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Insider knowledge, local perspectives, and fantastic suggestions are all highlights of the Creston Valley Kootenay Lake Route Blog. We’ll help you to discover exactly what you don’t want to miss while here!

Bonspiel! Creston Curling Culture

Creston Curling Club

The Spirit of Curling Welcomes Another Rookie to the Club

 

Imagine a Superbowl, but with roughly 50 teams of four. Half of the competitors are from your town. Your friends, family, even the mayor are on a quest for curling glory.

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Ripple Ridge Cabin Atop Kootenay Pass

Going For a Rip Up Ripple Ridge

Creston and Area
Winter Back-Country Adventures on Kootenay Pass Snowshoeing. It sounds like an arduous stroll in the winter for no good reason, but don't knock it 'till you try it. Today our...
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ice

Lost in Time: Ka Papa Cedars Trail

Creston and Area
I find it easy to assume that the vast Kootenay backcountry is a portal to another time. Not even all that long ago, the Ktunaxa peoples roamed the forests, using...
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Creston Community Pool and Complex

Autumn Weather Funneling the Community Together

Creston and Area
Seasons change, as do our weekly routines. As I'm writing this it's snowing... In September. by Jensen Shields What does the cold and less-than-fair conditions bring to the the Creston...
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Fruit

U-pick Fruit in Creston: Choose Your Own Adventure

Creston and Area
It's that time of the year to come to the Creston Valley and stock up on all the bounty! by Ilana Cameron The fruit here in the Creston Valley is...
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Artisan of Crawford Bay

Artisanal Delights of Crawford Bay

Crawford Bay and Area
Come for the scenery, stay for the people. Crawford Bay is a special place — the welcome sign tips you off from the start with it's motto: "Artistic by nature"...
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Starbelly Jam

A Family-Friendly Festival in Starbelly Jam

Crawford Bay and Area
You will never find a more wretched hive of scum and villainy... That could be said for a lot of music festivals, or space ports. Starbelly Jam is not that...
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Kootenay Lake

Enshrined Ktunaxa culture explored on Kootenay Lake

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Arrive filled with questions and leave with the gift of knowledge by Ilana Cameron I was anticipating the stories and the beauty of the lake but I didn't expect to...
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Creston Wildlife Centre

Kid-Friendly Summer Fun in the Creston Valley

Creston and Area
Bring the kids, embrace your inner child and have a blast! by Ilana Cameron When I started to research for this piece I thought I had an idea of the...
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Yahk Soap and Candle

Explore Yahk

Yahk and Area
In the early 1900’s Yahk was once a thriving CP Railroad lumber community serving as a major supplier of railroad ties for the Canadian Pacific Railway. Today Yahk is a...
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Family Hiking Creston Valley

Explore the Creston Valley

Creston and Area
The Creston Valley consists of several thriving communities, Wynndel, Lower Kootenay Band, Erickson, Canyon, Lister, Arrow Creek and Kitchener. Start your journey with a visit to the Creston Valley Visitor...
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Lighthouse at Pilot Bay, Crawford Bay BC

Explore Kootenay Lake's East Shore

Crawford Bay and Area
The East Shore is made up of eight quaint artistic communities Riondel, Kootenay Bay, Crawford Bay, Gray Creek, Boswell, Sirdar, Sanca, and Kuskanook that wind along the shores of Kootenay...
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Starbelly

Summer Festivals in the Creston Valley

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Strawberries, Starbelly and Yahk... Oh my! by Ilana Cameron I love swimming in the summer almost more than anything — yes sometimes even more than coffee. But I also have...
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twin bays

Making A Splash In the Valley

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Take the plunge in water shared by Sasquatch. This geologically diverse area offers interesting and unique opportunities for cooling off in natural waters. Do you love to dip in a...
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Creston Farmer's Market

A Saturday Ride with Friends, Wine and Sunshine

Creston and Area
Making the most out of a sunny day in Creston... by Ilana Cameron Saturdays in Creston offer a unique opportunity to sample our abundance of local produce and the ever...
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Billy Goat Trail Creston

Instant Gratification: Easy Hiking in the CVKL Area

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First Hike Of The Season On Billy Goat Bluffs - Creston's Newest Trail! by Ilana Cameron As much as I do enjoy a multi-day trek through the mountains, sometimes all...
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Blossom Festival Parade (image courtesy of blossomfestival.ca)

Spring Festivals in the Creston Valley

Creston and Area
Welcoming the spring with old and new traditions in the Creston Valley by Ilana Cameron There is so much to get excited about when blossoms start to open and our...
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Top 5 Winter photo roundup

Top 5 Winter photo roundup

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At last the days are growing longer and Spring is just around the corner. Before leaping into spring take a look back at the winter wonderland the Creston Valley - Kootenay Lake had to offer.
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Skiing

Winter fun on the Kootenay Pass

Creston and Area
There is nothing that can quite compare to the feeling of joy one gets while breaking through the gloomy mid-winter cloud cover into the bluebird skies high above on the...
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North American Polaris Ambassador Trish Drinkle snowmobiling the Salmo-Creston Pass. (Photo credit Trish Drinkle)

Snowmobiling Salmo-Creston Pass

Creston and Area
With consistent snowfall, mild winter temperatures, and staging areas located at elevation, snowmobiling on the Salmo-Creston Pass is a favorite riding area for many. Terrain can be as challenging as...
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Live music in Creston, BC (Photo credit @dotigabrielf)

Chill tunes and funky beats

Creston and Area
Experience the energetic live music scene in the Creston Valley in a variety of venues from an outdoor stage to up-close intimate settings. Rock out at one of the largest...
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Local swimming holes (Photo credit Dan Seguin)

Local swimming holes

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When temperatures soar, nothing brings relief in the Kootenays like a refreshing dip in the water. Some prefer swimming in the many rivers and creeks n the valley, while others...
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The best ice cream shops along the CVKL route

The best ice cream shops along the CVKL route

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When summer temperatures soar, nothing brings relief from the heat better than an ice cream cone. If you are visiting the Creston Valley Kootenay Lake Route, you are in luck...
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An Outdoor Enthusiast’s Three-Day Exploration (Photo credit Kareni)

An Outdoor Enthusiast’s 3-Day Exploration

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Explore the Creston Valley - Kootenay Lake with this 3-day Exploration Itinerary. DAY 1 After getting some breakfast and packing a lunch, drive out to the Kootenay-Columbia Discover Centre located...
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Local Food & Wine Aficionado Itinerary

Local Food & Wine Aficionado 3-Day Itinerary

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DAY 1 Begin your day by heading over to Fly in the Fibre or Lark Coffee Roasters for a delicious specialty coffee. If it’s a Saturday, head over to the...
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Family Fun: A Three Day Itinerary

Family Fun: A Three Day Itinerary

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There’s no shortage of family fun along the Creston Valley - Kootenay Lake Route. From Riondel to Yahk there are plenty of family-friendly activities. DAY 1 CRESTON After a breakfast...
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Fish on

Fish on

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There is nothing quite like fishing in the Kootenays. Whether you are a hardcore angler, or a family looking to have some fun, the clean running streams, lakes and rivers...
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ATV Paradise

ATV Paradise

Creston and Area
With endless trails leading into the beautiful Selkirk and Purcell mountains cradling the Creston Valley, ATV enthusiasts will find themselves begging for more time to explore all that the valley...
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Kootenay Lake Beach

The Insider Scoop on Beaches

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During the summer months, nothing beats a dip in the cooling waters of Kootenay Lake and sunbathing on the beach. There are several stunning public beaches to choose from. These...
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