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  Lytton, British Columbia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Coordinates: 50°13′30″N, 121°34′36″W Lytton in British Columbia sits at the confluence of the Thompson River and Fraser River on the east side of the Fraser.
Lytton lies on Trans Canada Highway and is the location where the Canadian Pacific Railway and Canadian National Railway change sides of the Fraser River.
Lytton is in the provincial riding of Yale-Lillooet represented since 2005 by Harry Lali of the NDP and the federal riding of Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon represented by Chuck Strahl of the Conservatives
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Lytton,_British_Columbia   (581 words)

  
 TransCanadaHighway.com Lytton, British Columbia
Lytton is the 'rafting capital of Canada." There are thrills and excitement galore when your raft hits these gig waves.
Lytton's outdoor community pool is also a great to cool off after a warm sunny day of activities.
Lytton was a service & supply centre during the 1860's gold rush as hopeful miners headed north to Barkerville.
www.transcanadahighway.com /BritishColumbia/Lytton.htm   (553 words)

  
 Lytton River Festival British Columbia - History of Lytton
The Wagon Road reinforced Lytton's role as the central hub of the Interior and it was suggested that "Lytton City" become the Capital of the Colonies.
Lytton was a beautiful town during the '20s with elaborate hotels, beautiful homes, and a thriving economy.
One of British Columbia's top ten attractions, Kumsheen Rafting Resort, is based on the outskirts of Lytton and for more than 30 years has shared the now legendary rapids of the Thompson River with thousands of thrill-seekers.
www.riverfestival.ca /history.htm   (1048 words)

  
 Lytton, British Columbia, Canada
Located where the green waters of the Thompson River meets with the brown, silt-laden flow of the Fraser River, Lytton is one of the oldest continuously settled communities in North America.
Lytton's appreciation of its Gold Rush history, as well as its thriving First Nations culture, are all visible through the preserved buildings and archives of a bygone era, and annual activities such as the Remembrance Day Pow Wow, which serve to celebrate Lytton's rich heritage.
Location: Lytton is located at the junction of Highway 12 and the Trans-Canada Highway 1, at the confluence of the Thompson and Fraser Rivers, approximately 65 miles (104 km) north of Hope.
www.britishcolumbia.com /regions/towns/?townID=3361   (1363 words)

  
 Tourism BC | Lytton
Lytton (population: 319) sits at the north end of the celebrated Fraser Canyon, nestled on a series of benches where the Fraser and Thompson rivers meet.
Lytton claims to be “Canada’s Hot Spot" due to sweltering summer temperatures that soar into the high 30s C (95–100º F).
Lytton is a major gateway to outdoor adventure.
www.hellobc.com /en-CA/RegionsCities/Lytton.htm?S=N   (289 words)

  
 Accommodations Lytton BC Canada: Hotels - Motels - Bed and Breakfasts - Resorts - Campgrounds
Lytton BC is a village at the junction of the grand Fraser River and its largest tributary, the Thompson River.
To the west of the Fraser River, near Lytton, is the Stein Valley Nlaka'pamux Heritage Provincial Park.
Lytton accommodations include motels, bed and breakfasts, lodges and guest ranches, campgrounds, and RV parks.
www.travelinbc.com /Lytton.cfm   (163 words)

  
 Restaurants in Lytton British Columbia Canada Restaurant Reviews
This is a powerful image depicting the double train bridges crossing the Fraser River through a narrow gorge six miles south of Lytton, BC A graceful...
Located 3 km northwest of Lytton in an area known as the Van Winkle Bar, the...
Lytton RCMP received a report from the Boston Bar RCMP Detachment (Sept...
www.diningguide411.com /restaurants/Canada/BC/Lytton   (285 words)

  
 British Columbia Genealogy Project, AHGP
British Columbia, province, SW Canada, bounded on the North by Yukon Territory and the Northwest Territories, on the East by Alberta, on the South by the states of Montana, Idaho, and Washington, and on the West by the Pacific Ocean and Alaska.
British Columbia became part of the Confederation of Canada on July 20, 1871, as the sixth province.
British Columbia has many natural resources such as mineral reserves, forests, fisheries, which provide for a growing manufacturing economy.
www.geocities.com /disco773/britishcolumbia.html   (178 words)

  
 BC Parks - Stein Valley Nlaka'pamux Provincial Park, Lytton, British Columbia
The Stein Valley is one of the last untouched watersheds in the southwestern part of British Columbia.
The name "Stein" comes from the Nlaka'pamux word "Stagyn", which means "hidden place" referring to the fact that the valley and the extent of the watershed is not very noticeable from the Stein River's mouth on the Fraser River.
The main trail head is located on the west side of the Fraser River by Lytton, accessed by crossing the Lytton Ferry.
www.britishcolumbia.com /ParksAndTrails/Parks/details/?ID=269   (1152 words)

  
 Lytton - Travel British Columbia, BCLCA (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.isi.jhu.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Lytton, the registered "Hot Spot of Canada", is located at the confluence of the green waters of the Thompson River meets with the brown, silt-laden flow of the Fraser Rivers.
Simon Fraser stopped at Lytton, the point of the confluence, and named the green tributary, flowing into the Fraser, the Thompson River after his friend and fellow explorer, David Thompson.
Lytton is located between two world-class whitewater rivers, the legendary Thompson and Fraser Rivers, the only decision to be made in Lytton is whether to power raft or paddle raft.
www.travel-british-columbia.com.cob-web.org:8888 /vancouver_coast_and_mountains/lytton.aspx   (492 words)

  
 Boston Bar, Lytton and Yale - Fraser & Thompson River Canyon, British Columbia
Many of the gold seekers in this region were Americans, and because the ships that brought them to British Columbia shores generally came from Boston, the aboriginals, referred to them as "Boston men," hence the name Boston Bar.
The site of a native Indian village, Lytton was also along the path taken by hardy prospectors who made their way north to the gold fields.
Lytton also lays claim to having one of only a few reaction ferries in B.C. For those not familiar with this type of ferry, it uses the power of the current to propel the craft - well worth a short trip across the river!
www.bcadventure.com /adventure/explore/high_country/cities/canyons.htm   (1060 words)

  
 Lytton British Columbia Information, Yellow Pages, and more
Our Free Classifieds for the State of British Columbia offer items such as used horse trailers, cars, trucks, motorcycles, outboard motors, books, horses, dogs, real estate listings including homes, businesses, and land, apartments for rent, boats and many other items that are for sale by owner.
Our History, Trivia and Facts Pages are populated with interesting, useless and random facts pertaining to Lytton, British Columbia history, Canadian history, family history and the history of names.
Our Free Message Boards British Columbia daily to ensure the appropriateness of the topics for visitors of all ages.
www.hometowncanada.com /bc/Lytton.html   (581 words)

  
 The Bulwer-Lytton Fiction Contest
No less impressively, Lytton coined phrases that have become common parlance in our language: "the pen is mightier than the sword," "the great unwashed," and "the almighty dollar" (the latter from The Coming Race, now available from the Broadview Press).
Conscripted numerous times to be a judge in writing contests that were, in effect, bad writing contests but with prolix, overlong, and generally lengthy submissions, he struck upon the idea of holding a competition that would be honest and -- best of all -- invite brief entries.
White water enthusiasts will also be gratified to know that "the rafting capital of British Columbia," located at the dramatic confluence of the Thompson and Fraser Rivers, takes its name from our hero, acknowledging his tenure as Interior Secretary, when he was responsible for building numerous roads in Australia and Western Canada.
www.bulwer-lytton.com   (1185 words)

  
 Totem Motel - Lytton, B.C.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The reception area, which held the post office until the 1950s, has been partially restored to its original finish and features a small historic display about Lytton.
Come browse the gift shop, where you will find books on the history, Native people and the natural beauty of Lytton and the surrounding areas.
You will be close to world-class hiking in the breath-taking Stein Valley, or you can experience the exhilaration of rafting down the mighty the Fraser River.
www.angelfire.com /bc2/totemmotel   (200 words)

  
 Rafting Adventure Resort, Lytton, British Columbia,
Kumsheen is a special place, with special people, situated in a special setting overlooking the Thompson River and White Canyon at Lytton, just a short drive from Vancouver, British Columbia.
In addition to a variety of whitewater adventures, there is much to do, much to experience; there are so many reasons why our guests come back again and again.
Rafting British Columbia rivers for over 30 years.
www.kumsheen.com /resort/index.php   (103 words)

  
 Vancouver Island, British Columbia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Welcome to Vancouver Island, British Columbia, the largest North American island in the Pacific.
Of course, Vancouver Island is also the location of British Columbia's capital city, Victoria.
To find out more about Vancouver Island, British Columbia, choose an area from the map.
www.vancouverislandguide.com   (183 words)

  
 Lytton, Canada
The town of Lytton (171 m (561 ft); pop.
Named Cumchin, meaning "fork in the river", it lived mainly from salmon-fishing.
12 to Lytton (population 400) at the confluence of the Fraser and Thompson rivers.
www.planetware.com /canada/lytton-cdn-bc-bcl.htm   (120 words)

  
 The Georgetown Independent: B.C. man seeks information on family   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
From information received to date, I have traced some of the family westward to Alberta and British Columbia in the late 1890's.
In later years, he, and some of his sons, were with the Canadian Pacific Railway in and around Lytton, British Columbia.
The youngest son of Thomas Clark, Cyril Edward James Clark, born in Lytton, British Columbia on November 9, 1899, eventually moved to Brampton where he lived until just prior to his passing on May 2, 1974.
www.northpeel.com /br/gi/editorial/letter/story/3722760p-4303591c.html   (257 words)

  
 Kumsheen River Rafting, Lytton, British Columbia. Whitewater Rafting, BC, Canada
The Thompson is a tributary of the Fraser and carries about one-third the flow of the Fraser.
They meet at Lytton (The Salish Indians of Lytton referred to the spectacle of these two great rivers converging as the great forks or "kumsheen".
An average spring runoff is 115,000 cfs for the Thompson and 350,000 cfs for the Fraser - most whitewater rafting rivers in North America flow between 1000 to 5000 cfs - this is an enormous amount of water!
www.bcadventure.com /kumsheen   (513 words)

  
 Village of Ashcroft - British Columbia, Canada (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.isi.jhu.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The Village of Ashcroft, "The Heart of  Gold Country", is in the South Central Interior of the province of British Columbia.
Ashcroft is located 10km south of Cache Creek on Highway 97C nestled in a valley on the banks of the Thompson River.
an association of the communities of Cache Creek, Ashcroft, Lytton, Spences Bridge, Logan Lake, Lillooet and Hat Creek Ranch.
www.village.ashcroft.bc.ca.cob-web.org:8888   (567 words)

  
 Lytton home for sale by owner. Lytton, British Columbia FSBO house for sale.
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Listing your Lytton home for sale by owner is quick and easy.
In as little as 10 minutes you could be selling your Lytton home for sale by owner on-line.
www.homesellcanada.com /BC/Lytton.cfm   (225 words)

  
 Lillooet British Columbia (via CobWeb/3.1 planetlab2.isi.jhu.edu)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
The District of Lillooet is picturesquely located on the sage and pine covered bench lands of the Fraser River in South Central British Columbia.
This location represents the junction of two major transportation corridors to the coast - Hwy 12 & the Trans Canada Hwy and Hwy 99 - which is the most scenic route connecting the Lower Mainland and the Interior.
Lillooet, with its 13 saloons, 25 licenced premises and clutter of cabins and tents, had a shifting population of over 15,000 residents in the 1860's and was the biggest little gold rush settlement in the Cariboo district (now British Columbia).
www.lillooetbc.com.cob-web.org:8888   (413 words)

  
 Whitewater Rafting BC| Kumsheen River Rafting Adventure|Vancouver British Columbia Canada| Fraser River Sturgeon ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-14)
Both paddle and power rafting trips are staged from the adventure resort just three hours from Vancouver on the outskirts of the Fraser Canyon community of Lytton BC.
Hosting guests from British Columbia, Canada, and the world, Kumsheen Rafting Resort is a unique, upscale whitewater rafting and adventure resort located in the heart of the Scenic Fraser Canyon, a beautiful 3 hour drive from Vancouver BC.
Activities are staged from the beautiful resort, conveniently located on the Trans Canada Highway on the outskirts of the little community of Lytton BC.
www.kumsheen.com.cob-web.org:8888   (642 words)

  
 Find The Shortest Travel Route To Kumsheen Raft Adventures In Lytton British Columbia
We are conveniently located on Highway #1 (Trans Canada Highway) only 3 hours from Vancouver, or 2 hours from Kamloops.
At Lytton, stay on the highway and continue east 5 km until you see the Kumsheen Rafting Resort signs and our resort (on the left).
Keep in mind that it will direct you to go into Lytton but we are actually 5 km east of Lytton.
www.kumsheen.com /old/planningyourtrip/gettingtolytton.shtml   (301 words)

  
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Reception of the Earl of Dufferin, Governor General of Canada at Victoria, British Columbia
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www.zwickersgallery.ca /catalogues/britcolumbia_aug2003.html   (549 words)

  
 Lytton Quebec Information, Yellow Pages, and more
Lytton, Quebec's Searchable Yellow Pages, Local Links, Coupons, Travel Pages, Moving Guide
If you are looking for these items or if you have something to sell, please stop by and take a look.We also have employment opportunities and ads from folks looking for jobs.
Our History, Trivia and Facts Pages are populated with interesting, useless and random facts pertaining to Lytton, Quebec history, Canadian history, family history and the history of names.
www.hometowncanada.com /qc/Lytton.html   (567 words)

  
 British Columbia Kayaking Camps
British Columbia Kayaking Camps for kids, teens and youth in the United States, Canada and Worldwide - MySummerCamps.com.
At My Summer Camps, our goal is to help parents find kids and teen summer camps in British Columbia that will meet the needs of your child.
Search for kids and teen summer camps, summer camp jobs and camps for rent/sale in British Columbia.
www.mysummercamps.com /camps/british-columbia-kayaking-camps.html   (278 words)

  
 Kumsheen Raft Adventures Lytton Rafting British Columbia Cariboo/Chilcotin Fraser River Canyon
Our passion for whitewater began over 30 years ago, and it's still very much alive today, influencing and inspiring everything we do.
Disclaimer: Information provided through RealAdventures website, newsletters, e-mails or other services has been provided directly by the companies and/or individuals owning or offering the products/services.
Likewise, it is the responsibility of advertisers to determine the suitability and credit worthiness of potential customers prior to any transaction.
www.realadventures.com /listings/1021336.htm   (425 words)

  
 British Columbia Restaurants and Restaurant Reviews | Foodinc.ca
Welcome to the British Columbia restaurant guide and restaurant directory.
In addition to our extensive list of restaurants in British Columbia,you will also find restaurant descriptions and unique reviews written by restaurant patrons.
select a restaurant from a city in british columbia ::
www.foodinc.ca /BritishColumbia   (68 words)

  
 City Guide to Lytton British Columbia, Canada
Take a moment now to explore Lytton through these pages and the links they provide to more detailed descriptions and presentations:
Highway 1, Box 30, Lytton BC V0K 1Z0.
Alkali (JD) Ranch, Alkali Wagon Road, Mile 2, Highway 12, Box 53, Lytton, V0K 1Z0.
www.gonorthwest.com /BC/Vancouver_Area/Lytton/Lytton.htm   (178 words)

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