A Four-Season Destination

Fall in the Nelson Kootenay Lake region brings a whole new landscape of vibrant orange and yellow on our tree lined streets. Virginia Creeper covered heritage buildings glimmer bright red as the leaves turn and entire buildings seem to transform. You'll love the warm days, perfect for leisurely strolls or epic hikes. Shopping along our quaint main streets, soaking in our hot springs, or seeing thousands of salmon spawning; fall is magical here.

Shopping & Dining

Shopping in Nelson, Kaslo and the Kootenay Lake area takes the notion of “shop local” to a whole new level.

Our restaurants are among BC’s best, with award winning chefs and top of the line wine lists and full spectrum of local beers. We have a culinary nightlife scene as diverse as they come, from charmingly mild to outright wild.

• Boutique Shopping
• Artisans 
• Markets
• Eat & Drink

Attractions & Recreation

Nelson Kootenay Lake dishes up something for almost every taste, regardless of your age or interests.  There are spas and shops of all sorts, beautifully preserved heritage, art galleries, golf courses and resorts, hiking, biking, paddling, and much more.

• Arts, Culture, & Heritage
• Attractions
• Festivals & Events
• Outdoor Recreation
• Ainsworth Hot Springs
• Galleries
• Museums

Look around our website to find out more on Places to Stay, Trip Ideas! Explore Aimlessly.