Discover the History of the Valley
Visit the eclectic hamlet of Hedley (pop 260) located one hour west of Penticton or three and a half hours from Vancouver. Pan for gold in the Similkameen River at the mouth of Hedley/20-mile Creek. The Hedley Museum offer insightful exhibits into our First Nations and prospecting history. Check out the 20+ artists, stop at the Country Market for coffee, lunch, liquor, and pantry items or Hedley Grand Union for lunch, coffee, baking, clothes and local crafts. The Upper Similkameen Indian Band office is located in Hedley.
Hedley Top 10 List
- Explore the Hedley Heritage Museum & Visitor Centre
- Visit the Hedley Country Market and stock up supplies for a picnic by the river
- Glimpse the past at Hedley’s cemetery and Masonic cemetery
- Take a walk along the river
- Check out the Hedley Post Office and the mural on this heritage building
- Browse the West Hedley Mall (which isn’t a mall) for antiques and treasures
- Pay your respects at the Cenotaph, erected for the Hedley men who fought in both World Wars
- Have coffee and baked goods and ice-cream at the Grand Union Cafe
- Check out nearby Stemwinder Provincial Park
- Check out the 20+ artists
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Visitor Information
Hedley (Seasonally) Hedley Museum
712 Daly Avenue, Hedley, BC
250-292-8787
Peek into the Past
When you visit, take the opportunity to peek into the past and discover the town’s history and the land around it. Hedley looms in Nickel Plate Mountain’s shadows, which serves as a reminder of the town’s heritage. The mining history revolving around Nickel Plate is evident in the architecture you see today.

Hedley was once where gold was on everyone’s mind. Mascot Mine, located 1 km (.62 mi) above the town, is currently closed. It is rumoured that legendary outlaw, Billy Miner, used to come to Hedley with boxes of chocolates to give to the ladies at the dance hall. Visit the Hedley Museum (open seasonally) and enquire about what to do in and around Hedley.

Go for the Gold!
From 1850 to the 1960s, there was plenty of gold panned around Hedley. Around 1890 they were panning at the mouth of Hedley Creek (20 Mile Creek). Even today, there are still gold claims along the creek and the Similkameen River.

Coffee, PICNICS and scratch-made GOODIES!
Stop in for coffee and scratch-made goodies. The family-owned Hedley Country Market, just off the highway on Scott Avenue, has a full assortment of things you’ll need for your picnic, including loaves of bread, handmade sandwiches and soups, condiments, fruit and vegetables, as well as beer and wine. Stop by the Grand Union for speciality coffee, baked goods and ice cream – there’s plenty of outdoor space. They have a collection of vintage clothes and other unique items for sale, as well as rooms for rent.


Arts Community
Did you know Hedley is home to over 20 artisans, from fibre arts, mixed textiles, wood burning, carving, jewellery, wood burning, bird feeders, crochet rugs, and more! You can purchase directly from the artists, take a class or book individual lessons.

Where to Stay in Hedley
There is limited accommodation in Hedley. There are rooms at the Grand Union Cafe, and the Moonlight Mountain Guesthouse cottage is available. The local Museum & Visitor Centre has an accommodation list. Check out the Gold Mountain Cabins and Campground and the Riverhaven RV & Motel up the highway, both on the beautiful Similkameen River.

In Case of Emergency
Go to the Princeton General Hospital for medical emergencies of the human kind. For emergencies involving pets, there are two veterinarians in Princeton, 25 minutes from Hedley. Medical services are also available at the Penticton General Hospital, one hour away.
Business Directory
Contact us or review the Hedley Business Listings further down this page for businesses and services in the Hedley area.



















