Tumbler Ridge: Trails, Museum and Outdoor Experiences

A long hiking trail, a museum with a history spanning more than 300 million years, and a variety of outdoor activities shape Tumbler Ridge. For families, these offer different ways to spend time together: on the trail, at the museum, or enjoying an interest in golf. The TR Trail combines considerable length with numerous branches leading to a wide range of destinations.

The TR Trail and its branches

The TR Trail is 27 km long and encircles three-quarters of Tumbler Ridge. It can be walked without crossing paved roads. Five signposted access points help visitors plan their route. The stated distance refers to the trail as a whole; those including it in their trip can use the access points and their own interests as guides for planning.

Branches lead to waterfalls, rock formations and dinosaur tracks. Other destinations include picnic areas, creekside spots, natural swimming pools and viewpoints, as well as a remote backcountry cabin. The trail therefore offers both nature and scenery destinations, as well as places to take a break. Families can discuss in advance which of these different discoveries interest them most. These destinations are branches of the TR Trail; they do not automatically form a single short loop.

History at the Museum

The Tumbler Ridge Museum offers insights into a history spanning more than 300 million years. This gives it a different focus from the nature and hiking destinations: rather than a route, it centers on the passage of time. The museum gallery is wheelchair accessible. This information applies to the gallery and offers a specific point of reference for visitors who wish to take this into account when planning their trip.

Outdoor activities with different focuses

The Wolverine Disc Golf Course is integrated into Tumbler Ridge’s growing outdoor recreation trail network. It adds to the options for travelers interested in disc golf. The Tumbler Ridge Golf & Country Club, meanwhile, is set in densely forested terrain high above the Murray River. The two offer different experiences, so when planning, you can consider which type of outdoor activity best suits your travel interests.

The Tumbler Ridge Golf & Country Club operates seasonally in 2026: From May 8 through mid-October, it is open from morning to evening, weather permitting, approximately from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. If you would like to include golf in your stay, take both this period and the weather dependency into account. The hours are approximate; do not treat them as a firm daily opening guarantee.

Choose the right focus for your trip

When looking for a vacation rental in Tumbler Ridge, it helps to first decide what you want to focus on during your stay. Would you like to explore the TR Trail and its branches, learn about the museum’s long history, or include seasonal golfing opportunities? The Wolverine Disc Golf Course is also part of the outdoor recreation trail network.

Also explore Chetwynd, Dawson Creek, Pouce Coupe, Fort St. John, Hudson Hope and Taylor.

For the broader travel overview: Peace River.