Experiences
Prince Rupert rewards those who make the trip. From the Crest’s cliff-side vantage point, BC’s North Coast is yours to discover.
Things to Do in Prince Rupert
Prince Rupert is Northern BC’s most distinct port city — a working harbour, Indigenous culture, and some of the continent’s most extraordinary wilderness, all in the same place. The Crest puts you at the centre of it.
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Local Events
Prince Rupert has a thriving social calendar that runs year-round — from art exhibitions and live performances to community events that offer a genuine window into the city’s character. The Crest and its central location puts you close to all of it.
See the Prince Rupert Events Calendar to plan your visit around what matters most to you.
Fishing
Prince Rupert is one of the world’s great fishing destinations.
Sitting strategically between the mouths of the mighty Skeena and Nass Rivers, Prince Rupert is one of the largest ice-free, deep-ocean ports in the world that offers anglers access to BC’s North Coast that few places on earth can match. These are world class fishing grounds renowned for trophy chinook and coho salmon, halibut that run large, and a season that keeps serious anglers coming back year after year.
Whether you’re booking a guided charter, hiring a local outfitter, or heading out on your own, the fishing here is the kind that defines a trip. Learn more about fishing in Prince Rupert
Outdoor Adventures
Prince Rupert sits within some of the most extraordinary wilderness on the continent.
Nestled within the Great Bear Rainforest — one of the largest intact temperate rainforests on earth, and the only municipality within its boundaries. Flanked by the Coast Mountain Ranges to the east and the open North Pacific to the west. This is wilderness that demands going beyond a day trip.
Kayak through sheltered coastal inlets. Hike trails cut through old-growth forest. Tee off at Prince Rupert Golf & Country Club, where the fairways run along the edge of the rainforest. Explore by boat along a coastline that stretches further than most people ever see.
Learn more about activities in and around Prince Rupert.
Wildlife Viewing
In Prince Rupert, wildlife is part of the daily experience.
Humpback whales move through the harbour. Bald eagles circle above the roofline and are a daily presence at the Crest Waterfront Restaurant & Lounge. Just 45 kilometres from Prince Rupert, the Khutzeymateen Grizzly Bear Sanctuary is the only protected grizzly habitat in Canada.
Guided grizzly bear and whale watching tours are available for those who want a closer look, or charter a private tour for an immersive view of BC’s North Coast wildlife.
Learn more about wildlife viewing in Prince Rupert.
History & Culture
Prince Rupert’s history runs wide and deep. From the ancestral territory of the Sm’algyax-Speaking Peoples, whose connection to this land and the surrounding waters stretches back countless generations, to the fishing and cannery industries that shaped the modern city, there are deep layers here worth exploring.
The Museum of Northern BC brings thousands of years of coastal history to life through its Northwest Coast longhouse architecture and collection of Indigenous and historical artifacts. The North Pacific Cannery National Historic Site, just outside Port Edward, tells the story of the industry that built the region. The Kwinitsa Railway Museum, Cow Bay’s Ice House Gallery, the Lester Centre of the Arts, and the Tom Rooney Theatre are just the beginning of a thriving cultural scene that makes Prince Rupert one of BC’s North Coast’s most captivating destinations.
Learn more about history and culture in Prince Rupert.
Dining
Prince Rupert’s dining scene is as distinct as its geography.
Some of the freshest seafood in British Columbia moves through this port — and much of it ends up on the plate in front of you. The Crest Waterfront Restaurant & Lounge sits above the working harbour, where local fishing boats bring the evening’s catch into port while you dine.
The Crest’s neighbours are worth knowing. Saltwater Bakery & Provisions — also a Gitxaała Enterprises operation — crafts artisanal breads, pastries, and signature desserts from their Cow Bay kitchen. Chances Grill brings a relaxed, welcoming dining experience steps from the Crest’s front door.
Learn more about where to dine in Prince Rupert.