100 Mile House

100 Mile House is a district municipality in the Cariboo region of British Columbia that serves as the main service center for surrounding communities. The settlement sits in rolling terrain and contains shops, offices, and facilities that support residents across the wider district.

The settlement began in 1862 as a roadhouse on a major trading route during the gold rush era when prospectors moved through the region. The name came from its location marking the 100-mile distance on this important passage.

The Municipal Museum displays artifacts from gold prospecting and logging operations that shaped daily life in the region. Through these objects, visitors can see how people worked and survived in this remote area.

The South Cariboo Recreation Centre offers indoor sports activities, and several lakes nearby provide water recreation options for visitors. Since this is a rural area with distances between attractions, having a vehicle makes getting around much easier.

The settlement nearly disappeared in the 1930s when its population dropped to almost nothing, but newcomers eventually returned and restarted economic life. This revival brought the community back from near collapse.

Location: Cariboo Regional District

Elevation above the sea: 927 m

Website: https://100milehouse.com

GPS coordinates: 51.64194,-121.29722

Latest update: December 19, 2025 22:08