Located
on the southern tip of the Arrow Lakes chain, at the confluence
of the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers, Castlegar is a perfect
base for a whole range of outdoor activities
The surrounding lakes and mountains offer unlimited outdoor
possibilities. Tremendous fishing on both big
rivers as well as the Arrow Lakes, combined with the convenience
of Syringa Creek Provincial Park adds up to everything you
need to fully enjoy Castlegar.
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City
Information
Population:
7,133
Elevation:
433 m. (1,421 ft.)
Access:
Castlegar is serviced by commercial air and bus lines. Highways
3, 3A & 22 all meet at Castlegar.
Recreation
Facilities & Activities: hiking, water sports, aquatic center,
fishing, canoeing
Local
Attractions: 19th century Doukhobor Heritage Village,
Doukhobor Suspension Bridge, West Kootenay National Exhibition
Centre, Zuckerburg Island Heritage Park and Suspension Bridge,
Railway Station Museum, N.E.C.
Art Gallery, High Keenleyside Dam
April:
West Kootenay Trade Fair
June:
Sunfest
Accommodations:
There are a variety of motel/hotels located in Castlegar
as well as nearby provincial and private campgrounds.
For
Information:
Castlegar & District Chamber of Commerce
Telephone: (250) 365-6313
Castlegar
Visitor Info Centre
1995 - 6th Avenue, Castlegar, BC V1N 4B7
Telephone: (250) 365-6313 • Fax: (250) 365-5778
Located
on the southern tip of the Arrow Lakes chain, at the confluence
of the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers, Castlegar is a perfect
base for a whole range of outdoor activities
