Regional District of Central Kootenay

British Columbia

Along the shores of New Denver BC.
HMS Moyie
On the shores of Kalso BC. The beach is a bit rocky but there's plenty of space to relax and have a picnic on your travels. There's a small tourism BC house next to the beach along with a boat museum to visit.
The West Kootenay Scenic Route is incredible when heading north to Kamloops. You will have wild views of the mountains and animal encounters. Surrounded by millions of Ponserosa Pines which feel like your trapped in a snow globe during the winter. 

While in the area make sure to also check out the beaches of Nakusp BC. A swimmable mountain rimmed lake in the summer that will melt all your troubles away.
Along the shores of New Denver BC

Popular cities in Regional District of Central Kootenay

Nelson featuring snow, mountains and snow skiing
Nelson
Known for Lakes, Skiing and Scenery
This picturesque town in the foothills of the Selkirk Mountains has superb ski resorts, watersports, heritage architecture and a thriving arts scene.

Reasons to visit

  • Whitewater Ski Resort
  • Baldface Lodge
  • Kokanee Creek Provincial Park
Castlegar showing a lake or waterhole
Castlegar
Known for Skiing, Hiking and Art
Once a settlement for Russian immigrants, this mountain town at the confluence of two rivers features hiking trails, bike paths and gorgeous river valley views.

Reasons to visit

  • Kootenay Gallery
  • Doukhobor Discovery Centre
  • CPR Station Museum
Friends wating for ferry boat. Upper Arrow lake. Columbia River.  Selkirk and Monashee Mountains.  Keenleyside Dam. Castlegar. Revelstoke. British Columbia. Canada.
Nakusp
Known for Hot springs, Relaxing and Dining
Come to relaxing Nakusp and enjoy its hot springs, food, and natural setting.

Reasons to visit

  • Nakusp Municipal Beach
Kaslo featuring a lake or waterhole
Kaslo
Known for Lakes, Excursions and Mountains
Outdoor fun, history and fresh air sum up this charming lake-side town with spectacular views of the Purcell and Selkirk mountains in British Columbia.

Reasons to visit

  • Fletcher Falls
Aerial Panoramic View of Small Town, Creston, during a sunny and cloudy summer day. Located in the Interior of British Columbia, Canada.
Creston
Known for Friendly people, Family-friendly and Bird watching
Trip time! Discover the festivals, forests, and opera in quaint Creston.
Panoramic View of Christina Lake during a sunny fall season day. West Kootenay, British Columbia, Canada.
Ainsworth Hot Springs
Known for Hot springs, Lakes and Friendly people
Get away to trendy Ainsworth Hot Springs! Enjoy the hot springs, mountains, and coffee.

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