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Seasons
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Responsible Travel
The fresh air of spring is welcomed with green mountains, colourful flowers & a bright sun throughout the Kootenay Lake region.
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Recreation
Lake & River
Mountain
Road
Snow
Additional Recreation
Golfing
Social distancing is a breeze on the five golf courses around Kootenay Lake: Kaslo, Balfour, Kokanee Springs, Riondel & Granite Pointe.
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Attractions
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Shopping
Eat & Drink
Health & Wellness
Take Out & Get Out
From lakeside to downtown, there are plenty of iconic places to enjoy an outdoor meal, picnic to go or a cool beverage.
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Stay
Stay
Staying in Style
Want to take your Kootenay Lake trip to the next level? Consider boutique accommodation in Nelson BC and Kootenay Lake.
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The Region
Travel Info
Kootenay Lake Ferry Schedule
The ferries in our region are free, including the tourist attraction, the Kootenay Lake Ferry, which is the longest free ferry in the world.
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Events
Events Calendar
See what's happening all across the region and remember to travel S.M.A.R.T.
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A band playing on stage at the Capitol Theatre in Nelson, BC

NEWSLETTER

Let’s keep in touch. We have a lot of ideas for you.

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Photo Credit : Capitol Theatre | Louis Bockner

We are excited to once again promote events across the region! It has been a challenging year for the arts. Please support our galleries, local artisan shops and events as you begin to travel in the Nelson and Kootenay Lake region. #findingawesome, again.

For an update on COVID-19 travel restrictions please visit our BE COVID SMART webpage.

People sitting on the grass looking towards the floating stage on a sunny day at kaslo jazz festival

Why Kaslo Jazz Fest is Awesome

Five women dressed in 20s attire at Grapes & Grains Festival in the Hume Hotel

Grapes & Grains Festival

Three fire dancers performing at Winter Kickoff Carnival in Nelson, BC

Winter Kickoff Carnival & Events

Two men running on a log in water during Kaslo Logger Sports at May Days in Kaslo, BC.

Kaslo May Days

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