November 26, 2020
As champagne powder starts to blanket the Kootenay Rocies, the mountains begin to lure us with their call. Along the Powder Highway, ski resorts, backcountry... Read More
November 24, 2020
Your trip to the Powder Highway is booked, and you’re craving an experience beyond the local ski resorts. But before committing to a multi-day adventure... Read More
November 17, 2020
As snow settles over the mountains and valleys in the Kootenays, winter enthusiasts journey along the Powder Highway in search of deep pow, cozy mountain... Read More
November 12, 2020
IT'S COLOSSAL! After polling all of the alpine, cat, heli and most of the backcountry lodges - we found out that it is GIGANTIC! 7,204,315+ ACRES (2,915,485+... Read More
November 10, 2020
Meet Ryan Bavin. Based in Invermere, Ryan has a passion for the outdoors, mountain photography and glass art. He is lucky enough to spend almost... Read More
November 3, 2020
The POWDER HIGHWAY is "the road" to a one-of-a-kind adventure! Located in the southeastern corner of British Columbia, also known as the Kootenays (by the locals),... Read More
October 26, 2020
With fall in the Kootenay Rockies rapidly changing to early winter, snow is prominently visible on all of the mountains in the Kootenays (and in... Read More
September 29, 2020
With four national and more than 75 provincial parks in the Kootenay Rockies feature mountains, lakes, ancient fossil fields, old-growth rainforests and alpine meadows renowned... Read More
September 15, 2020
Social distancing in the Kootenay Rockies' backcountry is easy - since many of our mountain communities have a small local population and our wilderness is... Read More
September 1, 2020
Giant snow-covered peaks, thunderous waterfalls and crystal clear rivers and lakes characterize this mountain playground. It’s perfect for backcountry adventures like heli, cat and downhill... Read More
July 27, 2020
Memories are made in the mountains. And there’s no better place to spend time with your family and make new memories than in one of... Read More
July 20, 2020
Dust off Grandpa’s old hiking boots and pick up a pair for the kids. There’s no better place for a family hiking trip than the... Read More
July 9, 2020
This national park that connects Radium Hot Springs to Banff, turned 100 on April 21, 2020. The park began as eight kilometres (5 mi) of... Read More
July 6, 2020
Our regional tourism businesses are beginning to re-open for local residents and visitors to experience in a safe and responsible manner, but it’s still not... Read More
June 29, 2020
The Kootenays is the perfect place to enjoy an adventure on and off the beaten track. Here's the top 5 unique experiences encompassing the huge... Read More
June 19, 2020
The open road is calling to you and, being the adventure lover you are, you're all set to lay down tracks in British Columbia. You... Read More
June 15, 2020
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
June 11, 2020
The face of Kootenay travel has changed a lot over the years, defined by sudden, 'tipping-point' shifts in how industry and travellers traverse this mountainous... Read More
June 8, 2020
These awe-inspiring views of water frothing and churning in mossy canyons is a natural state wonder! In the art (or adventure) of chasing waterfalls, the... Read More
June 1, 2020
There's a certain feeling that you get from summiting a peak. Whether it's a quick stroll to gain a 360° view or a physical feat... Read More
May 25, 2020
Only in the Kootenays will you find some of the most unique, historic, cultural and quirky attractions found in the world! These fascinating gems hold... Read More
May 21, 2020
Rewind 135+ years ago to a time when British Columbia was lured into joining Canada with a promise of a transcontinental railway. In 1880, the... Read More
May 11, 2020
The region, in the southeast corner of British Columbia, includes natural, clean, uncrowded activities and experiences that reflect the Kootenay mountain lifestyle and culture in... Read More
May 4, 2020
# 1 -- Easy: Vicky's View (Nakusp) Seated placidly on the banks of Upper Arrow Lake, the town of Nakusp has straddled the watery divide between... Read More
April 13, 2020
Domes, rail cars, treehouses, yomes and yurts are just some of the unique accommodations in the Kootenay Rockies, perfect for an off-the-beaten-path stay on a Kootenay... Read More
April 6, 2020
To aspire to hike to the top of Fisher Peak (2,845 m/9,335 ft.) near Cranbrook/Kimberley, Mt. Begbie (2,733 m/8,967 ft.) in Revelstoke, Mt. Burgess (2,599... Read More
March 16, 2020
It is March, and typically in the Kootenay Rockies it means an end to big powder dumps and time to reflect on snow free trails... Read More
January 31, 2020
As the snow billows up over the hood of your machine, and you are hit in the face by a soft, cold powder, the sensation... Read More
January 28, 2020
You're familiar with the skiers' ultimate dream: a solid day on the mountain followed with relaxing with your ski buds in hot water. In the... Read More
January 24, 2020
Located in the southeastern corner of British Columbia, the Powder Highway refers to the area that boasts the highest concentration of alpine resort, backcountry, cat, heli... Read More
January 17, 2020
It's 4:00 am and I am wide awake. I am so excited and anxious I have barely closed my eyes all night. The eight-hour road... Read More
January 16, 2020
Often regarded as heli-skiing's poor cousin, snowcat skiers were once content with dorms, shared bathrooms and passable grub as long as the powder was deep.... Read More
January 13, 2020
Like true Canadians, we take our winter in stride - but we take them outside. Since we have a true-love for the outdoors, hibernating is... Read More
January 7, 2020
The Whiteway on Lake Windermere is the World's Longest Skating Path, a 34-km (21 mile) groomed track that runs all the way around the lake and... Read More
January 6, 2020
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 home... Read More
December 11, 2019
Cody Cave Tours owner Lee Hollis (photo below) has been taking adventurers into Cody Caves near Ainsworth for the past seven years. Lee and his... Read More
December 6, 2019
"...and gold-bright there Stands Valhall [sic] stretching wide..." from Grimnismol: The Ballad of Grimnir, part of the age-old oral tradition of Norse mythology [caption id="" align="alignnone" width="1350"] Ullr creative by... Read More
December 5, 2019
"Kootenay winters are the best because the snow is amazing, backcountry options are endless, and the mountains still blow my mind after eight years of... Read More
December 3, 2019
"Welcome to The Powder Highway"! Maybe you're travelling from the east, looking for soft snow covering quad burning pitches. Or you're coming from the west, looking... Read More
November 29, 2019
Growing up I was fortunate to have a remarkable ski hill in close proximity to me. It truly introduced me to my love and passion... Read More
November 20, 2019
The story of RED Mountain and Rossland go way back into the history books. Once a mining territory (1890) to hosting the very first downhill... Read More
November 14, 2019
**What's new for the 2019/20 Winter Season** As the evenings grow deeper alongside the snowbanks, it's time to trade in those shallow, happy-go-lucky summer traditions for... Read More
November 5, 2019
It was Hans Gmoser who made snowy adventure in the wild a reality. In 1965, the maverick mountain guide flew six skiers deep into the... Read More
September 25, 2019
Most people are familiar with the annual show put on by the maples of Eastern Canada, but the Kootenays have their own, equally stunning autumn... Read More
September 4, 2019
Glamping: if you haven't heard of the trend that took off several years ago, let's get you clued in. Glamorous camping = glamping. The term doesn't... Read More
July 23, 2019
If your idea of a Sunday drive includes scenic highways and the occasional bird-call, it's time to take it to the wilds; Kootenay Rockies-style. Shift... Read More
July 11, 2019
The Kootenays hold colossal secrets -- the kind that end in a discovery you'll want to share. And while some of the secrets listed below... Read More
July 8, 2019
Are you up for a challenge? Good - the Kootenays are ready for you, too. From mountain biking to white-water kayaking, all throughout this mountainous... Read More
July 2, 2019
Opening a secluded lodge was their life-long dream! However, when they settled on their ideal location - the southeast corner of British Columbia they couldn't... Read More
May 23, 2019
The road less travelled highlights many of the area's finest attractions and activities in the Kootenays as we follow Highway 23/6 from Revelstoke to Nelson,... Read More
May 21, 2019
Here are our tips from a few Kootenay local explorers: "Always take a headlamp into the backcountry. There are a hundred reasons you might get caught... Read More
May 14, 2019
Open to cyclists, runners and trekkers; the 25-km paved trail from Invermere to Fairmont Hot Springs parallels the local Westside Road. The 'new' Westside Legacy... Read More
May 3, 2019
Revelstoke Mountain Resort is promising a hand-waving -- and hair-raising -- wild ride with North America's first Brandauer Mountain Coaster... known by the locals as... Read More
April 24, 2019
Your pet is not just a pet, they are part of your family. Yes? Let's find out how much you have taken that to heart... Read More
March 26, 2019
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
March 11, 2019
Looking for a new experience this spring? From secluded glamping to high-end hotels, here are 10+ new accommodation options in the Kootenays (as of 2019). BED... Read More