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pectacular mountains, amazing vistas, and impressive rivers and lakes are what make up the Kootenay Region’s Pro- vincial Parks. Four of BC’s mountain ranges pass through the region, including the Monashees, the Selkirks, the Purcells and the Rockies. In ad- dition, the Kootenays are home to the majestic Columbia River and the extensive waterway of Kootenay, Slocan and Arrow Lakes.
The region has incredible opportunities for outdoor recreation activities, including hiking, wildlife viewing, boating, swimming, golfing, and mountain biking. Whatever your pace, the Provincial Parks in the Kootenay Region have all the essentials to create an amazing and memorable outdoor vacation.
For the climbing and mountaineering enthusiast, many of the region’s parks are attached to or are close to backcountry parks or wilderness recreation areas. Kokanee Glacier and Valhalla Provincial Parks are among the many spectacular alpine areas waiting for you. In addition, the region’s parks have an abundance of wildlife to keep the nature lover thoroughly entertained and captivated.
Steeped in BC history, the Kootenay region offers a rich legacy of the province’s early mining efforts for copper, silver and gold. From boomtowns to ghost towns, the Kootenays have been witness of many changes. Take a step back to the 1890’s and experience the pioneer boomtown of Fort Steele Heritage Town or visit the SS Moyie, the world’s oldest passenger sternwheeler, located in Kaslo.
As you plan your next Kootenay camping vacation, make sure you give yourself enough time to explore what the region’s Provincial Parks have to offer. Don’t forget your camera and make sure to use the panoramic setting on your camera as you try and capture each amazing vista.
WEST KOOTENAY SOUTH
Park Facility Operator: West Kootenay Park Management Inc. 1224 Stanley Street Nelson, BC V1L 1P8 Phone: (250) 825-4212 Fax: (250) 825-4293 E-mail:
information@westkootenayparks.com Website:
www.westkootenayparks.com
You can make a reservation online at 34
www.discovercamping.ca or by calling Discover Camping toll free (Canada/USA) 1-800-689-9025 or 1-519-826-6850 (international) from March 15 to Sept 15. Group camping and picnic site reservations are now available through Discover Camping.
Firewood is available for sale at all West Kootenay South campgrounds. Opening and closing dates are subject to change without notice. Please check the West Kootenay Parks Management website for updates and current information.
Kokanee Creek/Tourism BC – David Gluns 1 Champion Lakes
1,426 ha. • Facilities: 95 campsites in between the 2nd and 3rd lake. 2 day-use picnic areas, boat launch, sani-station and flush toilet facilities. • Lo- cation: 6 km northeast of Fruitvale off Highway 3B, or 8 km west of Highways 3 and 3B junction. • This park includes a chain of picturesque small lakes, offers 6.5 km of hiking trails, excellent fish- ing (non-motorized boats only), canoeing, mountain biking and swimming. Open June 1 to Sept 15.
Cody Caves Contact Information for Cody Caves Phone: (250) 353-7364 Email:
caves@netidea.com
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63 ha. • Facilities: Underground caves, pit toilets, parking lot. • Location: 3 km north of Ainsworth on Hwy 31, off highway on 10 km gravel road. • Cody Caves offers spelunkers the opportunity to go underground and view a spectacular range of rock formations and ancient limestone. Access to the caves is by guided tour only, a fee is charged and reservations are required. Call (250) 353-7364 for more info.
3 Grohman Narrows
10 ha. • Facilities: Day-use area, picnic tables. • Location: about 4 km west of Nelson on Highway 3A along the Kootenay River. • Local community outdoor recreational opportunities.
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