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Paddle the Heart of the Kootenays

Because Castlegar is located at the confluence of two major rivers, the Kootenay and the Columbia, there is no shortage of amazing paddling opportunities for water lovers. Plus there are three major lakes and innumerable smaller ones nearby. It’s like having an entire water park at the tip of your paddle.

Featured waterways in Castlegar

Here are some of the area’s best bodies of water to dip into.

Columbia River

The best part about paddling in Castlegar is you can do it right in the heart of the city because the Columbia River flows its way past the downtown core.

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Lower Arrow Lake

This is where the largest Kokanee fish in the world was caught. Need we say more?

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Meet the specialists Castlegar

From guides and instructors to marina owners and sales reps, here are the people who will ensure you’re not sent up the creek without a, well, you know. 

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Rafting on the Slocan River
Tours, Rentals & Lessons
Endless Adventure

Endless Adventures offers a variety of different watersports options for everyone to try out.

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Scotties Marina
Rentals
Scotties Marina

Scotties Marina offers a scenic waterfront vacation rental suite, moorage, fuel, fishing derby, and kayak/paddle board rentals on the pristine Lower Arrow Lake.

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Discover the Secret Watery Realm of Castlegar

Imagine standing on a paddle board watching a prehistoric river giant swimming underneath your SUP. The clear waters in the Columbia River near Castlegar, BC, allow paddlers the chance to see groups…

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Two canoes resting on the sandy shore of Murtle Lake, British Columbia, with majestic mountains as a backdrop.
The Search For BC’s Best Lake

Which body of water will win CBC’s Best Lake in BC Contest? We have some suggestions of what to vote for.

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Shopper and whitewater rafting
The Best Whitewater Rafting in British Columbia

The Kicking Horse is only one of many whitewater experiences that make British Columbia one of the best rafting destinations in the world.

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