Clinton
Clinton is a hub of ranching history, heritage, and arguably one of BC’s best antiquing opportunities (or at least this author’s favourite place!). Plan to stay a few days here if you want to truly explore all Clinton has to offer when it comes to items of a “certain age”:
Clinton Emporium and Flea Market
Considered a mecca for treasure hunters, vintage collectors, and thrift seekers, this well-stocked antique shop offers vintage tools, glassware, lanterns, wagon wheels, and horse-drawn farm equipment.
Clinton Antique Mall
Another terrific place to visit in Clinton, with over 70 dealers and three floors housed in a historic building, stacked with furniture and more.
Clinton Antique Centre
Family-owned and operated with more than 100+ quality dealers, there’s something for everyone under their 6,000-square-foot roof.
White Elephant Antiques (reopening April 2023)
Browse their collection of quirky, antique items including glassware, First Nations art and small trinkets.
The North Road Trading Post
An eclectic shop bursting with unique and vintage wares, art, signs, tools, and memorabilia, old kitchen gadgets, hunting, fishing camping gear, vintage automobiles and so much more!
Mile 47 Vintage Shop
Bringing together collectors and antique lovers from all around, the quaint store is packed with heirlooms, relics, and treasures, along with curated selections of vintage clothing, dishes, pottery, and countless other items.
As the Crow Flies
Selling antiques, collectibles, and garden supplies, as well as the host of a monthly flea market.
Lone Butte
At one time the Cariboo Region’s largest town during the boom of the gold rush, this little town is now a quiet place to visit and offers one notable antiquing stop:
The Country Pedlar
Visit their in-store “log cabin” for antiques and more, or visit their Christmas room on the second floor if you’re looking to get in the spirit of the season (even in summer).
100 Mile House
Once a stop for stagecoaches along the Gold Rush Trail in the 1860s, this city transformed to cattle ranching and forestry after the rush ended, and today is a vibrant small city that also celebrates its heritage:
Smith Antiques & Lighting
Hank Smith has been collecting pieces of history for the past 30 years, from maps and furniture to curios and collectibles.
Door Stop Trading Post
A perfect place to find a treasure, with a wide selection and reasonable prices.
Williams Lake
A major crossroad for travellers since the turn of the 20th century, the area is popular for cowboys, rodeos, and outdoor enthusiasts, as well as offering a stop-off to search for new treasures:
Fox Mountain Upcycle
Specializing in restoring and repurposing vintage furniture and household items, they also offer a unique selection of hardware and host do-it-yourself workshops.
Continuing north along the Gold Rush Trail will allow antique and history enthusiasts to stop in at Barkerville Historic Town & Park to see history in action!
Quesnel
Heading North from Williams Lake, Quesnel is an ideal stop for travellers looking to find more local treasures as well as the gateway to Barkerville Historic Town & Park, just one hour east on Highway 26.
Jan’s Findings
Located on Jade Street, this hidden trove of treasures has a little bit of everything, from knicknacks to fishing equipment and furniture.
Your next treasure is just one antique shop away on the Gold Rush Trail where liquid gold also awaits after a long day of antiquing!