Explore Rossland’s mining, geology, skiing, and social history. From its mining roots to its notable skiing and tourism, learn how a single log cabin has grown into the Golden City. Enjoy our many outdoor exhibits throughout the summer season, including a short video of an underground tour of the LeRoi Mine, an amazing collection of …

Come experience the breathtaking natural beauty of the Creston Valley, located in the heart of British Columbia’s Kootenay region. With majestic mountains, winding rivers, serene lakes, and vibrant wetlands, the Creston Valley area offers unforgettable experiences. Explore scenic trails and rich wetlands or paddle along tranquil waterways. Visit bustling farmers markets, fruit stands, and farms, …

Two mountain ranges, six communities, and one awesome experience of culture, outdoors and relaxation. Come discover the East Shore from Wynndel to Riondel, cross the glacial-fed Kootenay Lake over to Balfour, on a free ferry, and journey along the shoreline to Ainsworth Hot Springs, Kaslo, North Kootenay Lake and Nelson BC. These communities offer arts, culture, …

Established in 1898, the Hume Hotel & Spa is a Nelson landmark celebrating over a century of hospitality excellence. This full-service inn features The General Store Restaurant, Mike’s Place Pub, The Library Lounge, Spiritbar, Bodhi Day Spa, Liquor Store and banquet facilities. Renovations were made to our fourth floor guest rooms, and we are always …

Visit the Osprey Snack Bar and enjoy the “Best Food on the Lake” located on board the OSPREY 2000 Ferry. The Osprey 2000 Ferry sails between Balfour and Kootenay Bay BC on the beautiful Kootenay Lake. Open daily at 6:30 a.m. for breakfast, burgers, sandwiches, and more.

Stay in our Lodges, located course-side: private balconies overlooking the glacier and mountains and just a chip shot from the first tee. These spacious rooms have two queens with satellite TV, fridge, coffee maker, and hair dryers. “Well done casual” – that’s the Kokanee style. When in the Crawford bay area the “Place for Beef” …

Located on Nelson’s historic Baker Street, the newly renovated BEST WESTERN PLUS Baker Street Inn offers excellent facilities and comfortable, elegant accommodations. Our hotel in Nelson, B.C. has received a Triple Green Key Eco-Rating for our commitment to sustainability and is a top-rated property by TripAdvisor earning a Certificate of Excellence Award. You can count …

Nestled in the heart of Nelson’s historic city centre, The Dancing Bear is the perfect ‘home base’ for travelers in search of back country adventures & authentic mountain culture. The Bear’s character design feels more like a home than a hostel. Complete with hardwood flooring, bay windows, high ceilings, exposed beams, an antique fire place, …

Located slopeside at RED Mountain Resort, The Josie Hotel all four seasons resort unearths Rossland’s most precious adventures while providing a luxurious home base in between. From skiing and snowboarding, to biking, hiking and spa-ing, to fantastic dining at Velvet, experience it all in the beautiful Kootenay Rockies Region of British Columbia. Recently voted Canada’s …

The Kootenay Lake Chamber of Commerce invites you to “explore the shore.” The chamber is a diverse group of area businesses connected for the common goal of promotion and vitality of the economy of the East Shore of Kootenay Lake. The Kootenay Lake Valley is a little-known treasure. Off the beaten tourist routes and relatively …