Echo Valley Ranch & Spa, Clinton

From thrilling guided adventures to solitary escapes full of connection and relaxation, from awe-inspiring sightings of a rare Cinnamon bear or a golden eagle to the joy of experiencing nature on horseback, Echo Valleys all-inclusive package provides an exclusive and immersive experience. Lodging is in one of the deluxe accommodations and includes three farm-fresh meals daily, snacks anytime, all beverages (including beer and wine at dinner time). Extended hours for all meals, dine at your leisure; a daily menu with several selections is available. Your activity options include:

HORSEMANSHIP – Join in an immersive full-day experience including bringing in the horses from the pasture, connecting with your horse, experiencing nature on horseback, caring for your horse, and sending it off to the pasture again. (Maximum riding weight 220 lbs.)
HIKING – Explore the abundantly varied topography and wonderful hikes with guided half-day or full-day hiking, based on your preferences and ability. Unguided hikes anytime. (maps provided)
ARCHERY – An introduction to archery with one of the guides; practice at your leisure after your first lesson at the archery range.
MARKSMANSHIP – Spend an hour at the gun range with one of the experienced guides for target shooting with handguns and rifles of different calibers.
RANCH FACILITIES – Unlimited use of the ranch facilities: games room, geo-thermal heated pool, fitness room, and sauna.
CANYON CONNECTION – Connect with nature and yourself while experiencing the Fraser River and Canyon up close during this full-day guided adventure. A circle
route takes you through the boreal forests into what some call the Grand Canyon of the North and back to the ranch.
SPA TREATMENT – Enjoy A signature spa treatment from a selection of one-hour samplers. One treatment is included for a 3-night stay, two treatments are included for a stay of four nights or more.
FISHING – Start with a fly-fishing lesson and then enjoy fishing at your leisure, for a rainbow trout catch & release experience just minutes away from your accommodation.
FOREST BATHING – An immersive, solitary experience in the boreal forest surrounding the ranch. Visit the indigenous carvings and listen to the sound of a nearby spring to connect with yourself and nature.
MINDFULNESS – Two guided Thai Yoga (Ruesri Dat Ton) classes daily, plus one guided group meditation daily. Guided one-on-one meditations for those wishing to explore deeper are also available. Walking meditation at Copper Drop Springs anytime.
SURVIVAL SPIRIT – Learn what it takes to survive in the wilderness during this half-day guided adventure. The guides will share their wilderness knowledge with you, from building shelters and fire to foraging for food and water, and more.
MOUNTAIN BIKING – Guided half-day or full-day slow-paced rides with power-assist mountain bikes. Unguided exploring available anytime. (bikes and helmets provided, power-assist bikes for guided tours only).
GARDENS – Visit the greenhouse and ranch garden to gather favourites for a dinner salad – they’ll also share their gardening secrets and tips to start your own. Visit the root cellar, to see how the first ranchers of the area preserved their food.