The West Kootenay region offers every type of recreational activity you can imagine... from unparalleled hiking and boating to hot springs, golf, world-class fishing, spectacular parks, and a vast array of snow sports. In addition to great downhill and cross-country skiing, the West Kootenay region features the most options for heli-skiing and cat skiing offered anywhere in the world.

Kootenay Lake stretches almost 100 miles long with depths to 500 feet. This sparkling mountain lake is renowned for its secluded beaches, stunning mountain views, and world-class fishing.