The iconic bridge over the Fraser River some 25 kilometres west of Williams Lake on Highway 20, sometimes referred to as “the gateway to the Chilcotin” has an interesting and colourful history.

For eons, a natural slowing of the current in that area of the river made for a suitable crossing site. When the river is at its normal height, the current is usually peaceful enough for boats to cross, and when the flow of water is low, there are spots where animals can easily swim across.

 

The iconic bridge over the Fraser River some 25 kilometres west of Williams Lake on Highway 20, sometimes referred to as &ldquo;the gateway to the Chilcotin&rdquo; has an interesting and colourful history.
For eons, a natural slowing of the current in that area of the river made for a suitable crossing site. When the river is at its normal height, the current is usually peaceful enough for boats to cross, and when the flow of water is low, there are spots where animals can easily swim across.
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The podcast version of the popular newspaper column ”The Haphazard History of the Cariboo Chilcotin” in the Williams Lake Tribune.

The podcast version of the popular newspaper column &rdquo;The Haphazard History of the Cariboo Chilcotin&rdquo; in the Williams Lake Tribune.

Haphazard History

Produced by the Williams Lake Tribune, Haphazard History is stories of the pioneers, people and places of the Cariboo Chilcotin region of British Columbia.

Produced by the Williams Lake Tribune, Haphazard History is stories of the pioneers, people and places of the Cariboo Chilcotin region of British Columbia.

The iconic bridge over the Fraser River,  25 kilometres west of Williams Lake.

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