Tips
Alice Baddeley
July 16, 2026
Take a moment to admire the views across the West Arm of Kootenay Lake from the southern end of Lakeside Park. Framed by the Selkirk Mountains, this glacier-carved lake is one of British Columbia's largest and most scenic waterways.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Kootenay Lake
16
hikers
3.77km
00:58
20m
10m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
Easy
5.0
(1)
15
hikers
14.7km
04:26
410m
410m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily walkable paths.
Moderate
17
hikers
3.41km
00:52
10m
10m
Easy hike. Easily walkable paths.
Easy
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Elevation 530 m
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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.
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