HISTORY
THE HOTEL
The original Gold Bridge Hotel burnt down prior to 1970. The building which is now in it's place was the old Legion from Bralorne. Rumour has it that while is was being transported the then owner was standing on the roof with a 2x4. He had to push up the power lines as they descended the hill from Bralorne.
It has changed a few hands since then, but the now owner Pete bought the hotel in 2018. Since then he has done many upgrades, while maintaining its old charm.
Pictured here is the old hotel prior to it burning down.
BRIDGE RIVER VALLEY
Gold Bridge, nestled in the Bridge River Valley, BC, owes its history to the gold rush that began in the late 1800s and boomed in the 1930s with the opening of the Bralorne-Pioneer Mine, which produced over 4 million ounces of gold before its closure in 1971.
Gold was first discovered on the Bridge River in 1859, attracting miners and their families to the region. The Bralorne-Pioneer Mine, near Gold Bridge, became the richest gold claim in Canada, leading to a significant population boom in the 1930s and 1940s.
BRIDGE RIVER VALLEY
The mine's success prompted the construction of a complete town, with Gold Bridge serving as a hub for services and the gateway to the Bridge River Valley. When the mine closed in 1971, leading to the abandonment of settlements like Bradian and a decline in the area's population. Several abandoned towns are still visible in the valley, showcasing the area's rich mining history. Gold Bridge still exists as a small town offering services and acting as a gateway to the Bridge River Valley's natural beauty, including lakes, trails, and the remnants of its mining past.