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Inspiration
Responsible Travel

We're excited to welcome you back to our region! Here's a few small things we can all do to keep it awesome while you're here.
Responsible Travel
Recreation
Lake & River
- Lake & River
- Fishing
- Marinas
- Paddling
- Sailing
Additional Recreation
Mountain
- Mountain
- Birding
- Caving
- Climbing
- Hiking
- Mountain Biking
- Ziplining
Road
Snow
Disc Golf

Disc golf, frisbee golf, frolf, whatever you call it; it's a ton of fun and we've got it in spades here around Kootenay Lake.
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Things To Do
Attractions
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Shopping
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- Artisans
- Économusée
- Markets
- Retail
Eat & Drink
Health & Wellness
Ainsworth Hot Springs

Just 15 minutes from Kaslo or Balfour, and 40 minutes from Nelson, these famous hot springs are a quintessential part of any trip to our region.
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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
Transportation
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
Annual Events
Events Calendar

See what's happening all across the region.
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June 14, 2025 @ 7:00 -11:00pm

KINGS & THINGS! DRAG IS A SPECTRUM! Sun, 06/15/2025 - 02:00

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330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5,

Nelson,

BC

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Nelson Balfour Ainsworth Kaslo North Kootenay Lake East Shore

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