Yearly Archives: 2017

This large network of trails provides possible year-around hiking with some winter snowshoeing. The trails include interpretive walks along the Columbia and Kootenay Rivers. Because of high water levels in the Kootenay River during the spring freshet, many waterside trails are … Continue reading →

The Waldie Island Trail was developed in 1996 to reclaim the historical heritage of this important stretch of the Columbia River and to introduce to the hiker the intricacies of the surrounding riparian ecosystem. This trail goes through a protected … Continue reading →

Connecting the historical Doukhobor Suspension Bridge, the Highway 3A bridge and the Robson bridge with Castlegar streets and trails surrounding the rivers produces a full-day hike. Assume the walk is clockwise. Park anywhere on the loop.  Difficulty: Easy but very … Continue reading →

A level, shaded walk around Champion Ponds. Great for birdwatches and views of the Columbia River Valley. Readily accessible and ideal for anyone of any age. Difficulty: Easy A1 Elevation gained: 0m Key Elevations: Distance: 5km loop Time: 1½ -2 … Continue reading →

A pleasant 5km of loop hikes through a dense forest followed by a climb to a fine view of Castlegar and the Columbia Valley. Multiuse trail with something for everyone: hiking, walking, nature tours, photography, bird watching, mountain biking, and … Continue reading →

This awe inspiring natural arch has to be seen to be believed. It is the largest arch in Canada. Photographer Ellis Anderson might have been the first to call it the Brooklyn Bridge. The earliest known use of the name is … Continue reading →

Another hike in Ranata, accessed by crossing Lower Arrow Lake, this is a lovely waterfall. It falls 15m (50’) into a deep pool sending up a fine mist that fills the mossy grotto. A cave at the base of the … Continue reading →

This is a lovely waterfall that cascades delicately down about 10 metres over a rock ledge to a small pool guarded by huge rounded, granite boulders in a box canyon. Green moss and lichen drape the rock cliffs and boulders … Continue reading →

This is an easy walk on a good trail. This trail is suitable for all ages and abilities and is a great place on a hot day. Difficulty: Very easy A1 Elevation gained: 15m (50’) Key Elevations: Distance: 1km Time: … Continue reading →

A gorgeous waterfall down a very short trail. Nice in all seasons. Difficulty: Easy A1 Elevation gained: negligible Key Elevations: Distance: 500m Time: 5 minutes Season: All year around Map: 82F/5 Castlegar Drive: From Nelson. Drive Hwy 3A west to … Continue reading →