THINGS
TO SEE AND DO AROUND NELSON
Nelson can be a
base for exploring the magnificent Selkirk mountains, the Valhallas,
and vast, pristine Kootenay Lake. Mountain biking, kayaking, canoeing,
hiking, trekking, camping, golfing, and fishing are popular activities
of the area. Visit the following locations for more information:
- Discovernelson.com
- Under Don't Miss, see
Annual Events and Kokanee Creek Provincial Park: "...in August, you can
witness thousands of Kokanee salmon as they head up the spawning
channels." Also, the Photo Gallery is definitely worth a look.
- Kootenay Kayak Company
- Kayaking on Kootenay Lake,
with a guide or on your own
Ainsworth
Hotsprings Resort
Ainsworth Hot
Springs on Kootenay Lake is a 40 minute drive north of Nelson
Halcyon Hot Springs
Halcyon Hot Springs resort is a 3 hour drive north of Nelson
Wright
Wheels Bicycle Tours
Bicycle tours in the
West Kootenays and Selkirk Mountains. Fully supported two, five and ten
day
tours. Dine and stay at the finest the area has to offer. Also while in
Nelson check out our day
trips in the West Kootenays.
Summit Reflections Hiking and
Climbing Adventures
If you are looking for a day guide or
a specialized guided hiking or climing trip
Kootenay
Creek Park
Kootenay Creek Provincial Park is 30 minutes drive from Nelson. In
August you can witness
thousands of Kokanee salmon as they head up the spawning channels."
Kokanee
Glacier Park
The 32,035 hectare, Kokanee Glacier
Park is a rugged wilderness area of the Selkirk Mountains between
Slocan and Kootenay Lakes, near the communities of Nelson and Slocan.
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