Big Canyon

Big Canyon is a canyon in British Columbia featuring steep rock walls with multiple bands of sedimentary layers. These formations were exposed over millions of years through natural erosion and water action.

The rock foundation of this canyon formed approximately two billion years ago from igneous and metamorphic stone. Erosion processes that followed gradually exposed these ancient layers and shaped what we see today.

The canyon area serves as a natural laboratory for geologists studying the regional stratigraphic patterns and environmental changes through rock formations.

Visitors can explore the canyon on marked hiking trails that wind through the landscape. Good footwear is recommended since paths are uneven and some sections involve climbing or steep terrain.

The visible stripes in the canyon walls act like a history book, documenting different phases of sediment buildup and deposited materials. These horizontal bands tell the story of environmental shifts that happened across vast stretches of time.

Location: British Columbia

GPS coordinates: 53.00030,-122.38400

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:23