Explore the West Kootenay Region

The West Kootenay region offers every type of recreational activity you can imagine... from unparalleled hiking, biking and skiing to hot springs, boating and championship golf. The village of Kaslo, located just 5 minutes from Wing Creek, boasts a beautiful golf course (one of the oldest in BC), an ice arena, curling rink, tennis court and world-class skateboard park. The West Kootenay region features the most options for heli-skiing and cat skiing offered anywhere in the world.

Kootenay Lake stretches 104 kilometers (75 miles) long. This sparkling mountain lake is renowned for its secluded beaches and trophy fishing.