Imagine a town where you have no need to drive to the mall – you can easily ride your bike and arrive within 10 minutes. Imagine a town where every time you go grocery shopping or out to eat you’re bound to run into someone you know – new friends and old. Imagine a town where everyone you meet treats you like family. You’re thinking of 100 Mile House in the interior of British Columbia. To me, 100 Mile House is the perfect combination of the city and the country. There are many stores, but wildlife is extremely popular in 100 Mile House from a variety of birds, beavers and even bears.
Whenever I tell someone where I live they always answer the same way. “100 Mile House?” Without going into too much detail, the “100 Mile” in our town’s name is in reference to how we are exactly 100 miles from Lillooet (Mile 0). Back when the Cariboo Wagon Road was used, 100 Mile House was popular stop on gold seekers’ way to Barkerville.
To give you an idea as to where we are located geographically, 100 Mile House is located within south-central British Columbia on the Fraser Plateau. Further north is the Central Cariboo and further South is the Thompson-Okanagan region.
100 Mile House is unique in every sense. For one, our park is absolutely stunning and
there is a waterfall running right through the town which you don’t see very often. The park, just east of downtown is well known for its fun playground, relaxing creek and tennis courts. There are also campground facilities. Another unique fact is the old historic pieces from the time of the Gold Rush are still kept, from an original wagon to even an ancient store. If you’re looking for historic sites 100 Mile is your stop.
100 Mile House is a town of variety. We’re famous for our annual Rodeo which takes place beside the beautiful 100 Mile Marsh in the core of town and also for the Hills Health Ranch which specializes in fitness, weight loss, hiking and world class cuisine. Massages and facials are popular in the spa section of the ranch. The Hills Health Ranch is on 20000 acres of land which you can horseback ride on, ski and snowboard. During the four distinct seasons 100 Mile House bares, it’s easy to explore the land by mountain bike, motorcycle, ATV, snowmobile, horses or simply by foot!
Visit the Parkside Gallery for a taste of the local artist work in 100 Mile House. We have a
very strong artists’ community. The Gallery’s giftshop offers locally-crafted items, pottery and woodwork, and also art cards. Along Birch Avenue, the famous street running through the middle of our town, you can find many boutiques and successful, locally operated businesses. An assortment of restaurants, stores and salons are easily found and gives you access to everything you need!
Our town may be small, but it is the host to many lively events and festivals! In the summer you can attend the annual Car Show, Garlic Fest or the Relay for Life. The events are amusing and family-friendly with lots to do. Canada Day at the Heritage Site is always packed and loaded with unique activities, such as taking a helicopter ride over the 108 lake! Did I mention 100 Mile House is right in the center of hundreds of lakes? Boating and tubing is in your favor during the summer season.
Have you ever found yourself wondering where are the world’s biggest skis? Probably not – but look no further than 100 Mile House, where beside the Visitor’s Center across from the marsh, we are home to the world’s biggest skis.
As I’m moving to Kelowna, I’m so happy to have shared with the excellence of my hometown. I’m so proud of 100 Mile House and all it has to offer for its tiny population of only 1900 in the interior. If you’re looking for a great place to spend time with your family, 100 Mile House is your destination 
