Karmutzen Range
Hankin Range
Franklin Range
The Hankin Range, located in the north of Vancouver Island, is a set of 287 sq km (111 sq miles) mountains between Bonanza Lake and Nimpkish Lake. The Hankin Range portion stands out from other parts of Vancouver Island due to its incredible landscape and nature.
The range area is full of perfect adventurous sports, especially in winters such as mountain skiing. You can get equipped at the snowboard store, where everything is available, from goggles to snowboards. Because the area has no distractions, it is perfect for winter sports to book a room in Smithers hotels and make your way to the mountain range.
The Hankin Mountain Range is an excellent and convenient spot with plenty of things to do for all families. With a beautiful environment, the area offers thrilling winter sports with plowed roads through the alpine forest. Enthusiasts would enjoy skiing through the alpine and gorgeous trees besides perfect alpine climbing.
Visitors and tourists will experience peace and seclusion and a true connection to nature's calmness and fierceness at the non-motorized recreational place. The Hankin Range offers both tree skiing and skiing with uninterrupted terrains. Also, other winter sports are suitable for both beginners and professionals.
The Hankin Mountain Range is located northwest of Woss, between Nimpkish Lake to the west and Bonanza Lake. The area is an excellent recreational spot and perfect for mountaineers with plenty of things to do. Beautiful lakes are around, such as Anutz Lake 10 km (6.2 miles) to the southwest, Husan Lake 13 km (8 miles), and Atluck Lake 19 km (11.8 miles). Amazing Nimpkish Lake Provincial Park is 13 km (8 miles), and Tahsis-Kwois Provincial Park is 28 km (17.3 miles) to the west of the Hankin Range. 30 km (18.6 miles) from the southeast of the range, Woss Lake Provincial Park and the gorgeous Woss Lake are located where tourists can enjoy various entertaining activities. Nearby towns and communities are Telegraph Cove, Port McNeill, Zeballos, besides the Woss village within 20 km (12.4 miles).
From Nanaimo:
The fastest route to get to the Hankin Range from Nanaimo is via BC-19 N. It is a 379 km (235.5 miles) route and takes about 4 hours and 19 minutes.
Take Third St to BC-19 N. After 3.3 km (2 miles), turn right onto BC-19 N (signs for Campbell R) and drive for 336 km (208.7 miles). Continue on Beaver Cove Rd to your destination for 39.3 km (24.4 miles) to reach the range.
From Victoria:
Getting to the Hankin Range from Victoria is via BC-19 N. It is a 489 km (303.8 miles) route and takes almost 5 hours and 47 minutes.
Take Government St to Trans-Canada Hwy/BC-1 N. After 1.2 km (0.7 miles), take BC-19 N to Beaver Cove Rd in Mount Waddington D for 449 km (278.9 miles). Continue on Beaver Cove Rd to your destination and drive 39.3 km (24.4 miles) to reach the range.
There is no designated hiking trail to reach the Hankin Range.
The area is placed within the traditional territory of Namgis First Nation. The Namgis People's deep and rich legends and culture are rooted in the areas of the mountains and the range.
While visiting the Hankin Range, you would be amazed by nature's calmness and fierceness. The range is a perfect non-motorized recreational place offering a variety of winter sports. Have the experience of amusing winter sports, along with the natural beauty of the area. A wide area with challenging tracks is cleaned, providing uninterrupted skiing. For those who love to ski through trees, it can be easily arranged through the Hankin Range's natural beauty but is a bit more difficult than skiing.
Alpine climbing would be a fantastic venture, with the beautiful atmosphere of the area. Make sure to have the right weather and gear.
Snowboarding on the Hankin Range's challenging tracks would be fun, easier to master than skiing, but more difficult to learn. Even though it's your choice to choose what you are comfortable with. Experience amusing winter sports, along with the natural beauty of the area.
Several enjoyable activities are available at Nimpkish Lake Provincial Park to the west of the range. In the beautiful Nimpkish Lake outside Nimpkish Lake Provincial Park, kayaking, canoeing, and fishing opportunities exist. At the park, in some areas, hunting is allowed for specific species. Also, the lake is famous for windsurfing besides offers swimming without lifeguards are on duty.
