An intermontane region of British Columbia in the lower Fraser Canyon, the Cariboo stretches between the coastal mountains in the west and Cariboo mountains to the east. This vast grazing land, dotted with huge ranches, honeycombed with peaceful lakes and surrounded by semi-arid hills, is renowned for its fishing, hunting and horse-riding centres. Also, if you're in the area, don't forget to stop by the Barkerville site, a remnant of the 19C gold rush.