Lillooet - Welcome to Paradise

Lillooet and our surrounding mountains and lakes are truly an undiscovered paradise. Lillooet offers something for everyone - for thrill-seekers and sight-seers, for gold prospectors and wildlife viewers, for history buffs and adventurers. The only limit to the fun to be had is time. A relaxed lifestyle incorporated into a vibrant well-serviced community makes Lillooet an ideal setting for your endeavors.

Jade Trail

British Columbia is the number one source of jade in the world today. The history of jade in Lillooet is from time immemorial. Jade is still being found along the rivers and local rock-hounders, including First Nations people, have collected and worked with jade over the years. Their commitment and donations have led to the Jade Monuments Project. Tourists may follow the "Jade Trail" historical tour map of the community and area, where you may discover the beauty of the original "Jade Park" with its 3 large boulders and the interesting history of the other jade monuments along the tour.

First Nations - St’át’imc Territory

 The St'át'imc are the original inhabitants of the territory which extends north to Churn Creek and south to French Bar; northwest to the headwaters of Bridge River; north and east toward Hat Creek Valley; east to the Big Slide; south to the island on Harrison Lake and west of the Fraser River to the headwaters of Lillooet River, Ryan River and Black Tusk. The St'át'imc way of life is inseparably connected to the land. Our people use different locations throughout our territory of rivers, mountains and lakes, planning our trips with the best times to hunt and fish, harvest food and gather medicines. The lessons of living on the land are a large part of the inheritance passed on from St'át'imc elders to our children.

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