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Located in the southeast corner of British Columbia, the area is filled with natural, clean and uncrowded activities. This area of the interior of BC is also christened with rich landscapes teeming with diversity. Lakes, valleys, mountains and friendly cities and villages are ready for exploration.
For its length and limitless opportunities, the Mountains & Vineyards suggested driving route with itinerary, reigns supreme. The 1,250 km / 775 mile circle route is a wonderful trip where you will discover pristine orchards, beautiful vineyards that hug the rolling hills and family-run farms.
Taste the bounty of this fertile land. Experience the best of local offerings, from farm-fresh produce to artisan-crafted wines and spirits. In the warm evening glow, settle into a quaint property where locally-inspired food will win your heart.
The Kootenay Rockies is British Columbia’s Mountain Playground.
Incomparable scenic beauty is waiting to be explored around every corner – crystal clear rivers, lakes and waterfalls, mineral hot springs and snowcapped mountain peaks. Outdoor adventures here are epic. The area is one of Canada’s pre-eminent destinations for hiking, mountain biking and whitewater rafting.
There are also all kinds of world-class attractions; visit restored heritage towns, a grizzly bear refuge, ride a mountain coaster … have a ziplining experience, visit an aerial park, Via Ferrata, Canada’s highest suspension bridge … and the list goes on and on.
Tour the Kootenay Rockies and enjoy all this mountain playground has to offer!
For a free Kootenay Rockies Road Trips map-brochure, please email your name with mailing address to Info@KootenayRockies.com
Where is the Kootenay Rockies?
The Kootenay Rockies region is located in the southeast corner of British Columbia. The region borders the province of Alberta and the U.S. border, and includes four national parks – Yoho, Kootenay, Mount Revelstoke and Glacier as well as over 75 provincial parks. The Rocky Mountains rise in parallel with the ranges of the Purcell, Selkirk and Monashee (Columbia Mountains). The region covers 58,000 square kilometres of the province.
How many Hot Springs Resorts are scattered throughout the region?
The Kootenay Rockies region is home to six wonderful hot springs resorts: Ainsworth (Nelson), Canyon (Revelstoke), Fairmont (Invermere), Halcyon (Nakusp), Nakusp and Radium Hot Springs. All are open year-round with the exception of Canyon Hot Springs Resort which operates seasonally: June to mid-September. Natural mineral hot springs soothe, inspire and rejuvenate.
Why is the region known as British Columbia’s Mountain Playground?
Outdoor adventures in the Kootenay Rockies are epic. The area is one of Canada’s pre-eminent destinations for hiking, mountain biking and whitewater rafting. The many spectacular golf courses are all about mountain views, rugged topography and beautiful golf holes. The birth of heli-skiing took place in the Kootenay Rockies as was snowcat skiing, and the region boasts 8 alpine resorts and many more winter experiences. There are also all kinds of wonderful attractions including theme parks, exploring the rich history and arts & culture for the Kootenay Rockies.
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