Strawberry Ridge
A pleasant hike through the forest, leading to a viewpoint high above Kaslo. Enjoy the views of Kootenay Lake and the Purcell Mountains from the scenic bench at the top.
Peter Roulston Trail
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!
Larch Ridge Loop
Follow the mountain bike trails through the forest to a beautiful ridge with views over Trail and Rossland. Come in the summer for huckleberries or the fall for the golden larches.
Payne Bluffs (K&S Trail)
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.
Galena Trail
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…
McDonald Creek Nature Loop
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.
John Fenger Memorial Loop
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.
Cedar Creek Loop
A forested trail near Ainsworth Hot Springs full of mining history. It’s a steep ascent, but views along the way and the visit to the historic Ainsworth Cemetery make it a worthwhile exploration.
Selkirk College Trails
A big trail network wraps around the Castlegar Campus at Selkirk College, offering riverside hiking and pleasant views.
Telegraph Trail
The Telegraph Trail flows through the mossy forest floor and traces an old telegraph line, with the ceramic insulators still fixed to many of the trees. The trail ends with a scenic bench at Wilson Creek.