EMERALD LAKE AND NATURAL BRIDGE
Turquoise lake, located 36 km west of Lake Louise, on the Emerald Lake ...Read more
WAPTA FALLS
The most imposing waterfall of the Kicking Horse River, with 30 meters high ...Read more
YOHO NATIONAL PARK
Read moreThe CPR line of railway was the cause of many accidents, due to the 4% slope on the west side of the Rocky mountains, inside the park. In 1909, in order to remedy the situation, Canadian Pacific built two tunnels with a total length of 1 859 m. Over 300 km of trails cross the park's territory, but the conditions of the park's access are often very difficult. As a result, some accesses, such as that to Takakkaw Falls, are often closed in winter and do not reopen until June. In Cree language, "takakkaw" means "wonderful", because of its 254 m falls. Mount Goodsir, 3 562 m, is the highest in the park. Another of its wonders is Emerald Lake, covered by ice most of the year. It really is worth the detour for its beautiful colour. Several marked walks are possible around the lake, including Emerald Lake Loop and Hamilton Falls. O'Hara Lake is another jewel of the park, to the point that its access is controlled. To reach it, you can walk (13 km) or take the car for it ($ 15 + $ 12 for reservation). Along 8,2 km long, the Yoho Glacier Moraine Trail arrives at the Twin Falls. The most courageous will continue on the Whaleback Trail and will be rewarded with a splendid view of the glaciers. Consider asking park employees the opening times of the bridge that gives access to the bridge.
LAKE O'HARA
Lake O'Hara is a fragile alpine area in the heart of the wilderness.Read more
RADIUM HOT SPRINGS
Read moreOne of the most popular attractions in the region is located south of Kootenay National Park, 3 hours from Calgary. After a long hike or a day of skiing, this is the ideal place to relax your muscles in warm natural water straight from the mountains. It is possible to buy a day pass allowing you to combine hiking and thermal bath as you wish. Hiking trails are available on site, including the one that provides access to Sinclair Canyon. Picnic tables are also available.
KOOTENAY VALLEY VIEWPOINT
The Kootenay Valley is a place of exceptional contrasts and spectacular ...Read more
CANYON MARBLE
The Marble Canyon Trail offers nice views of the raging river and the ...Read more
FIREWEED TRAIL
This short interpretive trail has spectacular views of the valley.Read more
PAINT POTS
Paint Pots are deposits of ochre, a reddish-orange earth used as a dye by ...Read more
TOUTES LES INFORMATIONS SUR LA REGION
Read moreDifferent addresses in Golden, Castlegar, Cranbrook, Creston, Elkford…
COLUMBIA RIVER WETLANDS
The Columbia River marshes, extending 144 km south of the city of Golden, ...Read more
MOUNT ROBSON PROVINCIAL PARK
Mount Robson Provincial Park offers day and multi-day hiking and overnight ...Read more
HIKING
Read moreThe tourist centre provides free maps of the surrounding paths and trails. A few railways are now used for hiking, walking or cycling, such as the Burlington Northern Rails-to-Trails System. To the northeast of Nelson, you can discover the Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park.
COLUMBIA RIVER
Read moreThird largest river in North America in terms of flow. Stretching from British Columbia to the state of Oregon, the Columbia River Treaty was signed in 1964 between the Canadian and American governments to build dams to limit flooding. Among all the dams that control the Columbia River, one of the most powerful, located 8 km north of Revelstoke, can be visited. 175 m high and 470 m long, or how to feel tiny! Guided tours are available to learn more about the dam.