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A Road Trip of a Lifetime: Kootenay Hot Springs

December 4, 2025

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

Getting into Hot Water: Kootenay Hot Springs

November 19, 2025

Heat up your Kootenay road trip by adding a splash of "ahhh"! Dare to discover not one, but multiple Kootenay Hot Springs along your route.... Read More

From the Headwaters: The Columbia River

November 6, 2025

PART 1 The rich history of Miȼ̓qaqas ʔakinmit̓uq / Columbia River as it is known in the Ktunaxa language, and its tributaries - have long served... Read More

Where Water Leads: Tales from the Columbia River

November 5, 2025

PART 2 Where Water Leads, follows the flow of the Miȼ̓qaqas ʔakinmit̓uq / Columbia River from Radium Hot Springs to Golden, Kinbasket Lake and Revelstoke. The... Read More

Life from the River: Journey the Columbia River

November 4, 2025

PART 3 Life from the River, follows the flow of the Miȼ̓qaqas ʔakinmit̓uq / Columbia River from Revelstoke to Nakusp, Fauquier, Castlegar and Trail. The Columbia... Read More

Beautiful Seats within Nature

July 17, 2025

Experience exceptional seats designed to bring you closer to the beauty of nature. If you are attending the FIFA World Cup 26™ in Vancouver in... Read More

Hike Among Giants in the Kootenays

June 2, 2025

The Kootenays is home to numerous groves of ancient, old-growth trees. These invaluable forests, typically exceeding 500 years in age, offer unparalleled hiking and biking... Read More

We Are All Connected

May 30, 2025

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 an... Read More

Welcome to the Ktunaxa Homelands

May 29, 2025

Hu sukiⱡquknaⱡaʔni kin wakiⱡ ʔamakʔis Ktunaxa – translation “Welcome to the Ktunaxa Homelands”. The ancient lands of the Ktunaxa (pronounced as ‘k-too-nah-ha’) people, have loved the... Read More

Connect with the Indigenous Culture in the Kootenay Rockies

May 26, 2025

Q̓api Ktunaxa Sukiⱡq̓ukni kin wamiⱡkiⱡ ʔamakʔis / The Ktunaxa are happy you are here - Welcome Venturing through the mountains and valleys of the Kootenay, within... Read More

5 Tips to Travel Preparedness

May 20, 2025

Travelling responsibly provides an array of advantages such as reducing environmental footprints, advocating for local communities, safeguarding cultural heritage, and cultivating profound experiences. Inland Temperate Rainforest... Read More

Self-Propelled Backcountry Lodge Summer Experiences

May 15, 2025

In the majestic alpines of the Kootenays, our Powder Highway backcountry lodges are primely positioned to deliver unparalleled snowy adventures with epic powder ski touring,... Read More

Accessible Trails in the Kootenay Rockies

May 13, 2025

Many thanks to all of the dedicated trail builders and volunteers, the Kootenays are full of world class trails for all who wish to roam... Read More

Accessible & Adaptive Sports Road Trip

May 6, 2025

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

Out Your Back Door: Kootenay Community Treks

May 1, 2025

We come by our beauty naturally with BIG mountains - the Canadian Rockies, Purcells, Selkirks and the Monashees and vast valleys in-between these ancient mountain... Read More

Recharge: Kootenay Wellness Retreats

April 30, 2025

With the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, taking time out for ourselves is more important than ever.  Lucky for you, the Kootenays, within... Read More

Kootenay Mountain Music Festivals

April 3, 2025

Engaging in the rhythm, you passionately dance to the resonating beats. As vibrant lights grace the crowd from above, tie-dyed shirts and lively beach balls... Read More

Follow BC's Hidden Route - The Slocan Valley

March 25, 2025

It's time for an escape along BC's hidden route! The unbeaten path offers many remarkable hidden gems in the Kootenays on the road less travelled.... Read More

Golden - At the Heart of 6 National Parks

March 6, 2025

Nestled in the impressive Columbia River Wetlands and flanked by the Canadian Rockies to the east and the Purcells to the west, Golden is a... Read More

Harmony with Nature - Wildlife Viewing Tips

February 4, 2025

Since time beyond the reach of memory, the homelands of the Ktunaxa People were ruled by spirit animals. Today the Ktunaxa nation protects their homelands and... Read More

Hold a 500 Million Year Old Fossil in Your Hand: Burgess Shale Guided Hikes

January 30, 2025

Discover the fossils of Burgess Shale, preserved for over 508 million years in Kootenay and Yoho National Parks. These extraordinary fossils from the pre-dinosaur era... Read More

Charting a Course for Adventure - Hiking the Rockwall Trail

October 10, 2024

Introducing the Rockwall Trail in Kootenay National Park - an iconic multi-day hike in the Canadian Rockies UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Get ready for an... Read More

Experience Unique Thrills & Pure Family-Fun Attractions

June 19, 2024

Summer is here! Pack your bags, gather your family, and hit the road to experience the best that the Kootenays has to offer. Adventure awaits!... Read More

Adventure Meets Nature – Hiking in our National Parks

June 11, 2024

Embrace the thrill of nature by conquering the trails in our National Parks. Unleash your spirit of adventure and trek across our majestic parks –... Read More

Beach Vacations in the Kootenay Rockies

May 28, 2024

The Canadian Rockies and Columbias (Purcells, Selkirks, and Monashees) form the breathtaking backdrop for the Kootenay Rockies. These majestic mountain ranges (and subranges) are matched... Read More

Outdoor Adventures: Unique to the Kootenays

May 20, 2024

This summer, challenge yourself to experience summer outdoor adventures in unexpected ways. While the quality of our hiking & biking experiences are well known, there are... Read More

Best Summit Hikes in the Kootenays

May 18, 2024

Summiting a peak is more than an experience it’s a rush of pure exhilaration, rewarded with sweeping 360° views that stretch as far as the... Read More

Kootenay Ambassadors - Mindful Adventurers

May 17, 2024

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 distance,... Read More

Easy Kootenay Hikes: To 360 Degree Vista Views

May 14, 2024

To aspire to hike to the top of Fisher Peak (2,845 m/9,335 ft.) near Cranbrook, Mt. Begbie (2,733 m/8,967 ft.) in Revelstoke, and Mt. Burgess... Read More

Guided Paddle Adventures in the Kootenays

May 10, 2024

When the summer temperatures skyrocket and you find yourself drawn to wide-open lakes and the flow of the rivers, the Kootenay Rockies are here waiting... Read More

Keeping the Kootenays Natural

May 6, 2024

We all love the southeast corner of British Columbia for its unique towns, friendly locals, and laid-back lifestyle. But what sets the Kootenays apart is... Read More

Get Informed - Before your Wild Adventure in the Kootenays

May 3, 2024

Proper planning, prevents poor performance. This timeless adage is as relevant to our precious holiday time as it is to a job interview or workplace. ... Read More

How to be a Purposeful Traveller

May 1, 2024

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

Follow the Trail: Kootenay Hiking Adventures

April 29, 2024

Some of the most spectacular Kootenay landscapes are also some of the most fragile.  In  high alpine basins and on soaring ridges vegetation clings to... Read More

Colossal Things to See & Do in the Kootenays

April 22, 2024

The Kootenays hold colossal secrets -- where every corner holds a grand revelation awaiting your discovery. They may be familiar to some, but there's always... Read More

4 Quirky Communities along Kootenay Lake

April 15, 2024

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

Hidden Waterfalls in the Kootenays

April 12, 2024

These awe-inspiring scenes of water frothing and churning through moss-covered canyons are among nature’s most remarkable spectacles. In the art - or adventure - of... Read More

Craving the Refreshing Flavours of the Kootenays

April 9, 2024

Does the warm summer sun leave you craving the refreshing taste of a cold craft beer on a shaded lakeside patio?  Does your perfect vacation... Read More

Big Adventures in our Mountains

April 5, 2024

If you had to pick one defining feature that makes the Kootenays special, it would be hard to argue with our incredible mountain ranges -... Read More

Escape to the Mountains

April 3, 2024

Slip off your shoes and settle in for an evening of relaxation at one of the Kootenay's secluded mountain getaways. Tuck yourself away deep in... Read More

Everything is Local

March 19, 2024

In the Kootenay, residents and visitors alike share our mountain playground. Work and play is a must with our tourism providers. While out exploring -... Read More

Cast a Line: Fishing on the Rivers & Lakes in the Kootenays

August 9, 2023

Imagine yourself standing in the middle of a remote stretch of river, fly rod in hand, evening sun glistening off the ripples of the water. ... Read More

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