Enveloped in a historic and artistic parade of talent and stories Cranbook is a welcoming mountain city with plenty to offer travelers from all over the world. The colourful terrain, wide lakes and snowy mountain tops create awe inspiring momemories!
Cranbrook showcases a wide range of Visual Arts, Performance Arts and Indigenous Arts contributed to by the local artisans. Live performances are featured at 'The Studio and The Stage Door'. A variety of shops, galleries and cafes make for a truly civilized experience for those who want to indulge themselves rather than put on hiking shoes!
For those who do, however, the limitless number of forest and mountain trails are used year round for hiking or biking, horseback riding and cross-country skiing. Recreational enthusiasts can enjoy guided tours, sightseeing and relaxation all within minutes of the city centre.
Visitors who enjoy swimming or water bound activities should note that Surveyor's Lake waters are some of the warmest they will find in the Southern corner of the Kootenay Rockies!
Cranbrook is located approximately 100 kilometers from the US/Canada border. The City has immediate access to western US, Alberta and British Columbia centres.
Population: 55,000+
Highlights:
Fort Steele Heritage Town
The St. Eugene's mission - display the aboriginal Ktnuaxa heritage
Railway Museum
Elizabeth Lake Bird Sanctuary
The Kettle Lake Interpretive Trail
Fisher Peak - the highest peak in the southern Canadian Rockies
Isadore Canyon
South Star Recreation Trails
Marysville Falls - 20 minute drive
Lakit Lookout - off road vehicle, narrow drive and rewarding hike
Bummer’s Flats
Lussier Hot Springs
Peckhams Lake, Premier Lake, Wasa Lake and Whiteswan Lake - great for swimming.
Annual Cranbrook Pro Rodeo - August at the Wycliffe Exhibition Grounds.
Kootenay Trout Hatchery
St. Eugene's Mission
The Canadian Museum of Rail Travel
Wildlife Museum
Cranbrook Self-Guided Heritage Tour
Casino of the Rockies
History:
Cranbrook is in a region of the Rockies, which was home to the Ktunaxa First Nations people for thousands of years following the receding ice glaciers. Cranbook was originally named "The Pine Tree in the Centre" by the Ktunaxa people.
Climate:
Summer average 20 degrees Celsius
Winter average -8 degrees Celsius
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