Kootenay Rockies-BC's Mountain Playground

Kootenay Rockies-BC's Mountain Playground Official tourism organization for the Kootenay Rockies. Sharing the love for BC’s Mountain Playground.

Sharing the love for the Kootenay Rockies - for those who live here and for those who vacation in British Columbia's Mountain Playground.

🍃Tip: When out exploring - wear or carry suitable clothing and proper footwear. Dress in layers so you can easily adapt ...
06/20/2026

🍃Tip: When out exploring - wear or carry suitable clothing and proper footwear. Dress in layers so you can easily adapt to changing temperatures, wind, rain, or unexpected weather shifts. Remember, mountain trails, forests, and open landscapes can experience dramatic weather changes within hours.

💦 One of the East Kootenays’ most beautiful hikes to a stunning alpine lake!

📸 East Kootenay Women’s Backcountry Group (near Elko, BC)
Visit Cranbrook | Fernie BC | East Kootenay Performing Arts Festival | AdventureSmart

Step into a world of untouched alpine wonder!🏔 Every experience with Battle Abbey is guided by their professional team, ...
06/19/2026

Step into a world of untouched alpine wonder!

🏔 Every experience with Battle Abbey is guided by their professional team, offering expert support and local insight whether you’re hiking, glacier trekking, fishing, or climbing.

🔆 Summer experiences at Battle Abbey Backcountry Lodge - https://weberpowder.com/trips/battle-abbey
📍Northern Selkirk Mountains

💦 The rich history of Miȼ̓qaqas ʔakinmit̓uq (the Columbia River in the Ktunaxa language) and its tributaries has long co...
06/18/2026

💦 The rich history of Miȼ̓qaqas ʔakinmit̓uq (the Columbia River in the Ktunaxa language) and its tributaries has long connected Indigenous Peoples through vital travel routes, used by canoe in summer and across ice in winter.

🛶 Follow the journey through the Birthplace of Adventure, from the Columbia River Headwaters in Canal Flats through Fairmont Hot Springs, Windermere, Invermere, and Radium Hot Springs, as the river continues to Castlegar and flows southwest to the Pacific Ocean.

Part 1: From the Headwaters: The Columbia River - https://www.kootenayrockies.com/from-the-headwaters-columbia-river/

📸 Mitch Winton (Columbia Lake/Tilley Memorial Park), Lake Windermere in Invermere, Columbia Valley Wetlands in Radium Hot Springs, Columbia River Paddle between Invermere & Radium Hot Springs)

06/17/2026

✨ Adventure is calling ! ✨

We found one of BC’s most unforgettable family adventures at the Golden Skybridge in Golden, BC 🏔️ Walking high above the canyon with mountain views all around was a mix of “WOW” and a little bit of “are we really this high?!” 😄 The bridges, waterfalls, forest trails, and epic scenery make this a must-stop for families who love exploring the outdoors.

📍 Golden, British Columbia
🌉 Canada’s highest suspension bridge experience
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect for a family adventure day
🎥 Amanda,

Ready to make your Kootenay road trip even more amazing? Soak up the magic of several hidden hot springs along the way! ...
06/15/2026

Ready to make your Kootenay road trip even more amazing? Soak up the magic of several hidden hot springs along the way! The stunning southeast corner of BC is full of unforgettable moments - don’t miss out on these relaxing mineral springs as you explore the Birthplace of Adventure.

💡 To assist with your planning, read our newest Consumer Newsletter with information on Travel Deals - https://bit.ly/4uCtsNH

🔅 Golden Hour Bridge Pass at the Golden Skybridge
🔅 25% off your Rafting Trip with Tunnel 49 in Fernie
🔅 Stay & Play at the Landing in Balfour
🔅 New Member discount at any Prestige Hotels & Resort
🔅 Book the Radiant Retreat with Footsteps Eco Adventures in the Slocan Valley
🔅 RED Mountain Resort Summer Lodging Package
🔅 Apres FREE Admission, Thursday evenings at the Nelson Museum Archives & Gallery
🔅 Free Admission with the Canada Strong Pass in our National Parks
🔅 Special Events - https://bit.ly/2zauGXq

Photos by Mitch Winton (Tunnel49 Accessible Scenic Float in Fernie, the Golden Skybridge in Golden, SUP on Lake Windermere near Invermere and touring Glacier National Park).

06/12/2026

Introducing Jared Basil from Creston, BC a member of the Ktunaxa Nation, and one of our Kootenay Legends in the Birthplace of Adventure.⁣
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⁣Jared steps into an expression of natural legacy of a traditional current. Adorned in Indigenous regalia, he becomes both storyteller and song. The wind becomes breath, the earth becomes drum and the sky becomes witness. Each gesture is a connection - to land, to culture, to community.⁣
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⁣The Creative Current - https://www.kootenayrockies.com/kootenay-legends-the-creative-current/
⁣Yaqan Nukiy History - https://lowerkootenay.com/our-history/
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⁣Marty Clemens, .clemens⁣
⁣Yaqan Nukiy, Lower Kootenay Band in Ku̓namaʔnam / Creston, BC
Ktunaxa Nation | Indigenous Tourism BC | Explore Creston Valley | Creston Valley Visitor Centre | Super, Natural British Columbia

✅ Sustainable travel is about more than where you go, it’s about the impact you leave behind. It’s about destinations th...
06/12/2026

✅ Sustainable travel is about more than where you go, it’s about the impact you leave behind. It’s about destinations that thoughtfully balance a thriving local economy, vibrant culture, strong communities, and a protected natural environment so future generations can enjoy them too. And when a place earns a trusted third-party certification, it’s more than a label - it’s proof of real commitment.

Together with our regional tourism partners, we offer the expertise and guidance you need to successfully achieve certification and strengthen your sustainability practices. Learn more about assistance with certifications: https://www.krtourism.ca/certifcations/

📸 Photo by Ashley Voykin, Golden, BC

Hidden among Trail’s hillsides are dozens of covered stairways - a unique piece of the city’s history. Built to connect ...
06/11/2026

Hidden among Trail’s hillsides are dozens of covered stairways - a unique piece of the city’s history. Built to connect neighbourhoods, workplaces, and everyday life, these steps reflect Trail’s industrial roots and the resilience of a community built vertically. Today, they stand as cultural landmarks and a reminder of the creativity that shaped this mountain 🏔️ valley community!

South Kootenay - https://www.tourismrossland.com/south-kootenay/

📸 Robert,
📍Trail, BC
Trail and District Chamber of Commerce | Super, Natural British Columbia

Canada’s first outdoor gear repair and advanced manufacturing centre is coming to the Kootenays.The Kootenay Outdoor Rec...
06/10/2026

Canada’s first outdoor gear repair and advanced manufacturing centre is coming to the Kootenays.

The Kootenay Outdoor Recreation Enterprise (KORE) and College of the Rockies are launching the Rehub Circular Technology Centre - a first-of-its-kind hub designed to keep outdoor gear in use longer, grow rural manufacturing, train the next generation of skilled workers and drive circular economy innovation across BC.

The groundbreaking project is receiving $1 million in provincial support through the Rural Economic Diversification and Infrastructure Program, helping position the Kootenays as a leader in sustainable outdoor industry solutions.

More Info: https://bit.ly/4ekSwnw
(Source: e-KNOW (East Kootenay News Online Weekly)
Kootenay Outdoor Recreation Enterprise Initiative - KORE |

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1905 Warren Avenue
Kimberley, BC
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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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