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 people.

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 highway. Step out to …

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 of Canada’s West.

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 Banff and …

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

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 is a fantastic …

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 cosmopolitan cities.

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 water to the west …

In the southeast corner of B.C., bordering the United States and Alberta, the Kootenay region is one of Canada’s leading destinations for outdoor pursuits with close proximity and multiple border crossings …

The Kootenay Rockies region in British Columbia is a stunning destination that offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and rich history.