Bella Bella Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
unincorporated community and Indian Reserve community
About Bella Bella
Bella Bella is the largest community to be found on the Central Coast north of Queen Charlotte Strait. It is home to the Heiltsuk First Nation. Bella Bella is the main Heiltsuk community within Heiltsuk traditional territory. Hudson's Bay Company operated Fort McLoughlin between 1832 and 1842. A community of Heiltsuk people developed at McLoughlin Bay, south of the current location. When the fort was closed, the village remained. The village moved between 1898 and the early 20th century to the present site. Heiltsuk oral history tells of a dispute with the store owner at the original town. The store owner had acquired the land that had been the old Hudson's Bay Company fort and would not allow the community to expand on 'his' land – prompting the entire community to abandon the site and mo
Top Attractions in Bella Bella
Explore the best things to see and do in Bella Bella:
- ★Triquet Island
Where to Eat in Bella Bella
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Fishermen's Bar & Grill
- 🍴Koeye Cafe
Where to Stay in Bella Bella
- 🏨Denny Island B&B
- 🏨King Pacific Lodge
- 🏨Shearwater Resort
Bella Bella Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: