Kitwanga - Kitwancool

Community of Kitwanga

Kitwanga, or Gitwangak (“place of rabbits”), is located where the Kitwancool River runs into the Skeena. The village, accessed from Highway 37 is the site of outstanding totem poles, some more than a century old, as well as the 1893 St. Paul’s Anglican Church.

The “Battle Hill” National Historic Site is nearby. This site commemorates the struggle of Battle Hill, when Gitwangak warriors rolled logs down the hill to stop attackers from other tribes in about 1600.

Community of Gitanyow

Kitwancool, or Gitanyow, is 15 kilometres (nine miles) north of Kitwanga, with access marked by a small sign. The famous Canadian painter Emily Carr , following a visit to the region in 1928 captured many of the poles at this village. Ancient totems, carving sheds and a graveyard contribute to the magical feeling of the site.

N&V Johnson Services
Minor Repairs • Gas • Diesel • Groceries • Cafe
Box 100, Kitwanga, B.C. V0J 2A0
Contact: Neil Johnson
Phone: 1-877-849-5793 Fax: 250-849-5796
E-Mail: n&v@kermode.net

Kitwanga Auto Service
Gas,Diesel,Propane,Repairs,Towing,Car Wash
Box 309, Kitwanga, B.C. V0J2A0
Contact Eric Doll
Phone: 1-250-849-5221 Fax: 250-849-5363
E-Mail: eric@kitwangaauto.com
Website: www.kitwangaauto.com

Lax’Skiik Ventures Society
Eco-Cultural Tours
Box 106, Kitwanga, B.C. V0J 2A0
Phone: 250-849-5662 Fax: 250-849-5667

Cassiar RV Park & Campground
RV Sites • Sani Dump • Hiking Trails
Box 301, Kitwanga, BC V0J 2A0
Phone: 250-849-5799
E-Mail: cassiarrv@navigata.net
Website: www.cassiarrv.ca