Description
The Cottonwood House Historic Site Accessible Trail Network has approximately 3.4 km of trails with a packed crushed gravel surface and a very gentle grade. The network circles the perimeter of the historic site and offers a spectacular view of the Cottonwood River.
The trailheads are located at the Cottonwood Historic Site parking lots and an information kiosk displays a map of the site and the available trails. Ongoing management of the site is provided by Barkerville Heritage Trust. You can learn more about the historic site at their website: http://www.cottonwoodhouse.ca/
Location
53°03′13″N 122°10′20″W
The Cottonwood House Historic Site Accessible Trail Network is 26 km east of Quesnel on Highway 26
Directions
From the Quesnel Museum and Tourist Information Centre travel southwest on Hwy 97 for 100 metres. Bear right to to stay on Cariboo Hwy and follow the signs for Barkerville, Prince George, and Highway 97.
Turn right at Front Street and travel for five kilometres, then turn right onto Barkerville Highway. Drive for twenty-six kilometres and then turn right at the sign for Cottonwood House Historic site. The trailheads are at the parking lot.