The Fraser River has a wide range of recreational opportunities due to its accessibility and diversity. The riverhead is in the Rocky Mountains, and there it provides a haven for canoeing, kayaking, and whitewater rafting enthusiasts. As it makes its way down through the valley, the river provides opportunities for fishing and boating. Close to the community of Lytton, the Fraser Canyon attracts a large number of tourists. There are viewpoints, parks, trails, and an aerial tram that can take sightseers across the Fraser River. Other activities that take place in the basin include backpacking, skiing, snowboarding, and hiking. At the delta mouth of the river in the Lower Fraser valley, there are a number of recreational opportunities including walking, bird watching, picnicking, fishing and boating.