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Kicking Horse River
The Kicking Horse River flows south from Yoho National Park to meet the Columbia River.
Address: . Golden BC Ca
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Lake Koocanusa
This lake is actually a reservoir formed due to the damming of the Kootenay River in Libby, Montana. The name is derived from three names: koo from Kootenay River, Kootenays, can for Canada and usa for the United States. Boating, including house boating, is popular on the lake.
Address: South of Fernie, past Elko BC
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Emerald Lake
While surrounded by mountains and natural forestland, Emerald Lake is an easily accessible attraction that offers a myriad of summer and winter activities. Visitors to Emerald Lake often partake in fishing, canoeing, horseback riding, picnicking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
Address: 10 km west of Field, off Emerald Lake Road BC CA
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St. Mary Lake
St. Mary's Lake is a 15-minute drive south of Kimberley, off highway 95A. The lake offers excellent catch and release fishing and fly-fishing. The lake's trout population is stocked by the Kootenay Trout Hatchery.
Address: . Kimberley BC Canada
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Lake O'Hara
Because of its fragile environment, Lake O’Hara is a limited access attraction with visitors required to take a shuttle bus to the region. However, hiking to the lake is not restricted. The trail, as marked by the map, begins 15 km (9.3 mi) east of Field at a parking lot also used as the departure point for the shuttle.
Address: 11 km southeast of Field BC CA
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Kinbasket Lake
This is a reservoir lake for Mica Dam that is located along the Columbia River. A campground is located at the lake with amenities that include cabins, tent sites and RV pads. A few of the lake's activities include fishing, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking and more.
Address: 50 km from Golden BC CAN
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Gorman Lake
Breathtaking scenery surrounds this Columbia Valley Lake and the popular day hike between it and Golden. Overnight use, motor use and campfires are not permitted. The lake is excellent for fly fishing, trout fishing and full of wild life. |
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Balsam Lake
Found in Mount Revelstoke National Park, Balsam Lake is located at 1,500 m (4,921 ft) high. It is located at the end of the Meadows in the Sky Parkway and offers access to the mountain summit.
Address: Mount Revelstoke National Park BC CAN
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Columbia River
The Columbia River, the second largest river by volume in North America (behind only the mighty Mississippi), has been traveled since the late 1700s. Lewis and Clark mapped it out during their expedition and it became an important trade route in the early 1800s. It is now home to 14 hydroelectric dams and one of the most innovative irrigation systems in the United States.
The river forms in the Rocky Mountains of BC and flows south through Washington State before draining into the Pacific Ocean. |
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Sherbrooke Lake
Just off the Trans-Canada Highway, between Mount Ogden and Paget Peak, is Sherbrooke Lake. Accessible from the Wapta Lake picnic area, this lake offers its visitors sparkling green waters surrounded by subalpine forest and lush meadows that are filled with wildflowers in the summer months.
Address: 11 km east of Field, off Highway 1 BC CA
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Illecillewaet River
Following about 62 km, this river receives its waters from the Illecillewaet Glacier located in Glacier National Park. The river cuts directly through Revelstoke and eventually flows into the Columbia River, which also runs alongside the town.
Address: . BC CAN
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Lake Revelstoke
Lake Revelstoke is a reservoir lake for the Revelstoke Hydro Dam. This 150 km long lake is open for fishing and offers the chance to catch mountain whitefish, rainbow trout and dolly varden.
Address: . Revelstoke BC CAN
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Natural Bridge
Crossing over the Kicking Horse River, this natural bridge offers visitors with a lookout point of this mighty river. Once the site of a waterfall, the land surrounding this area has slowly been carved into a natural bridge by the powerful flow of the Kicking Horse’s waters.
Address: 3 km west of Field on Emerald Lake Road Field BC CA
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Olive Lake
This clear water lake is a stopping place for picnicking and hiking with its numerous picnic tables and a bordering interpretive trail. The area is wheelchair accessible and also features a boardwalk.
Address: Along the Kootenay Parkway, 13 km north of Radium Hot Springs BC CA
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Fraser River
Rising near Mount Robson Provincial Park and flowing nearly 1400 km (870 mi) into the Pacific Ocean at Vancouver, the mighty Fraser River is the longest river in British Columbia. Along with its many tributaries, the river and area offers plenty of recreational opportunities including canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hiking, camping and more.
Address: BC Canada
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Lake Windermere
Lake Windermere is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts looking to enjoy water sports in the warmer months. There are a number of accommodation choices and activities in the area.
Address: . Invermere-Windermere BC Canada
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Williamson Lake & Park
Williamson Lake and park offers a wide range of opportunities for outdoor recreation. This includes swimming, picnicking, hiking and camping. A children's playground is also located on-site.
Address: Williamson Lake Road Revelstoke BC CAN
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Redstreak Creek
Located amidst forestland, this creek offers a relaxing walking trail ideal for the entire family. The trail is about 2.4 km long.
Address: Off Highway 93, east of Radium Hot Springs BC CA
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Cummins Lake Provincial Park
Located 60 km (37 mi) north of Golden, Cummins Lake Park features picturesque glacier-fed waterfalls and crisp, mountain lakes. The park preserves virtually untouched landscape that is home to a variety of species, including grizzly bears, caribous and mountain goats. The park is remote and offers little in terms of facilities, so visitors must prepare accordingly.
Address: 60 km north of Golden BC Canada
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St. Mary River
Originating high in the Purcell Mountains of British Columbia, the St. Mary flows eastward until it empties into Kootenay River. Just outside of Kimberley, BC, the river pools into St. Mary Lake. Below St. Mary Lake the river is joined by several tributaries, each adding significantly to the St. Mary's flow before converging with Kootenay River. |
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Elk River
The Elk River starts at the clear lakes in Elk Lakes Provincial Park near the Alberta/British Columbia border. It flows southwest past the communities of Elkford, Sparwood and Fernie, eventually pouring into Lake Koocanusa. The river is known internationally as an excellent angling river, especially for cutthroat trout.
Address: Elk Valley area, from From Alberta to Fernie
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Cartwright Lake
Northwest of Invermere and Panorama lies this secluded blue-bodied lake. A fishing favourite. |
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Swift Creek
Swift Creek is ideal for fishing. Anglers have the opportunity to reel in bull and rainbow trout, as well as whitefish. This is also a popular area for viewing the massive chinook salmon migration in August.
Address: Off Highway 5 near Valemount BC
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North Thompson River
As its name suggests, the North Thompson River is the northern arm of the Thompson River and originates near Valemount, BC. The beautiful blue-green river runs south along Highway 5 to Kamloops where it joins the southern arm to form the main Thompson River, which eventually feeds into the Fraser River in southern BC. |
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Moose Lake
Ideal for fishing, anglers of Moose Lake have the opportunity to catch lake char, rainbow and bull trout, kokanee, whitefish and ling cod. A boat launch is available on the eastern side of the lake. Ice fishing is also possible here.
Address: Off Highway 16, within Mount Robson Provincial Park BC
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