A gentle hike following an old road. The Peter Roulston Trail crosses several creeks as it contours through the forest. It’s not the most exciting trail, but an easy, flat option for biking or a gentle stroll. Come in the winter for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing!
A pleasant ramble through the forest to viewpoints over the Beaver Valley. This trail switchbacks up the hill with a nicely managed grade. Perfect for a short hike!
A long connector between the Cities of Castlegar and Trail, the Columbia River Trail offers an extended hiking season and scenic river views. It’s most popular with trail runners and bikes, but hikers will enjoy exploring the historic Blagodatnoye Douhkobor settlement.
A steep, forested trail leads you up to a scenic lookout with big views over the Creston Valley! This short hike starts right in town and is perfect for a few hours of exploration.
Following the old K&S (Kaslo and Sandon) Railway, this trail winds high from Sandon to the bluffs overlooking Three Forks. It visits several mine sites with interpretive signs sharing the region’s history.
A forested trail, carpeted with moss and pillared with old growth trees. The subalpine lake is cradled in a steep valley with limited views but still a worthy destination.
August 2025 – the Galena Trail is re-opened to the cable car, but the final 1.6km to Three Forks is closed due to surface instability. Galena is a natural lead and silver ore—it was the stuff of miner’s wildest dreams back in the days of the “Silvery Slocan.” This is a historic rail trail…
So you’re camping at McDonald Creek and need something to do? This nature walk is a simple trail through the forest, stopping at McDonald Creek and the remains of an old homestead.
Yes, you can hike all the way into the Nakusp Hot Springs! This is a mossy multi-use trail that follows Kuskanax Creek, tracing a historic pioneer route used to access the springs. Most hikers prefer to go one-way, arranging a pickup or hitching a ride after a good soak at the hot springs. This…
Come wander a beautiful old growth forest, full of ancient cedars and hemlocks. A quick old growth grove, in a remote part of the West Kootenay. If you find yourself camping at the north end of Kootenay Lake, this is a great option for rainy days or new hikers.