Historic Hazelton

THE HISTORIC HEARTLANDS OF NORTHWEST BC
Founded in 1866, the Village of Hazelton is one of British Columbia’s earliest non-Indigenous settlements. Built near the confluence of the Skeena and Bulkley Rivers, the community grew as an important transportation and trading hub during the telegraph era, Omineca Gold Rush, and development across Northwestern British Columbia.

​EXPLORE OUR HISTORY
Today, visitors can explore Hazelton’s heritage through the Self-Guided Historic Walking Tour, featured on pages 18 and 19 of the Hazeltons’ Community Guide. Discover the history behind some of the community’s notable buildings, learn how they were used over time, and explore historic Hazelton at your own pace.

​S.S. HAZELTON STERNWHEELER
Visitors can also see a replica sternwheeler along the riverfront, offering a glimpse into the vessels that once travelled the Skeena River and played an important role in connecting communities throughout the region.

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​For a deeper look into the people, events, and stories that shaped the area,
visit the Hazelton Public Library and Museum.

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