The Kootenays or Kootenay (/ ˈkuːtni / KOOT-nee) is a region of southeastern British Columbia. It takes its name from the Kootenay River, which in turn was named for the Kutenai First Nations …

A land of ice and fire, Kootenay National Park is a place of contrasts, with valleys and canyons carved by glaciers and grasslands marked by fire. Take a scenic drive along its historic …

Jul 5, 2024 · This guide to the best things to do in Kootenay National Park includes trails, campsites, hot springs, and so much more!

The Kootenay region, in the southeast corner of British Columbia includes natural, clean, uncrowded activities and experiences that reflect the lifestyle, the culture and the community …

Apr 8, 2025 · Meet their smaller, often overlooked, but seriously stunning sibling: Kootenay National Park. Tucked away in southeastern British Columbia, right next door to Banff, …

Kootenay National Park, national park in southeastern British Columbia, Canada. Centred around the Kootenay River, the park occupies the western slopes of the Rocky Mountains, adjacent to …

Jul 1, 2025 · Bordering Canada and nestled in the mountainous terrain of Northwest Montana the Kootenai National Forest hold impressive forests, wildlife and landscapes, including striking …

The Kootenay Rockies region stretches from the Okanagan Valley in the west to the Alberta border in the east. The British Columbia provincial boundary is the continental divide where …

Today, this area is comprised of many small towns, and as with most of British Columbia, this area favors travellers looking for natural beauty and outdoor adventure, rather than …

Visitors can enjoy downhill, cross country and heli-skiing, hiking, climbing, snowmobiling, and much more. The Kootenays are filled with lakes, rivers and streams that provide excellent …