It's almost time for my wife and I to make our quarterly trek to Harrison. This is a delightful location for both of us to decompress, re-energise and relax. Located just off of highway seven in the Fraser Valley, about an hour and a half from Vancouver, this is a world renowned location which attracts visitors year- round for its splendour, beauty and, most importantly, hot springs.
Arriving in Harrison I strongly suggest taking a wander down to Muddy Waters Cafe where they serve breakfast all day, or if your interested in some lunch they boast the best nachos in town. I've had them and I can honestly say the boast is not idle.
Arriving in Harrison I strongly suggest taking a wander down to Muddy Waters Cafe where they serve breakfast all day, or if your interested in some lunch they boast the best nachos in town. I've had them and I can honestly say the boast is not idle.
After lunch you can take a casual stroll along the park and lake, the town of Harrison takes great pride in their parks, as you can see in this photo. If the kids are along as well, you will find the communities brand new playground close to the man-made lagoon. Luckily, just a two minute walk away there's a refreshing lake with a sandy beachside.
If you're there with someone special maybe you want to just sit and watch the waves at the beach.
If you enjoy the outdoors there are some spectacular hiking trails. If water sport is your passion there are boat rentals, guided fishing adventures, or relaxing beach side. Of course the greatest of all is the hot springs which has given Harrison its worldwide fame. The public pool is on the main street as you come into town and lakes aren't your thing.
If you are staying at Harrison Hotspring Resort then you have access to the hot springs at their source. There is much more to see and do check out the community tourism page for all the latest and greatest of events.
If you are staying at Harrison Hotspring Resort then you have access to the hot springs at their source. There is much more to see and do check out the community tourism page for all the latest and greatest of events.
Accommodations are plentiful and available in a variety of price ranges. Be sure to shop around for pricing and specials. My favourite is the Harrison Ramada Hotel.
The deals are to be found here and the rooms are newly renovated, some with spa tubs and king size beds.
Just a couple doors down, the Harrison Hairstyling and Day Spa is there for all your relaxation needs.
The deals are to be found here and the rooms are newly renovated, some with spa tubs and king size beds.
Just a couple doors down, the Harrison Hairstyling and Day Spa is there for all your relaxation needs.
For evening dining I would recommend the Blackforest Restaurant. The food is simply to die for and the service has always been above and beyond exceptional. I enjoy the schnitzel madagascar and believe it is the best schnitzel I have ever eaten. If you prefer, there is a sushi restaurant on the main street that I also recommend. There are also many other fantastic dining experiences.
With so much to see and do in Harrison, I believe you will, like me, find more than enough reason to go back again and again and again.
With so much to see and do in Harrison, I believe you will, like me, find more than enough reason to go back again and again and again.
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