DriveBC — Know Before You Go
Live highway conditions, webcam feeds, and travel advisories for every major BC road. Updated continuously by the BC Ministry of Transportation.
What Is DriveBC?
DriveBC is the BC government's official road conditions and travel information service. It provides real-time updates on highway incidents, road closures, construction delays, weather conditions, and webcam images from hundreds of cameras positioned along BC's major routes.
Before any BC road trip — especially over mountain passes in winter — checking DriveBC can mean the difference between a smooth drive and a dangerous surprise. The service is free, updated around the clock, and covers every major highway in the province.
Major BC Highways on DriveBC
Click any highway to check live conditions on DriveBC.
Trans-Canada Highway
Vancouver to the Alberta border via Hope, Kamloops, and Revelstoke. BC's busiest highway — watch for chain-up requirements on Rogers Pass in winter.
Crowsnest Highway
Hope to the Alberta border through Manning Park, Princeton, Osoyoos, and Fernie. Scenic southern BC route — prone to closures at Allison Pass in heavy snow.
Coquihalla Highway
Hope to Kamloops — BC's fastest mountain route. Notorious for sudden whiteout conditions and chain-up requirements. Check before every winter drive.
Yellowhead Highway
Prince George to Prince Rupert and east to Jasper. Northern BC's main east-west corridor — watch for moose and icy conditions in fall and winter.
Highway 97 — Okanagan Connector
Cache Creek to Osoyoos through the Okanagan Valley. Summer construction delays are common. Watch for deer and fog in the valley bottom at night.
Sea to Sky Highway
Vancouver to Whistler and Pemberton. Stunning but demanding — narrow sections, rock fall zones, and heavy traffic on ski weekends.
Highway 20 — Chilcotin Highway
Williams Lake to Bella Coola through the Chilcotin Plateau and the Hill — a legendary 18% grade descent into the Bella Coola Valley.
Cassiar Highway
Kitwanga to the Yukon border — one of BC's most remote highways. Limited services, wildlife crossings, and gravel sections. Check conditions before departing.
Popular Highway Webcam Locations
These cameras are checked most often by BC travellers. Click to view the live feed on DriveBC.
Coquihalla Summit (1,244 m)
The most-watched camera in BC. Shows real-time conditions at the summit — critical for chain-up decisions.
View Live CameraRogers Pass (1,330 m)
Highest point on the Trans-Canada. Avalanche control zone — check before driving through Glacier National Park.
View Live CameraAllison Pass — Manning Park
Summit of the Crowsnest Highway through Manning Provincial Park. First to close in heavy snow.
View Live CameraCheakamus Canyon
Rock fall zone on the Sea to Sky between Squamish and Whistler. Check after heavy rain or seismic activity.
View Live CameraKootenay Pass (1,774 m)
Highest maintained highway pass in Canada. Closes frequently in winter — always check before driving east of Salmo.
View Live CameraPine Pass (933 m)
Northern BC's main pass between Prince George and Dawson Creek. Icy conditions and wildlife crossings common.
View Live CameraBC Winter Driving Tips
Winter Tires Are Mandatory
BC law requires winter tires (M+S or snowflake-rated) on most BC highways from October 1 to April 30. Chains are required in designated chain-up zones — carry them even if you have winter tires.
Check DriveBC Before Every Mountain Drive
Conditions change fast on BC passes. A clear forecast in Vancouver can mean a whiteout on the Coquihalla two hours later. Check DriveBC within 30 minutes of departure.
Know the Chain-Up Zones
Chain-up zones are signed on the Coquihalla, Rogers Pass, and Allison Pass. When the sign is active, you must have chains or approved traction devices installed — even with winter tires.
Fuel Up Before Remote Stretches
The Cassiar Highway, Chilcotin Highway, and northern sections of Hwy 97 have very limited services. Fill up in the last major town and carry extra fuel on remote routes.
Watch for Wildlife at Dawn and Dusk
Moose, deer, and elk are most active at dawn and dusk — especially on the Yellowhead, Cassiar, and northern highways. Slow down and scan the road edges.
Sign Up for DriveBC Email Alerts
DriveBC lets you subscribe to email or text alerts for specific highways. Set up alerts for your route before a long trip so you get notified of closures or incidents automatically.
Winter Tire Requirement: October 1 – April 30
BC law requires M+S or snowflake-rated winter tires on most BC highways during this period. Fines apply for non-compliance. Check BC's winter driving regulations for the full list of affected highways and exemptions.
Check Live Conditions Now
DriveBC is updated around the clock by the BC Ministry of Transportation. Check it before every mountain drive.
Road Trip Tools in the StayBC App
The StayBC Travel Companion app puts fuel prices, local deals, and road trip tools in your pocket. Download it before you hit the highway.