BC Parks Nelson

Kokanee Creek Provincial Park

As one of the most popular stops in the West Kootenays, visitors to this 235 hectares park are treated to a good combination of wilderness beauty and well-serviced camping. The park’s namesake creek...

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Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park

One of the oldest and most beloved of mountain wilderness areas in the provincial park system is Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park. Established in 1922, the park’s high alpine bowls, cirques and peaks...

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Toad River Hot Springs Provincial Park

Located 160 km west of Nelson this park is accessible by trail, boat or helicopter.The hot springs of Toad River have excellent wildlife viewing opportunities as animals supplement their diet with...

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Valhalla Provincial Park

Located on the west shore of Slocan Lake, north of Castlegar this park shelters a variety of wildlife in the Selkirk Mountain Region. Wilderness camping is allowed but restricted to designated sites...

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West Arm Provincial Park

This park follows the shore of Kootenay Lake east of Nelson. It is largely undeveloped and provides wilderness camping opportunities only. An unmaintained historic trail leads through prime bear...

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