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Thu, April 11, 2024

A Road Trip of a Lifetime: Kootenay Rockies Hot Springs

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and embark on a scenic road trip through the breathtaking Kootenay Rockies. Explore...

Wed, March 20, 2024

Adventures for All: Accessible & Adaptive Sports Road Trip

No matter your comfort level or dream destination, there are plenty of ways to begin your adventure. The Kootenay Rockies’ operators offers a wide...

Thu, March 7, 2024

Explore Our Vibrant Arts & Culture Scene

The vital arts and culture scene in the Kootenays is a treasure trove waiting to be uncovered! Dive deeper into the unique narratives woven...

Wed, March 6, 2024

How to be a Purposeful Traveller

Thank you for visiting! While you are here, we want you to have an incredible time exploring the southeast corner of British Columba. For...

Thu, January 18, 2024

Funky Finds on the Powder Highway

With over 7.2+ million acres of terrain to be conquered, we suggest multiple visit to the Powder Highway to experience it all! It is...

Tue, January 16, 2024

Kootenay Winters: Why We Love Them

THE POWDER HIGHWAY Just the name alone conjures up images of steep, powder-filled alpine bowls, historic ski towns and residents united in their passion...

Fri, January 5, 2024

Getting into Hot Water: Kootenay Hot Springs

Looking to add some serious pampering to your Kootenay Rockies road trip? Don’t miss out on the incredible experience of visiting one (or more!)...

Tue, December 26, 2023

72 Hours in Nelson this Winter

Lakeside Nelson is the basecamp for Whitewater Ski Resort, one of best ski alpine resorts on the Powder Highway. Located on the West Arm of Kootenay Lake, Nelson reigns as...

Tue, October 31, 2023

Waters of Wellness: Kootenay Hot Springs

It’s truly enchanting how everything begins beneath the surface. The immense pressures and temperatures beneath the ground work their extraordinary magic on the flowing...

Thu, July 13, 2023

Kootenay Fun Facts

Known as BC’s Mountain Playground (in the southeast corner of British Columbia) we are renowned for natural, clean, uncrowded activities and experiences that reflect...

Tue, May 23, 2023

Where to Learn More About the Ktunaxa's Rich History

The pristine rivers, lakes, waterfalls, beaches, mineral hot springs, alpine meadows and snow-capped mountains of the Kootenay Rockies region are primarily the traditional territory...

Tue, May 16, 2023

We Are All Connected

With over 10,000 years of documented archeological history, a language that is a rare linguistic isolate unrelated to any other language, as well as...

Tue, May 2, 2023

Connect with the Indigenous Culture in the Kootenay Rockies

Q̓api Ktunaxa Sukiⱡq̓ukni kin wamiⱡkiⱡ ʔamakʔis / All Ktunaxa are happy you are here – Welcome Venturing through the mountains and valleys of the...

Tue, March 28, 2023

Kootenay Ambassadors: Mindful Explorers

It’s that picture-perfect Kootenay day.  The sun’s rays filter through the forest, alpine lake shimmers with the gentle waves of the breeze.  In the...

Thu, March 23, 2023

Keeping the Kootenays Natural

We all love the Kootenay Rockies for its unique towns, friendly locals, and laid-back lifestyle. But what sets the Kootenays apart is the incredible...

Tue, September 27, 2022

The Indigenous Connection to Our Natural Hot Springs

Q̓api Ktunaxa Sukiⱡq̓ukni kin wamiⱡkiⱡ ʔamakʔis / All Ktunaxa are happy you are here – Welcome There is nothing quite like the feeling of...

Thu, September 1, 2022

4 Quirky Communities along Kootenay Lake

One unique fact about Kootenay Lake is it never completely freezes in the winter, so at any time during the year, you could enjoy...

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