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Kinbasket L. 93 To Red Deer To Jasper & Edmonton BRITISH Golden Yoho BRITISH Golf ClubYoho Lake Banff Field Louise COLUMBIA Louise 22 COLUMBIARogers 2 Pass Golden Banff L. Minnewanka Banff 1A To Martha Creek Park Medicine Hat 5 Glacier 95 93 Canyon Canmore Canmore 1A Regional Mt.Mt. RevelstokeRevelstoke Hot Springs Calgary Revelstoke Kootenay 22 Mount 22 Highlights Revelstoke Golf Club Craigellachie Spillimacheen Assiniboine 40 Three Valley Sicamous Brisco 22 2 Blanket Creek Park Peter Getting Here by Air road conditions 23 KOOTENAY ROCKIESBugaboo 95 Lougheed Major international gateway cities 1-800-550-4997 Visit DriveBC.ca for Bugaboo Mountain Time Zone ALBERTA Galena Pacific Time Zone 93 To provide easy air access. real time info. Bay 2 Mountain Lethbridge SalmonSalmon Arm Arm 31 Time The Springs Radium Hot Springs To Vancouver Radium Hot Springs Shelter Pacific 1 Radium Resort Air Canada Bay Course Dry Gulch Park Time C Upper Arrow L Trout L. Course Cl offers flights to/from Vancouver & Calgary to Enderby lo border Crossings Enderby Panorama os se Eagle Ranch Resort Elk ed Halcyon Mountain Village Invermere on the Lake d Cranbrook, Kelowna, Penticton and to/from Height Elk W At the Canadian/US border, be sure to Trout Lake Park Lakes iin 97A Hot Springs Invermere WindermereThe Ridge at Copper Point nt Monashee Greywolf of the Lakes teer Vancouver to Castlegar. 1-888-247-2262 r carry your passport or equivalent. Armstrong at Panorama WindermereRockies Valley Golf Course 40 97 L. Windermere 93 Pacific Coastal For information & updates, visit: Copper Point Height Nakusp offers scheduled flights to/from Vancouver Travel.state.gov, Cbsa.gc.ca or call: Golf Club Fairmont of the 23 Hot Springs Goat Range 95 Mountainside at Rockies into Cranbrook & Trail. To/from Victoria & 1-800-461-9999. VernonVernon Riverside at Hot Springs Nakusp Goat RangeMeadow Kelowna into Cranbrook. And between 6 Fairmont FairmontColumbia L. Hot Springs Creek Purcell 43 Kelowna and Trail. 1-800-663-2872 McDonald Canal Flats Roosville & Kingsgate Creek Park Davis Creek Hot Springs Whiteswan Park Elkford (Cranbrook) - open 24 hrs Arrow 6 Wilderness Lake Park Westjet Park Hills Lost Ledge 93 offers scheduled flights to/from Calgary, Park Rykerts (Creston) - open 7am - 11pm 97 6 Rosebery Park 95 Edmonton and Vancouver, into Kelowna. 6 31A Conservancy New Denver 31 1-888-937-8538 Nelway (Nelson) - open 8am to midnight Burton New DenverSandon 22 Silverton Skookumchuck Premier Waneta (Trail) - open 9am - 5pm 97C To Kelowna 6 Kaslo Top of the Kelowna Kokanee Lake Park World 43 Fauquier Valhalla St Mary’sTrickle Creek 43 Paterson (Rossland) - open 24 hrs Needles Fauquier Glacier 31 6 Kokanee Kokanee Springs AlpineGolf Resort Wasa Park Sparwood Getting Here 33 Ainsworth Cascade 33 EdgewoodLower Glacier RiondelGolf Resort 95 Sparwood map Slocan HotAinsworth Springs 95 by Road (Christina Lake) open 8am - midnight Granby 95A 93 Hot Springs Kootenay Bay Kimberley 93 3 In the north, the TransCanada Hwy #1 Balfour Kimberley Fort Steele Heritage Town 3 Balfour Crawford Bay Golf Club St Eugene 3 Osoyoos - open 24 hrs KokaneeGolf Creek Course Park Gray Creek follows the route of the Canadian Pacific Winlaw Gray Creek Golf Resort Arrow Norbury Lake Winlaw 3A Procter Pass Bootleg Railway through four of Canada’s National LockhartLockhart Park Fernie To Lethbridge West Arm Creek Gap Golf Cranbrook Fernie Parks, connecting Calgary with Vancouver Nelson Kootenay Creek Cranbrook 93WildstoneMount Fernie Fernie Golf Penticton Granite Pointe Park and the coast. Ferry Crossings West Arm Boswell Shadow Jimsmith Golf Course & Country Club at Nelson Lake Park Wardner Jaffray Year-round & a free service DriveBC.ca Drewry Point Park Kianuko Mountain Cranbrook 93 A less travelled southern route, Hwy #3, Lake Syringa Park 3A Moyie Lake Park 3 3A Kianuko Golf Club 6 serves travellers from southern Alberta, Kootenay Lake: Highway 3A 3 Castlegar Lake CastlegarCastlegar the southern Okanagan Valley and From Balfour, 6:30am to 9:40pm 33 3Golf ClubYmir Kikomun 3 Sirdar Creek Park Vancouver. Ports of entry on the Canada/ From Kootenay Bay, 7:10am to 10:20pm Gladstone 3 To Vancouver Nancy Birchbank GolfChampion Salmo 95 Waterton US border allow access from Spokane, Crossing time: 35 minutes Oliver Greene Lakes 3 Lakes Redstone Golf Resort3B Park 6 3 3 93 Ph: 250-229-4215 To Vancouver Park 3B Akamina-Kishinena Washington; Coeur d’Alene, Idaho; Kettle River 3B Trail Gilnockie Recreation area Fruitvale 3 CrestonCreston Creston Greenwood ChristinaChristina LakeL. 3 3 L. Koocanusa Roosville Kalispell, Montana & points south. WarfieldTrail Montrose Stagleap 2121 Golf Club Yahk Park Roosville Harrop: Highway 3A 3 GrandGolf Forks Club Rossland Waneta Rykerts Kingsgate Kingsgate Christina Lake Paterson Waneta Park Across Kootenay River to communities Grand Paterson Forks 22 22A NelwayNelway 95 Glacier of Harrop & Procter 22 1 37 Eureka Drive Times Crossing time: 5 minutes Northport (drive times are approximate)  On demand 24 hours 97 395 25 31 Rossland/Trail to Castlegar 30 min Ph: 250-229-5650 Castlegar to Nelson 40 min Bonners Ferry Bonners Ferry Nelson to Crawford Bay 30 min + ferry Upper Arrow Lake: Highway 23 Tiger 2 37 20 Tiger 93 Crawford Bay to Creston 1 hr + 15 min From Shelter Bay, 5am to midnight WASHINGTON IDAHO MONTANA Creston to Cranbrook 1 hr + 15 min From Galena Bay, 5:30am to 12:30am Crossing time: 20 minutes Republic Cranbrook to Fernie 1 hr + 10 min Republic Colville 2 Whitefish L. Ph: 250-265-2105 Cranbrook to Kimberley 20 min 20 95 ColumbiaColumbia Legend Priest Lake FallsFalls Kimberley to Fairmont 1 hr + 10 min Arrow Park: Highway 6 Whitefish Multi-Lane Highways 20 Libby Whitefish Fairmont to Radium 30 min Junction of Upper & Lower Arrow Lakes 20 Major ToHighways Bellingham Libby 21 IDAHO MONTANA Radium to Golden 1 hr + 10 min From west side, Seasonal Roads BRITISH 25 395 97 COLUMBIA Evergreen Golden to Revelstoke 2 hrs 5:10am to 12:05pm; 2:30pm to 9:20pm Gravel Roads & Highways KOOTENAY SandpointSandpoint Kalispell Revelstoke to Nakusp 1 hr + ferry From east side, Ferries Vancouver ROCKIES Nakusp to Castlegar 2 hrs 5am to noon; 2:15pm to 9:10pm Cities Newport Calgary Calgary to Golden 3 hrs Crossing time: 5 minutes Towns Portland Seattle 2 56 Sommers WASHINGTONCANADA Calgary to Fernie 3 hr + 30 min Ph: 250-265-2105 Villages Spokane Pend Oreille L. 2 Montreal Camping within Parks BRITISH Lethbridge to Fernie 2 hr + 30 min Minneapolis lower Arrow Lake: Highway 6 National Parks U S A Toronto COLUMBIA Kamloops to Revelstoke 2 hr + 40 min 41 2 Mountain From Fauquier: 5am to 10pm Provincial Parks Pacific New 231York 395 2 95 Time KOOTENAY Kelowna to Revelstoke 2 hr + 50 min 97 173 San Francisco Salt Lake City Chicago Atlantic From Needles: 5:15am to 9:45pm Daily Air Service Ocean Ocean Vancouver ROCKIES Kelowna to Rossland 4 hrs 1 200 Crossing time: 5 minutes International Border 174174 Pacific Calgary Spokane to Nelson 4 hrs Los Angeles Time Portland Seattle Shuttle Service: 10pm – 5am Spokane CANADA Spokane to Rossland 3 hrs © RMV Publications Ltd. Montreal Ph: 250-265-2105 Wilbur Hayden Spokane to Cranbrook 4 hrs U S A Minneapolis 28 Wilbur Houston 231 Toronto – Coeur d’d'Alene Alene Pacific New York – 4 2 SpokaneSpokane San Francisco Salt Lake City Chicago Atlantic 5 To Seattle To Seattle Miami Ocean 200 Davenport 90 Ocean 90 93 90 Kellogg MEXICO Los Angeles Mexico City Kellogg Cheney Houston

Miami MEXICO Mexico City The British Columbia’s Kootenay Mountain Rockies Playground. Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, Purcell Mountains; Claire Dibble photo

In the southeastern corner of British Columbia, the jagged peaks of the Rockies rise in parallel with those of the Purcell, Selkirk and Monahsee ranges. In between are valleys, rivers and lakes that have enabled human existence for thousands of years. With incomparable scenic beauty around every turn, this, is British Columbia’s Mountain Playground.

6 – – 7 Major rivers include the Kootenay and the Columbia, North America’s fourth largest, which, from its source in the Rockies, circumnavigates the region in a wide arc. Tributaries such as the Kicking Horse River, Elk River and Salmo River generate some of the best whitewater conditions on the continent.

In the midst of this monumental landscape, geography, geology and his- tory have conspired to create utterly charming Victorian small towns.

This is the birthplace of adventure tourism. Picture Victorian men and women, devoid of high-tech clothing, roped to Swiss mountain guides as they traverse the icefields of Glacier National Park.

Today, visitors come to the Kootenay Rockies for a rich palette of recre- ational activities that includes world-class hiking, biking, climbing, river The Birthplace rafting, paragliding, canoeing, wildlife viewing and golfing. Typically, July and August are the best months for most outdoor activi- of Adventure ties, and for lazy days at the beach. Count on a fabulous display of fall colours, and any time of year is great for a soak in the hot springs.

And, if you just want to enjoy the view, there is no shortage of tranquility in these mountains and valleys. As playgrounds go, this one is big.... Lardeau River Adventures

8 – – 9 parks - national & provincial

From a pristine freshwater environment on Kootenay Lake to the highest peaks of the Kootenay Rockies, Canada’s national treasures are protected forever in provincial and national parks.

Yoho and Kootenay national parks, together with Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park, have been recognized by UNESCO for their ‘outstanding universal value’, and are included in the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks UNESCO World Heritage Site.

With over 75 provincial parks distributed throughout the Kootenay Rockies, you’ll find roadside picnic spots to vast areas of unspoiled wilderness, and everything in between. Experience family-friendly camping, children’s playgrounds, beaches, hiking trails, rock climbing, boating, fishing and so much more.... Yoho National Park, Wapta Falls, Rocky Mountains; Dave Best photo

10 – – 11 PROVINCIAL PARKS

British Columbia has an impressive inventory of Provincial Parks and the Kootenay Rockies has more than its fair share. Check the map on page 4 for location of all regional parks and KootenayRockies.com for information on each and every one of them.

Rogers Pass Discovery Centre, Glacier National Park; Andrew Penner photo

NATIONAL PARKS YOHO NATIONAL PARK GLACIER NATIONAL PARK The word Yoho is a Cree expression of awe - the perfect A century ago, the diverse landscape of this region was description for this stunning 1,313 sq kilometre (505 an awesome challenge for the builders of the Canadian sq mi) national park with its 28 mountain peaks which Pacific Railway. Today it offers visitors a unique mixture

reach more than 3,000 metres towards the sky. of ice and mountain, beauty and challenge. Andrew Penner photo • Heritage Attractions - the Spiral Tunnels, which were cut • Rogers Pass, site of the largest controlled avalanche through the parks mountains to make way for the railroad; area in North America, has been designated a National Takakkaw Falls, with a free fall of 254 metres; the Natural Historic Site to commemorate the history of this national Bridge, where the Kicking Horse River has carved its way transportation corridor. through solid rock and Emerald Lake, famed for its jade- • Hiking Trails – Because half of this park is above coloured waters. treeline, visitors can hike almost any of the many trails • Walcott Quarry & Stephen Fossil beds Hike - Parks and experience alpine tundra where, for a few weeks in Canada Heritage Interpreters lead seven hikes weekly summer, the meadows burst into a sea of flowers. MOUNT REVELSTOKE NATIONAL PARK ELK LAKES PARK – challenging & educational. www.pc.gc.ca, www. Located right next door to Revelstoke, Mount North of Elkford and nestled in the front ranges Reservations.ParksCanada.gc.ca, 1-877-737-3783 Revelstoke National Park is a place of incredible of the Rocky Mountains. contrasts. The 260 square kilometre (100 sq mi) park • A delicate sub-alpine area of outstanding landscapes, is known for its spectacular subalpine wildflower natural lakes and remnant glaciers meadows and rugged peaks. • The park offers hiking trails, wildlife viewing and Nipika Mountain Resort borders Kootenay National Park • Meadows in the Sky Parkway – The peak of Mount backcountry camping. and offers guests a recreational playground right out Revelstoke can be reached by travelling this 26 km (16 mi) the front door of the luxurious lodge and cabins. Nipika is a remarkable eco lodge inviting guests to parkway, which takes you through a dense rain forest of GOAT RANGE PARK retreat, relax and recreate. Easy access to mountain cedar and pine, subalpine forest and meadows. In the Selkirk Mountains near Kaslo along Highway 31. biking, hiking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking or rafting. Or just sit on the porch and watch the wildlife graze. • Nature Trails – Along the TransCanada Highway, the • This 78,947 hectare park is a large protected wilderness Giant Cedars and Skunk Cabbage Trails offer the chance area critical in maintaining the natural habitat for species to experience the parks’ lush interior rain forests and such as grizzly bear, mountain goat & woodland caribou. beautiful wetlands. • There is a rustic vehicle access camping area at Gerrard. KOOTENAY NATIONAL PARK MCDONALD CREEK PARK Set in the Rocky Mountains of southeastern British Highway 6, 10 km south of Nakusp on Arrow Lake. Columbia, Kootenay National Park is a 1,406 square • A holiday destination for swimming, boating & fishing. kilometre (543 sq mi) land of startling contrasts. • This park features several kilometres of sandy beach, 1-877-647-4525 Kootenay National Park is an area of incredible waterfront sites and open grassy meadows. [email protected] www.Nipika.com scenery and abundant wildlife. • Marble Canyon - a steep and fascinating self-guided MOYIE LAKE PARK nature trail that crosses a narrow gorge eroded by the South of Cranbrook waters of Tokumm Creek. A connector trail from Marble • Day use area, boat launch and 111 site campground and Canyon leads 3.2 km the Paint Pots. public access to Moyie Lake. find divine seclusion private cabins and • Swimming, windsurfing, sailing, boating, wildlife and bird and blessed luxury in inspired dining. • Stanley Glacier Hike - Parks Canada Heritage Interpreters watching & a variety of fishing experiences enhance our rocky mountain 1.866.619.6442 lead three weekly guided hikes to this recently discovered hide-away. cathedralmountain.com. fossil site. 1-877-737-3783 www.pc.gc.ca this park. www.Reservations.ParksCanada.gc.ca • Pictured above. 12 – – 13 2 38 45

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Vermilion 16 HOT SPRINGS 22 14 Leduc 14 39 & WELLNESS 21 2 20 Camrose 26 Most hot springs in Canada occur in British Columbia. And, the Kootenay Rockies is blessed with nu- 13 13

Wetaskiwin 16 Our merous hot springs ranging from wonderful resorts to wilderness backcountry pools. Soothe your spirit 13 Mount Robson warmth Provincial 2A in the legendary natural mineral pools – take thePark family, take a friend or simply take care of yourself. 56 For additional pampering and therapeutic experience, visit a day spa or wellness retreat. comes naturally. Jasper 53

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Hot springs by major roads • Campground and cedar chalet accommodation is See ads pg 15 or 17 for the applicable Hot Springs listings available, just a short walk from the hot springs, as well as · Open Year-Round hiking & biking trails through beautiful old growth forests. · Campground open May 1 to mid-October AINSWORTH HOT SPRINGS · Affordable accommodation at the Cedar Chalets NAKUSP HOT SPRINGS Hot Naturally RADIUM HOT SPRINGS · Visit the new footbridge crossing the Kuskanax Creek to explore the natural surroundings Chalets & Campground • A full-service resort and four-season escape located on Kootenay National Park the west shore of Kootenay Lake. • Set amidst the spectacular rock walls of Sinclair Canyon, 1-866-999-4528 8500 Hot Springs Road, nakuSp the dramatic scenery and soothing waters of the springs • The naturally hot, mineral waters flowing from the mystical [email protected] nakuspHotSprings.com combine to rejuvenate. cave will restore your spirit. • The property also includes the Pleiades Spa, restaurant and gift shop. CANYON HOT SPRINGS Between Glacier & Mt. Revelstoke National Parks • The resort offers a natural mineral hot pool, a swimming BACKCOUNTRY HOT SPRINGS pool and lodging. BUHL CREEK HOT SPRINGS • Open all summer until late-September. Near Canal Flats • Small Creekside hot springs are found off the Skookum- FAIRMONT HOT SPRINGS chuck Forest Service Road – best to visit in the summer. Our warmth comes naturally FORDING MOUNTAIN • A full-service resort offering lodge & RV park (Sulphur) WARM SPRINGS accommodation, day spa and adventure centre. Elkford • The property also includes 2 world-class golf courses • Sulphur Springs is a naturally, warm spring hidden in forest and ski resort. and known for its smell as much as the healing properties Radium Hot Springs some believe the water has. Tricky to find; take the Line Kootenay National Park HALCYON HOT SPRINGS Creek Road. Open daily, year-round parkscanada.gc.ca/hotsprings Ancient Healing Waters Await HALFWAY RIVER HOT SPRINGS • Set alongside the Arrow Lakes, Halcyon Hot Springs is a Nakusp place of recreation and wellness. Sources thermales • Access to these hot springs can be a challenge - found Radium • Summer or winter, there’s a hot pool, warm pool, cold off a steep trail that starts at the end of an old road that pool, childrens pool, day lodge, spa, restaurant, lounge, branches off the Halfway River Road. The main pool is a Parc national Kootenay overnight accommodation and activities. wooden structure about 2 metres (6 ft) wide and 1 metre Ouvert tous les jours, toute l’année deep. parcscanada.gc.ca/sourcesthermales NAKUSP HOT SPRINGS Relax. Refresh. Return. LUSSIER HOT SPRINGS 250-347-9485 • The quaint hot springs are situated in a beautiful mountain Whiteswan Lake Provincial Park setting, with creeks rushing by & trees to shade your eyes. • These popular wilderness hot springs are easily accessed down a wooden stairway. There are several pools among boulders next to the Lussier River. 16 – – 17 Revelstoke, Grizzly Plaza; Andrew Penner photo

The communities we live in

Every town and city in the Kootenay Rockies has a fascinating story to tell, Along your travels, discover the rare scenic beauty and warm, friendly people. Hike the trails of mountain parks or wander the streets of quaint downtowns. Follow one of the Circle Routes that winds its way through the region – you’ll discover wonderful attractions and adventures.

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GOLDEN 5. 100 km (60 mi) of mountain biking trails Kicking Horse Country Plus lift-serviced biking and hiking at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort – Trail Maps available at Visitor Centres. 7 1 888 244 7117 | 250 348 2235 www.wetlandsadventures.com Surrounded by national parks, three mountain ranges 6. Rafting & Kayaking and at the confluence of two historic rivers, there’s no The Kicking Horse River is world-class and renowned wonder the town of Golden is renowned for outdoor rec- as the Whitewater Gem of the Canadian Rockies. reation. Just about everything is offered – mountain bik- Choose from action packed adventure trips to relaxing ing, kayaking, whitewater rafting, sky diving, para-glid- interpretive floats. ing… There’s also an abundance of wildlife, scenery, 7. Wildlife viewing history and real-life characters of this mountain town to The Columbia Valley Wetlands, Reflection Lake, captivate you and keep you coming back. Edelweiss Slough and Moberly Slough are favourite birding spots. And the Grizzly Bear Refuge offers THINGS TO SEE & DO IN GOLDEN Interpretive Tours and guaranteed sightings! 8. World’s Largest Paddle 1. Arts, Culture & Heritage Certified by the Guinness World Records, the paddle is Enjoy the vibrant cultural scene… the town of Golden scaled up to over 60 feet – perfect for a 78 foot giant! is blessed with an abundance of artisan studios and Check it out in Parson, just south of Golden at the galleries. Pick up a self-guided brochure at the Visitor Columbia Wetlands Adventures property. Centre explore along the Heritage Walking Tour. 9. Yoho National Park 2. Eagle’s Eye Restaurant Located along the western slope of the Continental Canada’s most elevated dining experience – take the Divide, this park offers a number of wonderful natural gondola to the top of the mountain and turn lunchtime attractions such as the Spiral Tunnels, Emerald Lake, into an adventure. Natural Bridge and Takakkaw Falls. 3. Farmers & Artisan Markets See National Parks pg 10 Wednesdays & Saturdays during the summer. You’ll find homemade pies and samosas, artisan wares, locally F IND OUT MORE ABOUT GOLDEN grown produce, woodwork and exotic plants, live music British Columbia Visitor Centre @ Golden and more. 111 Golden Donald Upper Road 4. Kicking Horse Pedestrian Bridge 250-344-7711 The longest free-standing timberframe bridge in Canada. [email protected] During the summer, free Summer Kicks Music Concerts TourismGolden.com tourismgolden.com take place on selected evenings. 20 – – 21 Photo Courtesy Parks Canada, Craig Douce photo Andrew Penner photo Topher Donahue photo

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RADIUM HOT SPRINGS Find Your Peace 5. Gateway to Kootenay National Park The Highway 93/95 junction is the southern entrance 5 7 The Village of Radium Hot Springs lies at the southern to Kootenay National Park offering several points of entrance to Kootenay National Park. The hot pool facili- interest. ties are located in Sinclair Canyon, just a couple of min- 6. Mountain Biking Trails utes inside the park boundary. People come here not only This area is home to some great cycling: Old Coach for the hot springs but also for the excellent golf courses Trail, Sinclair Creek & Steamboat Mountain Trails, Nipika in the area. Radium Hot Springs also offers many hiking Cross River Canyon Trails (See ad page 12). A number opportunities, whitewater rafting adventures and scenic of biking events also take place such as the Kootenay floats. Major events for the village include Wings Over Krusher – Saturday, June 6. Experience the Rockies (May 4-10), the Classic Car Show (Sept 19) and 7. Nearby Bugaboo Provincial Park Music & Market on Main, Friday and Saturdays during Situated in the Purcell Mountains, this park continues to the summer. draw climbers from around the world to its airy, glacier- it here… sculpted granite spires. THINGS TO SEE & DO IN 8. Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep RADIUM HOT SPRINGS & Headbanger Tours A famous attraction for Radium Hot Springs – tours 1. Chainsaw Sculptures by Rolf. take place in the Fall during the sheep’s head banging in The home of a thousand faces; many of Rolf’s sculptures activities. are done by a unique carving toll – the chainsaw. 9. Soak in the therapeutic Radium Hot Springs pools. Radium Boutique 2. Columbia Valley Wetlands Dramatic scenery and soothing water to rejuvenate. Style Marshes adjacent to the Columbia River between Golden See ad page 17. Vacation and Invermere form one of the largest contiguous Hot SpringsESCAPE TO wetlands in North America.. Rentals F IND OUT MORE ABOUT 3. Cultures in Contact RADIUM HOT SPRINGS Culture & history of Ktunaxa Nation & Anatomy of Land Radium Hot Springs Visitor Centre exhibit is offered at the Visitor Centre. Highway 95, 7556 Main Street East 4. Extensive range of visitor services year-round 1-888-347-9331 a variety of restaurants, shops and accommodation from [email protected] 1.888.711.escape(3722) campgrounds to full-service resorts. RadiumHotSprings.com www.cobblestonecreek.ca 22 – – 23 Experience Lakeside Living Golf, Boat, Relax, Dine, Live - Resort Style Scott Rowed photo Jenn Dykstra photo

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4. Foodies INVERMERE ON THE Tour Kicking Horse Coffee, Arrowhead Brewery or the 7 Farmers Market Saturday mornings downtown during LakeWindermerePointe.com LAKE & PANORAMA July & August. Fairmont Hot Springs Resort hosts the MOUNTAIN resort East Kootenay Wine Festival every November. 5. Greywolf Golf Course columbia Valley A world-class property located high in the alpine at Panorama Mountain Resort; it serves up one of the finest Invermere on the Lake is a small, friendly town situated mountain golf experiences. on the shores of one of the warmest lakes in the region. Spend the day at the beach or on the water, but take time 6. Hiking & Mountain Biking to explore the quaint shops and galleries in town. Minutes Panorama Bike Park offers chairlift accessed hiking & west of Invermere, also connected by daily shuttle in July biking, terrain for all abilities and top-line bike rentals. Invermere showcases Swansea Mountain – its upper and August, Panorama Mountain Resort is all about play. flanks are steep and rocky, making for some burly riding Kids will love the waterpark, waterslide and adventure off the top. The views down the valley are incredible. camps. Grown-ups will enjoy the hot pools, shops, restau- rants, the Greywolf golf course & the perfect setting. 7. Lake Windermere A beach and boating haven – kayak, sail, waterski, swim, play – this area is a magnet for the sun crowd. THINGS TO SEE & DO Watersports rentals and excursions available. 1. A hands-on look at History 8. Lakeside Event The Windermere Valley Museum consists of 10 buildings Watch hangglider and paraglider pilots soar through the furnished with pioneer artifacts. air and attempt their water-landing contest. An excellent spectator sport – takes place on August 8 at James 2. Browse the many Artisan Studios & Galleries. Chabot Park. Downtown & on the mountain and throughout the 9. Learn the history of Explorer David Thompson Columbia Valley – Check out local artist studios for Invermere on the Lake… Quaint town, relaxed and authentic with lodging options, shops, great restaurants, cafés, galleries, He first visited this area in 1807. A beautiful monument is pottery and wood design at the Artisan Corner in beaches, watersports , golf and more... Exceptional Value lodging and family packages set at Invermere’s Pothole Park. Panorama Mountain Village… Windermere. including Kids Camp! Experience… Mile One scenic chair rides, downhill mountain biking, Greywolf Golf course, rafting, ATVing, 10. Pynelogs Cultural Centre Springs Pools, waterslide, restaurants and more… 3. Family packages and Value lodging This heritage building hosts exhibits, concerts, gallery Great vacation packages are offered at both Panorama shows and workshops. Mountain Resort and downtown properties. Book your vacation now! InvermerePanorama.com 24 – – 25 columbia valley continued

11. Fairmont Hot Springs 18 km (11mi) south on Hwy 93/95. A full-service, family oriented resort offering a wide range of activities & experiences including adventure centre, spa, natural hot springs and three golf courses. See ad page 15. 12. Tilley Memorial Park At the south end of Columbia Lake, in the community of Canal Flats, this park has a boat launch, picnic area and beautiful public beach. Views of Columbia Lake; Destination BC/Dave Heath photo 13. Windermere Fall Fair & Scarecrow Festival Every September, Come for a fun-filled day of Kari Medig photo entertainment: market, kids zone of games and activities, great food and displays from local interest groups & artisans.

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT 1 the columbia valley Columbia Valley Visitor Centre 651 Highway 93/95 KIMBERLEY 250-342-2844 5. First Saturdays Events [email protected] A Good Place To Be From May to October, all day Arts & Culture celebrations Invermere-Panorama.com take place on the first Saturday of each month. CVChamber.ca The city of Kimberley is set in an exquisite location on the western slope of the valley. This former mining town 6. Marysville Falls & Eco Park has recreated itself as a tourism destination, complete Lovely boardwalk along Mark Creek to the falls. The with championship golf courses, ski resort and an un- Park displays a Westslope Trout sculpture celebrating derground railway that takes visitors into the Sullivan the return of this fish species to the creek. Mine. Kimberley also includes one of Canada’s largest 7. Nature Park municipal Nature Parks – almost 2,000 acres of hiking An extensive network of trails criss-cross a natural and mountain biking trails! You’ll also enjoy downtown forested landscape – Maps available at the Visitor Kimberley, The Platzl, it’s an outdoor pedestrian mall Centre. with many restaurants and shops. 8. NorthStar Rails to Trails The former railway between Kimberley and Cranbrook THINGS TO SEE & DO IN KIMBERLEY has been converted into a paved 25 km (15mi) multi-use trail – now a part of the TransCanada Trail. 1. Canada’s largest free-standing Cuckoo Clock 9. Overnighting choices range from on-mountain is in the Platzl Condos and vacation homes to downtown hotels and the Put a coin in and out comes Happy Hans. beautiful Riverside Campground. See ad pg 28 2. Cominco Gardens 10. Underground Mining Railway Enjoy the pathways, seating area and acres of gardens Explore Kimberley’s amazing mining history; the railway filled with thousands of colourful blossoms and giant will whisk you through the Mark Creek Valley – fun for larch trees. the whole family. See ad pg 28 3. Farmers Market It’s time for fresh food from local farms and food FIND OUT MORE ABOUT KIMBERLEY producers, plus crafts from local artisans – downtown, Kimberley Visitor Centre Thursdays, 5-7:30pm. 270 Kimberley Avenue 4. Fine Food 1-778-481-1891 Kimberley boasts a great selection of dining options [email protected] from Japanese and German restaurants, to a Wood-fired TourismKimberley.com Pizzeria and Craft Brew Pub. 26 – – 27 kimberley continued

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Try our new 18 hole Putting Course! CRANBROOK Mountains of Opportunity Kari Medig photo Pat Bates photo •Full Service RV Cranbrook is the biggest community in the Kootenay Rockies, the commercial centre for the valley •Tenting •showers and has one of the sunniest climates in Canada! The coming of the railway put Cranbrook on Resort Pool • the map, generated wealth that built the elegant homes of the Baker Hill district and created the •store •internet access context for a superb museum – Train Deluxe, that celebrates the glory days of passenger travel. www.KimberleyCampground.com Nearby Fort Steele Heritage Town is a living museum that recreates the wild west days of the 4 7 1-877-999-2929 1890s, complete with costumed townspeople, wagon rides and live theatre. Another historical attraction is St. Eugene Resort with a boutique hotel, casino and interpretive centre. Cranbrook is a character-filled place which hosts many events – pick up a self-guided City Heritage Tour Map at the Visitor Centre and take some time to explore the city. Andrew Penner photo

Resort Express Train Ride Saturday & Sunday 10:00 a.m. For those who just like to ride the train. www.kumr.ca 4 28 – – 29 The Finest in Canadian Railway Heritage

ReceivedSuperb Nationalwork- Andrew Penner photo Historic Designationmanship infrom 2011 1906 Palace Sleeper “Omenee” the past One of many cars on exhibit. TRAINS DELUXE - The Canadian Museum of Rail Travel - CRanbRook, British Columbia 4 www.trainsdeluxe.com

Whitetail Deer; Andrew Penner photo On Hwy. 3/95 Downtown 250-489-3918 THINGS TO SEE & DO IN CRANBROOK 8. Outdoor Recreation Cranbrook Community Forest offers interpretive nature 1. Arts & Culture trails and birding opportunities. Elizabeth Lake Wildlife Cranbrook has a vibrant and diversified arts community, Sanctuary – pick up a self-guided tour map at the Visitor which encompasses visual, performance and indigenous Centre. TransCanada Trail includes Isadore Canyon, arts. The Key City Theatre is a first-class performing arts, Rotary Way and the NorthStar Rails to Trails – the former conference, cultural centre. And the Studio Stage Door is railway between Cranbrook and Kimberley. home to its Community Theatre. 9. Recreational Complex 9 OPEN 1906 Royal Alexandra Hall 2. City Heritage Tour The Western Financial Place is home to the WHL ALL YEAR Centrepiece of the new facilities See historic residences in the Baker Hill area dating from Kootenay Ice Hockey Team, an Aquatic Centre and next 1888. Pick up a self-guided brochure at Visitor Centre or to the Skatepark. Railway Museum. 10. Trains Deluxe 3. Farmers Market Canadian Museum of Rail Travel, Cranbrook History Late-June until early-October, downtown Saturdays Gallery, Alexandra Hall – check out the finest in 10am-1pm. You’ll find vendors offering fresh product, food Canadian Railway heritage. products, baked goods, handcrafted body care, jewellery and more. F IND OUT MORE ABOUT An experience 4. Fort Steele Heritage Town CRANBROOK of the highest quAlity Once a thriving frontier town, explore this wonderful Cranbrook Visitor Centre family attraction – events, demonstrations, steam train 2279 Cranbrook St N, Hwy rides, gold panning, and more. 1-800-222-6174 5. Kootenay Trout Hatchery [email protected] 30 km (18 mi) SE of Cranbrook - 3 million baby trout Cranbrook.ca are reared here to enhance recreational fishing opportunities. An extensive interpretive area is featured with aquaria and educational displays. EL MOD “A” 6. Ktunaxa Interpretive Centre Have a first-hand look into the life of the Ktunaxa (pronounced k-too-nah-ha) people. Open by located on 320 acres of private property, INN cherry creek estate is the perfect location for your appointment; located in the St. Eugene Resort. private luxury getaway in the Kootenay rockies.

7. Major Events relax in the impeccable combination of european elegance and western hospitality. Sam Steele Days-community event- 3rd weekend in June, Pro Rodeo - 3rd weekend in August, Grand INN | privAte rentAls | CRANBROOK, B.C. Fondo (road cycling) - September xx and Six in the Stix - | Weddings | | corporAte retreAts | (mountain biking) - September 19. Spacious rooms & suites; conveniently located on Highway 3/95. 250.427.4479 1-888-489-4600 www.cherrycreek.ca | [email protected] 30 – – 31 Discover your Kootenay investment opportunity.

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Study Tourism in the Kootenay Rockies!

Choose from several regional campuses offering mountain adventure skills, tourism management, and adventure tourism business operations programs.

Graduates can also work in hotel and resort management, ski operations management, golf management, and culinary arts.

For more info visit www.studytourisminbc.ca 32 – – 33 Dave Best photo Mark Gallup photo

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4. Fernie Alpine Resort FERNIE The legendary Bike Park offers 37 lift-accessed bike Small Town Charm, trails – some of the best in Canada. The resort also an 3 Big Mountain Adventure Aerial Playground with 4 Ziplines & tons of tree top fun. 5. Fernie Bike Guides The largest community in the Elk Valley is also the oldest. For mountain bike coaching, instruction and guiding on Explore Fernie’s downtown core for its treasure of brick the Elk Valley Trails. 250-423-3650 FernieBikeGuides.ca and stone Victorian architecture. Set in the heart of the 6. Fernie Museum & Heritage Walking Tour Rocky Mountains, wilderness adventure begins right at From coal mining to ski resorts, from festivals to union the edge of town. The crystalline Elk River renowned for movements – Explore Fernie’s history and legends. fly-fishing and whitewater rafting, winds its way lazily The Heritage Walking Tour includes over 40 significant through town while the jagged peaks of the Lizard Range, historical buildings. Guidebooks at the Visitor Centre. hold many rewarding trails. Add in a Bike and Aerial park, 7. Fly-fishing and you’ve got all the ingredients for one of Canada’s best The Elk River is world-class and one of the best fly-fishing adventure destinations. rivers in North America. Enjoy the tranquil pleasure of fly- fishing in a pristine wilderness river. THINGS TO SEE & DO IN FERNIE 9. Hiking Trails Fernie is hiking heaven. Discover the many trails such 1. Adventure as Ancient Cottonwood & Old Growth Cedar Historic Fernie is a four-season outdoor adventure town – given Trails. Island Lake offers spectacular hiking in the Rocky the spectacular natural setting, it is a popular place Mountains – leisurely walks on your own or guided for outdoor festivals and races, such as the Fernie3 interpretive hikes. Mountain Bike Stage Race held late-June. 10. Mountain Market & Summer Socials 2. Arts Station Every Wednesday evening at the Station Square, check A turn of the century railroad station converted into a out local arts & crafts, refreshment garden & live music. cultural centre, theatre and gallery – experience Fernie’s vibrant arts & culture. FIND OUT MORE ABOUT FERNIE 3. Culinary Delights Fernie Visitor Centre Fernie offers a wide range of dining opportunities. It’s 102 Highway 3 & 491 Second Avenue also home to an award winning brewery – you may like 250-423-6868 to experience the art of beermaking with a tour. fernie.canada tourismfernie [email protected] TourismFernie.com 34 – – 35 SPARWOOD 6

Yours, Ours and Mine Jomac Photography

The ultimate monster truck, the Terex Titan, stands silently at the entrance to town – a monument to Sparwood’s major industry. Just beyond this alpine community exists a treasure trove of high country adventure - fly-fishing in pristine lakes and streams and hiking & biking on old forestry trails. The com- munity also offers a wonderful 9-hole golf course and the Henry Volkmann Leisure Centre. THINGS TO SEE & DO IN SPARWOOD

1. Coal Miner Days An annual event every June celebrating their heritage with a parade, sport tournaments and street market. Jomac Photography 2. Leisure Centre All season indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, sport courts and childrens programs. 3. Terex Titan Before you take a the Open Pit Mine Tour, get a feel for the gigantic scale of things by checking out the world’s largest tandem axle dump truck. 7 FIND OUT MORE ABOUT SPARWOOD Sparwod Visitor Centre 141A Aspen Drive 1-877-485-8185 ELKFORD [email protected] Wild at Heart areas, a growth of Lodgepole pine stand and along the Sparwood.ca rim of a canyon to a lake. At the lake you’ll find a picnic The most remote town in the region is a scenic 30 minute area and good fishing for rainbow. drive north of Sparwood. Elkford is a popular destination 6. Josephine Falls for a range of outdoor recreational activities, including A stunning cascade of water (25 m / 83 ft) and easily Get intimate with nature. ATV touring, hiking and mountain biking. On Saturdays accessed by a hiking trail. throughout the summer, take a free guided tour of open 7. Open Pit Mine Tours pit coal mining operations in the area. Access to Elk Lakes Board the tour bus at the Visitor Centre (Elkford and and Height of the Rockies provincial parks involves travel Sparwood) and be transported into one of Canada’s on a gravel road further north. most productive steelmaking coal operations. 8. Wildcat Days THINGS TO SEE & DO IN ELKFORD June 26 & 27 - It’s a weekend of fun and games for the whole family including parade, live entertainment and 1. Blue Lake Craft & Trade Show. A great recreation site offering camping and fishing. 9. Wildlife Viewing 2. Elk Lakes Provincial Park Elkford has one of the largest Bighorn sheep populations A true wilderness area surrounded by mountains and on the continent. glaciers named in honour of French leaders. 10. Winter in the Wild 3. Elkford Celebrate winter and the Wapiti Ski Hill, mid-February, is a place where nature prevails, is situated along the with sport tournaments, torch light run, fireworks, Continental Divide and offers a full range of community snowball dance and more. recreational amenities. 4. Height of the Rockies Provincial Park FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ELKFORD Elkford is the closest community when accessing this Walk out our back door into a world untamed. From Xtreme Elkford Visitor Centre park from the south – there are many climbing, hiking, sportsman to simple nature lover... adventurers are living life 750 Fording Drive 1-877-355-9453 fishing and mountaineering opportunities. to its fullest in our mountain playground. Why aren’t you...? [email protected] Explore the wild life... visit Elkford, British Columbia. 5. Hiking Elkford.ca www.elkford.ca Discover the Lost-Lily Lake Trail it leads past marshy 36 – – 37 Wildlife Centre 11 km west of Creston off Hwy 3 Andrew Penner photo

Centre Open May - October Programs & Tours May - August 5 Andrew Penner photo • Guided Canoe & Walking Tours • Hiking & Biking Trails • Wildlife Viewing 5. Tours: Farm, Winery, Artisan, Brewery • Educational Displays CRESTON VALLEY Enjoy a tour, pick your own fruit, browse the many artisan • Science Lab • Gift Shop shops in and around Creston – this is the type of place Kootenay Lake – The East Shore Contact us @ 250.402.6908 that’ll really grow on you! [email protected] The beautiful Creston Valley comprises one of the most 8 6. Glass House – Sanca 40 km (25 mi) south of fertile growing regions in British Columbia. The soft roll- www.crestonwildlife.ca Crawford Bay ing hills south of town are home to artist studios, farms, The designer/architect, retired from the funeral an artisanal cheese maker and vineyards. The famous business, found a practical use for over 500,000 square Kokanee beer is also produced here at the Columbia embalming fluid bottles. Brewery. Travelling north on Highway 3A alongside Starbelly Jam Kootenay Lake, stop at the Glass House, constructed in 7. An annual outdoor music festival held in Crawford Bay 1952. Near the Kootenay Lake Ferry landing is the charm- on the third full weekend of July. ing village of Crawford Bay, you’ll find numerous quaint artisan studios to visit: blacksmithing, weaving, broom 8. Visit Artisans of Crawford Bay making, copper enameling, glass blowing, pottery – it’s Home to a diverse group of craftspeople, most of which are a few minutes walk from each other. Crawford Bay all here! (population 400) also has accommodation, Kokanee Springs Golf Resort, hiking trails and sandy beach. THINGS TO SEE & 9. Gray Creek Sailing Regatta DO IN the CRESTON VALLEY Gray Creek was settled in 1906 and features Kootenay Lake’s oldest general store. The Sailing Regatta takes Creston Historical Museum 1. place in the bay, during the first weekend in September A unique stone house, exhibits, restored schoolhouse, (Labour Day) – a fun event for participants & spectators. steam locomotive. 10. Riondel Museum Creston Valley Wildlife Centre 2. Learn about the early history of Riondel through photos Offering wonderful birding and wildlife viewing and mining operations displays from the Bluebell Mine. opportunities that inhabit the wetlands. See ad pg 39. A historic walkway through the mine site. 3. Farmers Market – May to December Locally made, baked and grown right in the valley. F IND OUT MORE ABOUT 4. Major Events: CRESTON VALLEY Bird Fest, May 8-10 - Help celebrate the amazing Creston Valley Visitor Centre diversity of birds found here. Blossom Festival, 121 Northwest Blvd, Hwy 3 1-866-528-4342 May 15-18 - A fun community event; this year marks [email protected] the 74th annual! CrestonValleyBC.com 38 – – 39 Mount Buchanan Lookout, Kaslo; Lucas Jmieff photo Andrew Penner photo

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2 THINGS TO SEE & DO IN NELSON 7. Outdoor Activities 1. Ainsworth Hot Springs Watersports, hiking, climbing and mountain biking – this Have a soothing soak in the famous hot springs pools funky city offers cool bike shops, shuttle service, dirt-  which includes a horseshoe-shaped cave that used to jump zone, and a strong proactive cycling association. be a mining tunnel. A full-service resort – see ad page: The Great Northern Rail Trail covers 50 km (30 mi)  between Nelson and Salmo.  2. Arts Known as the ‘Best Small Town Arts Community in North 8. Restaurants  America’, you’ll discover numerous artisan studios, In Nelson & Kaslo, every restaurant is within an easy galleries and craft stores. stroll; casual to formal, Japanese to pub fare, wine & brews from regional vintners and brewers. 3. Events The Kootenay Storytelling Festival, Queen City Cruise 9. Streetcar #23 NELSON KOOTENAY LAKE Car Show and the Kootenay Spirit Festival all take place The last survivor of Nelson’s original transit system. Far out. For real. during the month of September. Catch the tramway at Lakeside Park and Prestige Resort.

The Nelson Kootenay Lake area is brimming with a diversity of mountain 4. Farmers Markets 10. Touchstones Museum of Nelson offers a CommunityVisit Touchstones Market Nelson: (Saturdays) Museum and a Art & History & Heritage Tour culture. The mountains here were once alive with Sinixt and Ktunaxa of Art & History First Nations, and then the sounds of miners working their claims, and Downtown Market (Wednesdays) during the summer Experience the art gallery, community museum and – you’ll find everything from locally grown produce to archives. The City Heritage Tour can also begin here: the today you are likely to encounter backcountry hikers and skiers. The rich artisan wares. city itself is filled with trendy boutique shops with some mountain cultures of Nelson, Balfour, Ainsworth Hot Springs, Kaslo and Golf 350 heritage buildings that flourish year-round. the Lardeau Valley boast a vivid past of Victorian architecture, vibrant Explore, Dine and Hike, Bike, Golf, 5. arts scenes and colourful cultural histories. Those unique qualities are Shop Historic Ski, Hot springs, Granite Pointe Golf Club, Balfour Golf Course, Kaslo Golf Baker Street. A true Arts, Markets…. Club – each offer gorgeous views; enjoy a round! F IND OUT MORE ABOUT NELSON matched with world-class outdoor adventure, great dining, shopping & adventure !!  accommodation options. 6. Kokanee Glacier and KOOTENAY LAKE Nelson & Area Visitor Centre Kokanee Creek Provincial Parks Nelson Visitor Centre The Kootenay Lake ferry travels between Balfour and Kootenay Bay – it’s a 225 Hall St. Nelson BC Kokanee Glacier is a rugged wilderness area, one of 225 Hall Street spectacular 35-minute free ride. Allow yourself some extra time to browse Ph: (250) 352-3433 the oldest parks in the province, has 3 glaciers, over 30 1-877-663-5706 Toll Free: 1-877-663-5706 lakes and a premier recreation area. Kokanee Creek [email protected] the shops and eateries at the Balfour Ferry Landing. [email protected] offers two campgrounds, sandy beaches, adventure DiscoverNelson.com www.discoverNelson.com Pho- tos playground and nearby marina. NelsonKootenayLake.com 40 – – 41 What are you waiting for ? Andrew Penner photo

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THINGS TO SEE & DO IN KASLO 5. Saturday Market A wonderful market during the summer at the Front 1. Heritage Attractions: Street Park. Japanese Canadian Museum, Kootenay Star Museum 6. SS Moyie National Historic Site and Langham Cultural Centre (Kaslo), Lardeau Valley The SS Moyie launched in 1898 and operated for almost Historical Museum (Meadow Creek) 60 years. Today, it is beautifully restored and set on the Photo: Nelson BC, Steve Ogle 2. Jazz Etc. Festival shore at 324 Front Street. Every August long weekend – stunning vistas, unique 7. Whitewater Rafting floating state, great acoustics and superb musicians Check out Lardeau River Adventures for an unparalleled combine to create this summer music festival. rafting experience on the pristine Lardeau River – 3. Kaslo River Trails suitable for all ages. See ad pg 43. A scenic riverside ramble (6 km easy), looping the north and south sides of the Kaslo River. The beautiful 30 m FIND OUT MORE ABOUT kaslo golfbalfour.com docknduck.com.ca hotnaturally.com (100 ft) covered bridge, high above the rapids is the half-way point. Kaslo Visitor Centre Nelson • Balfour • Ainsworth Hot Springs • Kaslo • Lardeau • Meadow Creek | British Columbia, Canada 324 Front Street 250-353-2525 [email protected] NelsonKootenayLake.com 42 – – 43 4 Don Weixl photo

2. Heritage Walking Tour ROSSLAND Pick up a tour map at the Visitor Centre and discover 30 Canada’s Alpine Town heritage stone, brick or granite downtown buildings built before 1929. Perched high in the Monashee Mountains, Rossland 3. Mountain Market was the site of one of Canada’s richest 19th century gold Every Thursday evening, all summer long – everything strikes. Today, the easy-going locals and mountain-lovers handmade and grown locally. Sara Rainford photo who flock here, strike gold on the stunning hiking and biking trails. World-renowned 30 km/18 mi long Seven 4. The Rossland Historical Museum There’s tales to tell. This site of the LeRoi Gold Mine, Summits Trail is an incredible ride, well deserving of its displays a collection of artifacts and offers gold panning IMBA Epic Ride status. and a Geology Centre.

THINGS TO SEE & DO IN ROSSLAND FIND OUT MORE ABOUT ROSSLAND 5 1. Gold Fever Follies Rossland Visitor Centre Live musical theatre shows, highlighting the rich gold Highway Junction 22 & 3B mining history of Rossland - held in the restored 1898 1-888-448-7444 Miners Hall. [email protected] TRAIL Rossland.ca Home of Champions 5. Outdoor Recreation The close-knit community of Trail is flanked by the The Trail & Rossland area is home to some of North Monashee Mountains to the west & the Selkirk Mountains America’s top mountain biking and hiking trails. In to the east. A visit to Trail should certainly include a tour addition to the mountain trails, try fishing the mighty of the Trail Museum, the Sports Hall of Memories and Columbia River. the Teck Trail Operations Interpretive Centre – the huge 6. Sports Hall of Memories at the Trail Memorial smelter complex at the heart of this small city has been Centre in operation for more than a century. For great views, live Over 30 cabinets display photos, trophies, uniforms and music, picnic sites and a fine beach to cool off, head to other sports memorabilia. Gyro Park after your day of exploring. 7. Teck Interpretive Centre & Guided Tours Trail is home to one of the world’s largest non-ferrous THINGS TO SEE & DO IN TRAIL zinc and lead complexes. Tours are available weekdays from the Visitor Centre. 1. Arts & Culture VISAC Art Gallery – Creative Activities Centre Society 8. Trail Aquatic & Leisure Centre for the Visual Arts – check out local art exhibits and A popular centre of activity. performances. 9. Trail Museum Make it simple. 2. Columbia Gardens Vineyard & Winery Explore Trail’s history, the museum offers a wealth of A small production winery producing VQA quality wines. artifacts, photos, displays and memorabilia. 5 theme tours at Enjoy The Burl – tasting room and gift shop. 3. Famous Rock Walls FIND OUT MORE ABOUT TRAIL exploreyourtrail.com Choose from 10 routes, from treks to walks – pick up a Trail Visitor Centre self-guided brochure at the Visitor Centre. 200 1199 Bay Avenue Trail Visitor Centre 4. Market on the Esplanade 1-877636-9569 200-1199 Bay Avenue A wonderful downtown market takes place every second [email protected] 1-877-636-9569 Friday during the summer. Trail.ca or 250-368-3144 44 – – 45 Castlegatr Golf Club; Don Weixl photo David Gluns photo David Gluns photo David Gluns photo

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6. Station Museum 1 2 CASTLEGAR Originally the Castlegar Rail Station (100 years old); Confluence of Rivers tour the refurbished caboose and view the 1929 Harley and Cultures Davidson motorcycle. 4. New Denver – Silvery Slocan Museum 7. Summer-long Events SLOCAN VALLEY A two storey heritage building, originally a branch of the Situated at the confluence of the Kootenay and Columbia Art Walk, Concerts in the Park – Wednesday evenings in Sandon, Silverton, New Denver Bank of Montreal. Showcases many exhibits, records, rivers. Although primarily an industrial town, Castlegar Kinnaird Park and Farmers Market – Saturday mornings artifacts and photographs of Slocan Lake area. Unquestionably, the ‘Slivery Slocan’ is one of the most has a strong historical connection to the Doukhobors, a at the Museum. interesting places to explore in the Kootenay Rockies. 5. Valhalla Provincial Park pacifist religious sect that fled Russia in the early 20th 8. Zuckerberg Island Heritage Park With amazing ghost towns, pristine lakes and waterfalls, Touted around the world for it rugged and remote century to make a new life in Canada. Learn more about beauty, it encompasses 30 km (19 mi) along the west Thousands of years ago, the Lakes Salish people spectacular mountain vistas and a poignant history with their culture at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre, Zucker- built winter pit houses here. Sixty years ago, Alexander shore of Slocan Lake. WWII Japanese internment camps, there is a wide range berg Island Heritage Park and Station Museum. Zuckerberg built his unique Russian Orthodox of paths to travel. The many towns and villages such as 6. Silverton Gallery Chapel House. New Denver, Silverton, Slocan, Winlaw and more – offer Originally built as a schoolhouse in the 1900s, today THINGS TO SEE & DO IN CASTLEGAR a glimpse into the mining past of this valley. houses an art gallery and a performance area for FIND OUT MORE ABOUT CASTLEGAR live musical events. This property also includes an Brilliant Suspension Bridge 1. Castlegar Visitor Centre Interpretive Centre, Outdoor Mining Museum and the Take a walk or ride your bike to explore the network THINGS TO SEE & DO 1995 6th Avenue 1-888-365-6313 Fingland Cabin, across the street. of riverside trails that link the recently restored Brilliant [email protected] Castlegar.com IN THE SLOCAN VALLEY 7. Historical Trails Bridge (a national historic site; built in 1913) with nature This area features some outstanding biking and hiking reserves and wetlands on both sides of the Columbia. 1. Sandon trails: Kaslo & Slocan Railway Loop, Slocan Valley Rail Once the capital of the Silvery Slocan in the 1890s 2. Columbia & Western Rail Trail “I came for a week & stayed for a month!” Banks Scott – Vancouver BC Trail and the Galena Trail which includes a cable car ride when Canada’s richest silver mining community grew The former railway from Castlegar to Midway has been over Carpenter Creek. to a population of 5,000. Today, a major heritage ghost converted into a multi-use trail. Beautiful RV Park in a town attraction with CPR Steam Train exhibit, Historic 8. Arts & Culture 3. Doukhobor Discovery Centre Natural Setting Generating Station, Prospector’s Pick General Store, Explore the communities along Highway 6 – you’ll find A reconstructed communal village which includes a Sandon Museum and more. many quaint artisan studios and gift shops. collection of handmade furniture, tools and clothing. 2. Idaho Peak 4. Kootenay Gallery of Art & History A wonderful easy hike showcasing wildflowers, old fire F IND OUT MORE ABOUT SLOCAN The gallery has rotating exhibitions featuring established lookout and great views of Valhalla Mountains and VALLEY Canadian and International artists. Slocan Lake. Trailhead at Sandon. New Denver Visitor Centre (seasonal) stay 5. Sculpture Walk & play New Denver 202 6th Avenue packages 3. Castlegar received the Sculpture Capital of Canada Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre – The only 250-358-2719 designation in 2014. Thirty sculptures from talented GolfCastlegar.com 1-800-666-0324 interpretive centre in Canada dedicated to the history [email protected] artists across North America are installed within and internment of over 22,000 Canadians of SlocanLake.com downtown. A must see! Japanese heritage. 46 – – 47 Andrew Penner photo

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Music in the Park, free concerts on Wednesday evenings NAKUSP at the Community Park gazebo. Historic Hub of the Arrow Lakes 7. Nakusp Museum Over 5,000 artifacts, display of Sinixt stone tools and a During the Silvery Slocan mining boom, this tranquil vil- replica of the sturgeon-nose canoe. lage was a major transportation hub. The town’s museum is packed with artifacts and displays that illustrate this 8. Valkyr Adventures rich history. Today, the village of Nakusp, alongside the Go guided for the best hiking experience – abundant wildlife, alpine meadows, breathtaking views – see ad Monashee Mountain range offers an abundance of hiking this page. and biking opportunities, and services including play- grounds, parks, campgrounds, sandy beach, marina, boat 9. Waterfront Promenade Revelstoke fp launch and of course the wonderful hot springs. Stroll along Nakusp’s Waterfront park – featuring a Japanese Garden and the Spicer Garden. THINGS TO SEE & DO IN NAKUSP 10. Watersports on Arrow Lakes A holiday destination for swimming, boating, jet skiing, 1. Golf Courses water skiing and fishing. Fauquier and Nakusp are both challenging and beautiful nine-hole golf courses. FIND OUT MORE ABOUT NAKUSP 2. Hot Springs Nakusp Visitor Centre Halcyon and Nakusp offer inviting pools that are 92 6th Avenue NW 1-800-909-8819 naturally heated to relax in. Each property also offers a [email protected] range of overnighting options. Halfway River Hot Springs NakuspArrowLakes.com are located in a wilderness setting; accessed via a NakuspHotSprings.com gravel road and hike. 3. Kuskanax Creek Footbridge A covered bridge with seating and glass viewing panels spans the Kuskanax. On a hot day, it’s a great place to spend some time. 4. Leland Hotel The oldest continuously operating hotel in British Columbia. Located downtown along with many shops and restaurants. 5. Mountain Biking Pick up a Trail Map at the Visitor Centre. Trails range from gentle to adrenaline-inducing. 6. Summer-long Events Art Walk. Farmers Market, Saturday mornings downtown.

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Revelstoke is all about the mountains – big, beautiful, 6. National Parks wilderness loaded mountains. Deep below the peaks Glacier Park showcases over 400 glaciers, boardwalks of the Selkirk and Monashee mountain ranges, the city and historic trails. Mt. Revelstoke features lush forests, is a hot spot for backcountry adventure, the gateway to historic ski jump and Meadows in the Sky Parkway. See Mt. Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks and owes its Ntl Parks, pg 12. existence to the railway. The picturesque downtown has 7. Railway Day retained many of its original early 20th century business An event which celebrates Railway history in Canada. 6 3 buildings and hundreds of its heritage homes. The Rail- Takes place mid-September. way Museum is one of the top attractions, many more are 8. Summer-long Events offered in town and a short drive west on Highway #1. Farmers Market, Saturday mornings in the downtown Grizzly Plaza. Summer Street Festival, nightly THINGS TO SEE & DO IN REVELSTOKE entertainment in the Grizzly Plaza. Heritage Explorers, Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Revelstoke Museum – 1. Biking & Hiking a kids educational program. Not far from the downtown core of funky cafes and Explore charming old homes, a splendour of trails awaits 9. Take the TransCanada Highway westbound adventure cyclists. Two of the most notable trails are to find the Three Valley Chateau, The Enchanted Forest, Keystone-Standard Basin and Sale Mountain. SkyTrek Adventure Park, Crazy Creek Waterfalls & Suspension Bridge and Beardale Miniatureland. The 2. Canyon Hot Springs and Play small settlement of Craigellachie is a historic site, The resort offers a natural mineral hot pool and a famous for the point where the last spike on Canada’s swimming pool. Open all summer until late-September. For all kids big and small! first trans-continental railway was driven, joining the 3. Enchanted Forest & Skytrek Adventure Park part from the west. An outstanding family attraction – jungle gym, climbing 10. More Attractions: wall, adventure tower, BC’s tallest tree, paddle Sky Visit the BC Hydro facilities and learn more about boats – something for the young, young at heart and the Revelstoke Dam or enjoy sightseeing with scenic adventurous. See ad pg 51. gondola rides at Revelstoke Mountain Resort. 4. Heritage Downtown adventure park Pick up a Walking Tour Map at the Visitor Centre and F IND OUT MORE ABOUT Check out our website Check out our website explore Revelstoke’s downtown. There’s also a Heritage Trail featuring interpretive panels and scenic views, near REVELSTOKE Centennial Park. Revelstoke Visitor Centre Scan this QR code Scan this QR code 5. Museums 301 Victoria Road West 1-800-487-1493 There’s many to pick from: BC Interior Forestry Museum, [email protected] Firehall Museum, Nickelodeon Museum, Railway SeeRevelstoke.com Museum, Revelstoke Museum and Rogers Pass National 1.866.944.9744 Historic Site. 50 – – 51 Free Breakfast Fitness Centre Kitchen/Refrigerator Pets welcome Accessibility Support Free Breakfast Fitness Centre Kitchen/Refrigerator Pets welcome Accessibility Support

Pool/Hot tub Pool/Hot tub Restaurant Restaurant Packages Packages Internet Internet accommodations A/C Spa A/C Spa AINSWORTH HOT SPRINGS St. Eugene Golf Resort & Casino • • 1-866-292-2020 & campgrounds Ainsworth Hot Springs Resort Misson Rd near airport. – Historic resort, • 1-800-668-1171 interpretive centre, casino, golf. Highway 31 – A full-service resort. [email protected] [email protected] StEugene.ca HotNaturally.com CRAWFORD BAY Ainsworth Motel 250-229-4711 Kokanee Springs Resort • • Highway 31 – View of Kootenay Lake and 1-800-979-7999 steps away from the hot pools. 16082 Woolgar Road [email protected] Lodge, Villas and luxury Big Bend Cottages. AinsworthMotel.com [email protected] KokaneeSprings.com Mermaid Lodge & Motel • • 1-888-229-4963 CRESTON 4622 North St. Located next to Ainsworth Hot Springs. City Centre Motel • [email protected] 1-250-428-2257 TheMermaidLodge-Motel.com 226, 15th Ave North – Clean, comfortable, affordable & convenient location. BALFOUR [email protected] CityCentreMotel.ca Dock’N’Duck Pub, Family Grill & Lodge • • 250-229-4244 FAIRMONT HOT SPRINGS Highway 3A – Waterfront timberframe lodge apartment-style suites near golf & hot springs. Fairmont Hot Springs Resort & RV Park • • [email protected] 1-800-663-4979 DockNDuck.ca Highway 95 – Four season resort, hot

springs, lodge, cabins & RV sites. CASTLEGAR [email protected] FairmontHotSprings.com Sandman Hotel Castlegar • 1-800-726-3626 FERNIE 1944 Columbia Avenue Meeting facilities, pool and hot tub. BW Plus Fernie Mtn Lodge • [email protected] 1-866-423-5566 SandmanHotels.com Hwy 3, next to golf course Beautiful property with meeting facilities. CHRISTINA LAKE [email protected] BestWesternFernie.com Sunflower Inn B&B 1-877-378-0526 Fernie Slopeside Lodge • 159 Alpine Road 1-800-258-7669 Beautiful waterfront log home with spa. 5339 Ski Hill Road [email protected] On-mountain and recently renovated. SunflowerinnBB.com [email protected] SkiFernie.com CRANBROOK Island Lake Lodge • BW Cranbrook Hotel • 1-888-422-8754 250-417-4002 Mt. Fernie Provincial Park Road – Secluded Highway 3 – Deluxe furnishings & amenities beautiful lodge, gourment dining & outdoor rec.

including waterslide. [email protected] [email protected] IslandLakeResorts.com BestWestern.com Raging Elk Adventure Lodge Bull River Guest Ranch • 250-423-6811 250-429-3760 6th Avenue Fort Steele-Wardner Road – Open Apr to Oct. Fernie’s base camp to adventure. Activities horseback riding, fishing, volleyball. [email protected] [email protected] RagingElk.com BullRiverGuestRanch.com Redtree Lodge • • Heritage Inn Hotel & 1-800-977-2977 • • Highway 3 – Great value, bike & ski friendly Convention Centre David Gluns photo 1-888-888-4374 accommodation.

Highway 3 – Full-service hotel and [email protected] convention centre. RedTreeLodge.com [email protected] Resort of the Canadian Rockies • • HeritageInn.net 1-800-258-7669 Central Reservations – From economy to Model A Inn • 5-star lodging, on-mountain or in town 1-888-489-4600 [email protected] Highway 3 North – Located near SkiRCR.com/Vacations restaurants, shopping & Tim Hortons. [email protected] Snowvalley Motel & RV Park

Model-A-Inn.com 1-877-696-7669 Prestige Rocky Mountain Resort • • Highway 3 250-417-0444 Affordable family suites, motel & RV park.

Highway 3 South [email protected] Full-service resort & convention centre. SnowValleyMotel.com [email protected] PrestigeHotelsandResorts.com FIELD Sandman Inn Cranbrook Cathedral Mountain Lodge • • 1-866-619-6442 1-800-726-3626 Yoho Valley Road Highway 3 South A deluxe mountain lodge & cabins. Comfortable rooms and suites. [email protected] [email protected] CathedralMountain.com SandmanHotels.com 52 – – 53 Free Breakfast Fitness Centre Kitchen/Refrigerator Pets welcome Accessibility Support Free Breakfast Fitness Centre Kitchen/Refrigerator Pets welcome Accessibility Support Free Breakfast Fitness Centre Kitchen/Refrigerator Pets welcome Accessibility Support Free Breakfast Fitness Centre Kitchen/Refrigerator Pets welcome Accessibility Support

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GOLDEN NELSON SILVERTON TRAIL BW Mountainview Inn The Adventure Hotel • • Blue Sky Resort BW Plus Columbia River Hotel • • 1-250-344-2333 • • 250-352-7211 250-358-2362 1-800-465-6682 1024-11 Street N 616 Vernon Street – A hip heritage property 8021 Lower Galena Farm Rd. 1001 Rossland Avenue – Convenient Deluxe accommodation & family-size rooms. in the heart of downtown. Log cottages in secluded park-like mountain location; meeting & banquet facilities. [email protected] [email protected] setting above Slocan Lake. [email protected] BestWestern.com AdventureHotel.ca [email protected] BestWesternBC.com BlueSkyResort.ca Prestige Inn Golden • Prestige Inn Nelson • 250-344-7990 250-352-3595 TransCanada Hwy #1 – Deluxe rooms, suites, 1301 Front Street lounge, liquor boutique. A French country-style boutique hotel. [email protected] [email protected] PrestigeHotelsandResorts.com PrestigeHotelsandResorts.com campgrounds INVERMERE Prestige Lakeside Resort • • 250-352-7222 Convenience Pets Store welcome Pool/Hot tub Convenience Pets Store welcome Pool/Hot tub Copper Point Resort • • 701 Lakeside Drive – Full-service resort, 1-855-926-7737 marina, convention centre. 30/50 amp service 30/50 amp service 760 Copper Road [email protected] Invermere’s newest full-service golf resort. PrestigeHotelsandResorts.com Flush toilets Playground Sani-station Flush toilets Playground Sani-station [email protected] Pull-thrus Pull-thrus Internet Showers Internet Showers CopperPointResort.com RADIUM HOT SPRINGS Tenting Tenting High Country Properties • • Bighorn Meadows Resort • Vacations Rentals 1-877-344-2323 1-800-665-1801 Luxury suites nestled in the centre of the CASTLEGAR NELSON Offering more than 300 homes, condos & Springs Golf Course. [email protected] Castlegar Golf Club & RV Park Nelson City Campground cabins in the Valley. [email protected] BighornMeadows.com 1-800-666-0324 250-352-7618 HighCountryProperties.com 1602 Aaron Rd – Camp next to the golf 90 High Street – Close to Nelson’s BW Plus Prestige Inn • course and enjoy the restaurant deck. downtown core. Lake Windermere Pointe Resort • 250-347-2300 [email protected] [email protected] 1-866-822-2666 7492 Main Street GolfCastlegar.com Nelson.ca On Lake Windermere; at Fireplaces, balconies with BBQs. James Chabot Park. [email protected] ELKFORD RADIUM HOT SPRINGS InvermereResort.com BestWestern.com LakeWinderemerePointe.com Elkford Municipal Campground Canyon RV Resort Cobblestone Creek Lodging Co. • 250-865-4019 250-347-9564 Panorama Mountain Resort • • 1-888-711-3722 A river-front campground minutes 5012 Sinclair Creek Rd/Hwy 95 1-800-663-2929 4868 Riverview Drive – Fully-equipped from downtown. Hot springs pools and golf next door. Hostel, luxury townhome, condos, boutique-style vacation homes. [email protected] CanyonRV.com hotel units. [email protected] Elford.ca/camping [email protected] CobblestoneCreek.ca PanoramaResort.com GOLDEN Kootenay National Park Nipika Mountain Resort Redstreak Campground-oTENTiks KASLO 1-877-647-4525 Golden Golf Club RV Park 250-347-9505 – oTENTiks available to Settlers Road – Hand-built log cabins 1-866-727-7222 rent; a cross between a tent and cabin. Kalso Hotel & Pub • bordering Kootenay National Park. 576 Golf Course Drive [email protected] 250-353-7714 [email protected] Hookups and easy access to activities. 7500 Redstreak Campground Rd. Luxury heritage accommodation downtown. Nipika.com [email protected] ParksCanada.gc.ca/Kootenay [email protected] GolfGolden.com/facilities/rv-park

KasloHotel.com REVELSTOKE Radium Valley RV Resort KASLO 250-347-9715 Mulvehill Creek Wilderness Inn 7274 Kootenay Park Drive KIMBERLEY and Wedding Chapel Mirror Lake Campground A full-service resort 1 km north of Radium. Mountain Spirit Resort • • 1-877-837-8649 250-353-7125 [email protected] 1-877-432-6006 Highway 23 Hwy 31, N of Ainsworth RadiumValleyVacationResort.com Stemwinder Drive Situated on a peninsula on Arrow Lake. A lakeside campground 25 km N Condo suites &hotel rooms on-mountain. [email protected] of Ainsworth. REVELSTOKE [email protected] MulvehillCreek.com MirrorLakeCampground.com MountainSpirit.ca Canyon Hot Springs Resort BW Plus Revelstoke KIMBERLEY 250-837-2420 • • Northstar Mountain Village Resort 1-855-837-2043 Highway #1 • • 1-877-233-3307 1925 Laforme Boulevard Kimberley Riverside Campground Tenting, cabins and chalets. Gerry Sorensen Way A new hotel, minutes to downtown & golf. 1-877-999-2929 [email protected] 5 km up St Mary Lake Road Deluxe condo suites on-mountain. [email protected] CanyonHotSprings.com [email protected] RevelstokeBestWestern.com Spacious private sites near St.Mary River. NorthstarMountainVillage.com [email protected] Lamplighter Campground Sandman Inn Revelstoke KimberleyCampground.com 250-837-3385 Trickle Creek Lodge • • • • 1-800-726-3626 1760 Nixon Rd. 1-800-258-7669 1901 Laforme Boulevard– Conveniently NAKUSP Walking distance to downtown Revelstoke. Stemwinder Drive – At Kimberley Resort, located, 2 indoor pools and 24 h restaurant. [email protected] Montana’s; next to Trickle Creek Golf Resort. [email protected] Nakusp Hot Springs & Campground LamplighterCampground.com [email protected] SandmanHotels.ca 1-866-999-4528 8500 Hot Springs Road NW TrickleCreekLodge.com Williamson Lake Campground Top Hat Terrace Vacation Rental Shaded sites along the creek and 1-888-676-2267 NAKUSP 1-855-728-5288 steps from the hot pools. 1817 Williamson Lake Road Hwy #1, Three Valley Gap – Year-round NakusHotSprings.com Full service campground with sandy beach Halcyon Hot Springs Village & Spa prime location for multiple activities. • Nakusp Municipal Campground and mini-golf. 1-888-689-4699 [email protected] [email protected] 250-265-1061 Highway 23 – Cottages, cabins, RV park, ToHatTerrace.com WilliamsonLakeCampground.com camping, alongside Arrow Lake . 314 8th Ave NW – Treed campsites at the [email protected] Prestige Mountain Resort • • heart of Nakusp & near beach. TRAIL Halcyon-HotSprings.com 250-362-7375 [email protected] Downtown – Full-service resort; loung, bistro NakuspCampground.com City of Trail RV Park & designer suites. 1-877-636-9569 [email protected] Highway 3B PrestigeHotelsandResorts.com Steps away from shopping mall. [email protected] Trail.ca 54 – – 55 #exploreBC

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