The Kootenays are calling…..

West Kootenay Hiking is a free online hiking resource. You’ll find trail reviews, driving directions, topographic maps, photos, GPS files for download, and more! The site has over 100 trails documented and is constantly expanding. Visitors can add trip reports with the latest information about trail and road conditions. Happy hiking!

Recently Added/Updated Trails

Gilpin Grasslands

The landscape changes dramatically between Christina Lake and Grand Forks. You round a corner on…

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Thompson Rim Trail

If you’ve ever gazed at the Skimmerhorn Mountains above Creston and wondered if the distant…

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100 Acre Wood

Old growth forests are precious places! Take the time to wander through this grove near…

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Nancy Greene Lake

An easy, forested hiking trail that loops around the lake. You’ll find beautiful views of…

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Your safety is your responsibility!

Use the information on West Kootenay Hiking to help with your trip planning, but your safety is your own responsibility. Be prepared for changing conditions, take the essentials, assess risks, and hike with a buddy!