities, and the latest edition of our East Kootenay Waterproof Map is your ultimate guide to exploring the area! Continue reading
Mountain Biking Meccas of the Kootenay Rockies BRMB Team April 11, 2019 The Kootenays are a mecca for the mountain bike scene that has been building up the local trails for years to meet world-class standards. Here are our eight favourite places to ride in the Kootenay Rockies. Continue reading
Backroad Mapbooks – Your Ultimate Trail Guide to Canada BRMB Team January 28, 2019 On New Brunswick’s rugged Atlantic Coast, the Fundy Footpath charts a course through some of the last remaining coastal wilderness areas on the east side of the continent. In Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Highlands National Park, terraced boardwalks lead to viewpoints over the winding coastline, with the Atlantic Ocean disappearing into the horizon beyond. In Ontario, trails lead to the … Continue reading
The Best Hunting in Canada From Coast to Coast BRMB Team January 16, 2019 From the majestic moose to the elusive white-tailed deer, Canada is full of incredible hunting, with a unique opportunity found in every corner of the country. This year, we’re looking to cross off a few Canadian hunting adventures off our bucket list, and you can see what we have our sights set on in the following blog. Continue reading
CANADA’S BEST OFF-ROAD ADVENTURES BRMB Team January 14, 2019 Canada is full of roads and trails that are perfect for off-roading, with world-class four-wheel drive terrain found from coast to coast. This year, why not cross a few must-do off-road routes off your bucket list? To get you started, we’ve put together the following list. Continue reading
Backroad Waterfall Exploring at Christie Falls BRMB Team January 11, 2019 By Colin Hughes UPDATE: There are reports that the road to Christie Falls is closed about 2 km before the parking lot. If you plan to visit the falls, be prepared for an additional 4 km round-trip hike. As we came off the ropes at the bottom of the trail and rounded the corner to the base of the … Continue reading
Polar Bear Dips Across Canada BRMB Team December 31, 2018 Although it may sound crazy, thousands of sound-minded Canadians choose to ring in the new year by taking a Polar Bear Dip on January 1st. Plunging into freezing waters from coast to coast, Polar Bear Dips are not only the most refreshing way to ring in the new year, they also raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for charity. Here is where to find a Polar Bear Dip near you. Continue reading
Spend your New Year’s Eve in Canada’s Great Outdoors! BRMB Team December 31, 2018 Wow, what a year! With 2019 nearly upon us, it’s time to reflect on all the awesome adventures we have had in 2018, and to look ahead to a full year of exploring the Canadian backcountry in 2019. For the BRMB team, 2018 has been full of everything from camping to ATVing, fishing, skiing and snowboarding, hiking and much more. … Continue reading
Beat the dog days of winter and have so mush fun dogsledding! BRMB Team December 6, 2018 In many parts of Canada, we are lucky enough to get to experience all four seasons at their most extreme. We get the blooming springs, hot summer sun, the flourishing fall colours, and of course cold snowy winters. With each season comes new opportunity to try new backcountry adventures, and there is no time better than winter to jump out … Continue reading
Beginners Guide to Snowshoeing and where you can try it in Canada BRMB Team December 6, 2018 Have your holiday treats and burn them off too, all while enjoying the outdoors! This winter, pick up a new-found skill: snowshoeing! With these simple tips and tricks for first timers and a peek at the best places to try it across Canada, you’ll be walking in a winter wonderland in no time. Continue reading
Cross-Country Skiing From Coast to Coast BRMB Team December 5, 2018 To celebrate one of our favourite winter activities, we have put together a list of some of the best places to cross-country ski across Canada, from British Columbia to the Maritimes! Continue reading
Winter Adventures Across Canada BRMB Team October 29, 2018 The seasons are changing, but that does not mean we have to stay indoors. Backroad Mapbooks has you covered for all seasons with our industry-leading maps and detailed Adventure listings, including the very best in winter adventure across the country. Continue reading
The Best Guided Sledding Adventures Across Canada BRMB Team October 10, 2018 With so much terrain to explore all across the country, planning your snowmobile adventure can be a daunting task – but hiring a professional snowmobile guide can take the stress out of your sledding, whether you are a first-timer looking for some pointers or an experienced rider searching for that hidden play area. To give you an idea of the … Continue reading
Snowmobile Lodging Across Canada BRMB Team October 9, 2018 With snowmobiling season just around the corner, many of us are already planning our winter sledding getaways. And with a developed trail network stretching from coast to coast, there are plenty of options to choose from across Canada when deciding on a vacation destination. Finding a place to spend the night that is snowmobile-friendly, however, can at times be a … Continue reading
Canada’s Most Exciting Hunting Adventures BRMB Team September 24, 2018 It’s no secret that Canada is full of amazing hunting opportunities. From the plentiful deer of the west coast to the legendary waterfowl of the prairies, the bears of the Ontario woods and the moose and caribou of Newfoundland, the hunt of a lifetime can be had no matter which part of the country you find yourself in. To celebrate … Continue reading
Northern Canada’s Most Exciting Hunts BRMB Team September 19, 2018 Canada’s north is a sprawling, wild region where wild animals often outnumber humans outside of major communities. The area’s abundant animal population has been sustaining the Inuit people for thousands of years, with hunting playing an integral role in their day-to-day lives. Animals such as polar bear, caribou and muskoxen are emblematic of the Northern territories, and for visiting hunters … Continue reading
Othello Tunnels and the Hope-Nicola Valley Trail Loop BRMB Team August 8, 2018 By Colin Hughes As I left the abandoned railway bed and started climbing up through the old growth rainforest, I realized; this trail is actually an even better destination than the tunnels, the original reason I stopped to visit. Most people zipping up and down the Coquihalla Highway completely miss one of the most spectacular roadside attractions along the busy … Continue reading
ATVing Across British Columbia BRMB Team July 24, 2018 As many BC residents know, the province is a great place to ride an ATV or OHV (Off-Highway Vehicle). The thousands of kilometres of designated ATV trails are supplemented by an even greater distance of rarely-used logging roads, abandoned roads and resource roads. ATV routes lead you to stunning mountaintop viewpoints, secluded lakeside campsites, historic mining operations, legendary fishing holes … Continue reading
Canada’s Parks Day 2018 BRMB Team July 20, 2018 Each year millions of people from Canada and around the world head out to our incredible backcountry to enjoy our 39 breathtaking National Parks. With over 330,000 km2 (127,000 mi2) of land protected within our national park system, representing 30 distinct natural regions in every province and territory, these parks are a bottomless source of outdoor adventure. This Saturday, … Continue reading
BRMB’s Top 10 Picks: Hiking Trails in Western Canada BRMB Team July 16, 2018 From the secluded ocean-side hikes of BC’s Pacific coast to the heart-pounding, high elevation treks of Alberta’s Rocky Mountains, the rolling hills and wide-open sky of the Saskatchewan backcountry and the rugged wilderness of Manitoba’s parklands, Western Canada is an incredible part of the world to explore by trail. And while weighing your many hiking options can be as dizzying … Continue reading
Canoeing and Kayaking through Northern British Columbia and the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast BRMB Team May 25, 2018 Home to vast stretches of undeveloped wilderness, the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast and Northern BC regions offer some of the best canoeing and kayaking opportunities in the country. From the raging white water of remote glacial-fed rivers to quiet tree-lined lakes, hidden coastal channels and rocky islands home to colonies of seals and seabirds, the northern parts of British Columbia are … Continue reading
Introducing the 5th Edition of our Northern BC Backroad Mapbook! BRMB Team May 22, 2018 Northern BC is a vast and sprawling wilderness, interrupted by just a few highways and major cities. North of the centres of Prince George, Smithers, Prince Rupert and Fort St. John, the region is ruled by nature, with unlimited options for outdoor recreationists and a new adventure to be had around every corner. The Rocky Mountains cast their majestic shadow … Continue reading
Announcing the Latest Edition of our Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Backroad Mapbook! BRMB Team May 22, 2018 Covering the central portion of British Columbia, the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast is a land full of rugged backcountry, incredible scenery, abundant wildlife and unlimited options for outdoor adventure. Outside of the major centres of 100 Mile House, Quesnel and Williams Lake, the human population is sparse, with small communities scattered among a largely unbroken wilderness. Pristine streams cut across deep … Continue reading
4th Edition Okanagan Valley and Shuswap BC Waterproof Map Now Available BRMB Team March 20, 2018 BRMB is pleased to announce the release of our 4th Edition Okanagan Valley & Shuswap BC Waterproof Map! Featuring all the cartographic detail of our Backroad Mapbooks at an even larger scale, plus numerous updates and expansions from our last edition, this is the number one outdoor recreation map for this incredible part of BC! Continue reading
BRMB’s Fishing Mapbooks BRMB Team February 21, 2018 Here at Backroad Mapbooks, we love all sorts of outdoor adventure. From hiking to ATVing, skiing, camping and beyond… we do it all! But we have to admit, there is one activity that holds a special place in our hearts. When you mention fishing to a member of the BRMB team, all other adventure plans have to take a backseat. … Continue reading
BC’s Powder Highway BRMB Team January 15, 2018 Tucked into British Columbia’s southeast corner, the Kootenay Rockies are home to an area revered by skiers from around the globe. The Powder Highway, as it is affectionately called, is home to 8 alpine ski resorts, 3 community ski clubs, 27 backcountry operators, 14 cat-ski operators, 18 heli-ski operators and 14 Nordic ski clubs. All of this adds up to … Continue reading
Winter Wildlife Viewing Across Canada BRMB Team January 14, 2018 Winter has a varied effect on Canada’s furry and feathered residents. While some animals, such as bears, prefer to sleep it out and skip the season entirely, others, such as foxes and lynx thrive in the snowy wilderness. Birds, including owls and eagles, can be found throughout the country despite the cold, as can small mammals like otters and martens. … Continue reading
Canadian Bucket List Adventures BRMB Team January 4, 2018 Canada is full of one-of-a-kind adventures from coast to coast. No matter which type of adventurer you are, there are some places that you just have to see. To fill you in on a few of them, here is our list of Canadian bucket list adventures. Continue reading
Celebrating Canada’s Veterans BRMB Team November 9, 2017 At Backroad Mapbooks, we are immensely grateful for the freedom to go out and explore our beautiful outdoors. With this in mind, we have put together a list of some of Canada’s most spectacular and lesser known monuments to our esteemed veterans. Continue reading
BRMB Ambassadors Overland Outfitters Explore Powell River BRMB Team October 30, 2017 With only 6 weeks remaining until our new store opens up in November, my wife, Jenna, and I decided it was our last chance to get out of the city for quite a while! Seizing the opportunity, we decided to head for the Sunshine Coast, an area that we had only been able to explore once before, and only for a couple of days. We geared up our Tacoma and hit the road aiming for Horseshoe Bay. Continue reading
BC’s Gold Rush Ghost Towns BRMB Team October 3, 2017 BC is filled with former boom towns that sprung up during the many gold rushes of the 1800s. Ranging from nothing more than overgrown foundations to well-preserved tourist attractions, here is our guide to must-visit ghost towns across British Columbia. Continue reading
Tips for Fall Camping BRMB Team September 26, 2017 The days of fast and light summer camping are gone with the wind and it’s time to embrace the beauty of the changing season. Instead of packing up your camping gear, pack up some essential items to keep you camping comfortably right until the first snowfall. Here we’ve got a list of ideal essentials to bring on your fall camping trip this year! Continue reading
Top BC First-Come First-Serve Campsites BRMB Team June 20, 2017 With the Labour Day weekend upon us, at first glance it may look like many campsites are already filled up with reservations making it difficult to find a place to play outdoors. While the opportunity to book camping reservations may be long gone, with a Backroad Mapbook or GPS Maps you can find many first-come first-served campsites at your favourite BC campsites. Check out our list of BC’s best first-come, first-served campsites. Continue reading
Reel Your Kids into Fishing with Canada’s Learn to Fish Programs BRMB Team June 2, 2017 Get you and your kids hooked on fishing during license-free fishing weekends in various provinces across Canada. Although rules and regulations do still apply on these special weekends, you and your family will have the chance to learn a new skill while also enjoying some memorable time together! See the full schedule to see when your province is celebrating license-free fishing days! Continue reading
10 Must Fish Lakes in BC BRMB Team May 10, 2017 British Columbia is a lake fishing paradise. There are thousands of lakes scattered across the province, from sprawling easy-access lakes found along major highways to tiny hidden alpine lakes that require lengthy hikes to reach. Serious anglers can charter a flight to one of the many lakes in the north of the province that have no road access, but lots … Continue reading
Top 8 Family Friendly Hikes in Canada BRMB Team February 17, 2017 Many families live hectic lives, with working parents and kids involved in more than one activity, and rarely get a chance to even sit down for a meal together let alone spend the day. Luckily many provinces in Canada have set aside a Family Day, one statuatory holiday a year that you are guaranteed time to spend with the whole … Continue reading
8 Great Adventures to take Your Date on Valentine’s Day BRMB Team February 10, 2017 Looking for a way to really wow your date this Valentine’s Day? Nothing says romance better than a day spent with your loved one adventuring through the backcountry, so this Valentine’s Day tell your date to take a hike! Check out our favourite places in Canada for a whimsical winter date. Continue reading
Top Five Rivers for Winter Steelhead Fishing in BC BRMB Team January 17, 2017 Anglers in BC know that some of the most exciting and rewarding winter sport in the province is for steelhead. To shed some light on BC’s world-famous steelhead fishery, we have put together some tips and pointers for winter steelhead fishing, as well as a list of the top five rivers in BC to drop a line. Continue reading
Abandoned British Columbia: Ghost Towns and Forgotten Buildings BRMB Team October 17, 2016 With Halloween fast approaching, we’ve put together a list of the most intriguing ghost towns and abandoned buildings to visit in British Columbia. Continue reading
