The 10 Most Beautiful Towns and Villages in Canada (4 of 6)

Harrison Hot Springs, BC

A two-hour drive east of Vancouver and nestled along the shores of Harrison Lake, the resort village of Harrison Hot Springs is renowned for its two sets of hot springs (named Potash and Sulpher, which reach temperatures of 40°C and 65°C, respectively), each having their own distinct compositions of minerals that are mixed together and cooled to temperatures that are safe for humans to swim in.

Whistler, BC

The village of Whistler hosts one of the world’s premier ski resorts, with its two mountains, the likewise named Whistler along with Blackcomb, providing more than 8,000 acres (3237 ha) of skiable land. But it isn’t just reserved for winter activities; the summertime offers opportunities to go hiking, mountain biking, river rafting, and horseback riding. Everything you need in the village (including fine dining) is within walking distance.