In , some Norwegian colonists journeyed from Minnesota to the Bella Coola Valley and founded a settlement called Hagensborg, located on Hwy. Built at the turn of the 20th century by settler Andrew Svisdahl, the site is a lates time capsule furnished in traditional Norwegian fashion and displaying the household tools of more than a century ago.
Augsburg United Church, built in as a Norwegian Evangelical Lutheran Church, is another local historic building worth exploring, and one where parishioners are still welcomed — alongside a cemetery that poignantly memorializes the history of those who journeyed so far to realize their dreams of a new life.
The well-marked wheelchair-accessible Saloompt Forest Trail has interpretive scenic meanderings alongside the Bella Coola River, through an old-growth forest with picnic tables and benches. Bella Coola Airport, just outside Hagensborg, provides daily, scheduled flights to and from Vancouver and charters to local glaciers, fishing areas and other coastal destinations.
Learn more about the Bella Coola Valley. Bella Coola Mountain Lodge offers guests a comfortable home-away-from-home experience in the beautiful Bella Coola Valley. Our lodge features 15 spacious rooms and suites with full kitchens and our famous light continental breakfast is offered to start your day. With stunning views of the Coast Mountains you can relax in comfort on the decks, or take a….
Discover the untouched lands surrounding Bella Coola Valley with an expert tour guide, ready to create an extraordinary experience. Embark on a guided eco-tour to discover the sights, sounds, and animals of this incredible region of British Columbia.
