Golden

Golden is perfectly named because the paddling experiences here are worth their weight in, well,…

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Kicking Horse River

Named by a surveyor in 1858 who was reportedly booted by his pack horse, this…

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Columbia River Wetlands (North)

The Columbia River winds its way between the Purcell and Rocky Mountains and through the…

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Beaver River

Located 50 kilometres west of Golden, this river is a tributary of the Columbia and…

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Alpine Rafting

Alpine Rafting is located in Golden BC on the famous and beautiful Kicking Horse River.

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Columbia Wetlands Outpost

Explore the stunning Columbia Wetlands with self-guided rentals and unique accommodations for special occasions.

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Float Golden

Float Your Way offers affordable paddle board rentals in Golden with door-to-door delivery. Choose your…

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Glacier Raft Company

Go whitewater rafting on the Kicking Horse River with Goldens original rafting company, Glacier Raft…

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Wild Water Adventures

Wild Water Adventures offers top-quality whitewater rafting trips on the Kicking Horse River since 1992.

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Wet n Wild Adventures

Experience thrilling rafting trips down the Kicking Horse River with Wet n Wild Adventures.

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Hydra River Guides

Hydra River Guides offers many different activities, whether it's a fast paced rafting trip or…

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Golden River Adventures

At Golden River Adventures try something new with their inflatable kayak rentals and create your…

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Golden Paddle

Golden Paddle provides many different watersports rentals for their guests.

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Kootenay River Runners: Golden

Kootenay River Runners in Golden BC explores the mighty Kicking Horse River.

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Bluebird Café

Located beside the Kicking Horse River, Bluebird Cafe is a perfect spot to grab snacks,…

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Ethos Cafe

In the heart of the Canadian Rockies, in small town Golden, BC, Ethos’ mission is…

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Golden Visitor Centre

Located in the spectacular Clear Creek valley and surrounded by mesas and mountains, *Golden* offers…

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Whitewater Lodge

*Whitewater lodge* is a quiet bed and breakfast with mountain views in Golden, British Columbia.…

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Whitetooth Brewing Company

Company crafts small batch Belgian-inspired and West Coast influenced beers in the town of Golden…

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Reposados

For a unique outside dining experience you can now reserve your very own igloo

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Papa Bear’s Kitchen

Whether you’re getting ready for an epic mountain adventure, or a hard day at work,…

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Rockwater Grill and Bar

The *Rockwater Grill* and *Bar* in Golden, BC. Your venue for music and entertainment. Come…

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Nagomi Sushi

Everything tastes fresh and quality! Authentic tastes.. felt like a little izakaya or ramen shop…

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Wandering Fern Cafe

Wandering Fern Cafe is based out of a vintage trailer and can travel anywhere in…

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Bacchus Books and Cafe

*Golden’s* cultural hotspot with fantastic selection of new and used books, an award winning *cafe*…

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Ethos Cafe

In the heart of the Canadian Rockies, in small town Golden, BC, Ethos’ mission is…

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Golden Visitor Centre

Located in the spectacular Clear Creek valley and surrounded by mesas and mountains, *Golden* offers…

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Waterways in Golden

Browse waterways in this area to learn more about conditions, launch locations, directions, and suggested stops.

Itineraries in Golden

Dive into sample itineraries to help plan your next paddling adventure.

Local Experts in Golden

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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