At a Glance
Population: 4,900
Health Services: Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital and Clearwater Health Centre
Education: One elementary school and one secondary school
Economy: Forestry, tourism
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Located 124 kilometers north of Kamloops in south central BC, the friendly town of Clearwater has grown significantly over the past two decades. As the gateway to Wells Gray Provincial Park, Clearwater has a thriving tourism sector and provides a rich arena for year-round outdoor pursuits. Clearwater boasts a moderate climate with warm summers and cold winters.
Clearwater is a vacation paradise, with the majestic mountains of Wells Gray serving as a picturesque backdrop. The remote wilderness, the virgin forest, and the rivers, lakes and streams all combine to showcase Clearwater’s active way of life.
Clearwater is located on the Yellowhead Highway 5, at the southern end of Wells Grey Provincial Park, 120 kms north of Kamloops. To the south of Clearwater are the communities of Little Fort and Barriere.
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