Kootenay Lake – Lakeside Beach loop from Nelson

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British Columbia

Area E (Balfour/Cottonwood Lake)

Kootenay Lake – Lakeside Beach loop from Nelson

Moderate

runners

Kootenay Lake – Lakeside Beach loop from Nelson

01:08

10.5km

70m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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727 m

Kootenay Lake

Highlight • Lake

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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1.78 km

Lakeside Beach

Highlight • Beach

Relax on the long sandy beach and enjoy views across the West Arm of Kootenay Lake towards the surrounding mountains.

The beach is popular for swimming, paddling and picnics, while …

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4.05 km

Red Sands Nude Beach

Beach

8.04 km

Hall Street Pier

Highlight • Bridge

Hall Street Pier sits on Nelson’s waterfront, linking Hall Street and the downtown area with Kootenay Lake. It includes seating, a covered bandshell, swimming access and views across the water. …

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10.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.66 km

1.80 km

1.62 km

1.36 km

Surfaces

5.07 km