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April 6, 2023 10 mins

In this episode, we journey to the community of Wells, home to outdoor adventure and the cold bite of winter. Known as a small mining town, the area of Wells is an outdoor playground built for those seeking to explore bC’s interior off the beaten path. Our journey to Well’s British Columbia is a spectacular adventure that can only be experienced “By Car”

Located 58 minutes or 78.7 km down Highway 26 West from Fraser River GM in Quesnel BC is the small mining town known as Wells. Wells was established in the 1930s and was a major center for a time. The town was named after Fred Wells, an American who came to the area on a whim and became an enthusiastic miner, and one of the leaders of the second gold rush.

About "By Car"

This series shares the stories, people and breathtaking locations you'll discover when traveling through interior British Columbia. Each journey begins at one of the five dealerships within the Cariboo Auto Group and takes you to historical landmarks and awe-inspiring destinations only accessible “By Car”.

Cariboo Auto Group

By Car is a presentation of the Cariboo Auto Group. We encourage you to get off the beaten path, explore the wonders of your local BC community and connect with folks who live there.  Our 5 dealerships are here to make sure your vehicle is up to the challenge.  Visit Cariboo Auto Group .com to contact one of our GM, Ford or Toyota dealers. 

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