Hi! Thanks for visiting the Destination Castlegar blog. Here you can find a collection of great articles on events, ideas for adventure, and local happenings in and around the city.

Stage Dive into Castlegar’s Punk Scene With The Adits


The Adits are helping keep the punk rock music scene alive and kicking in the West Kootenay region of British Columbia.

The Best Hiking Trails in Castlegar


Castlegar is a hiking mecca. Whether you prefer long strolls beside the river or high alpine treks, this area of the West Kootenays in British Columbia has it all.

Castlegar’s New Confluence Building Now Open


Castlegar's newest landmark is The Confluence building, a beacon of architectural innovation and community spirit located at 1995 6th Ave.

Win Summer Sendoff Concert Tickets


Win two tickets to this September's Summer Sendoff concert as well as a night's accommodation at the Sure Stay Hotel, next door to the venue.

Meet Metal Artist Willow Enewold


Willow Enewold is the owner of Skylark Metal in Castlegar who made a mid-life career change from accounting to metal artistry.

Castlegar Hosts TransRockies Singletrack 6 Mountain Bike Race


The TransRockies Singletrack 6 Mountain Bike Race returns to the West Kootenays July 11-16 and Castlegar will host one of the stages.

Going Trail Running in Castlegar? Here Are The Best Loops


The co-founder of the Châteaugar Run Club offers advice about where to find the best trail running loops in Castlegar.

Why Castlegar is a RV Dream Destination


Castlegar is an RV dream destination because of the many scenic campsites, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions.

Meet Musician and Photographer Yanive Feiner


Yanive Feiner is a musician, photographer, teacher, and a big fan of Castlegar. Find out what inspires him as an artist in this interview.

Meet Castlegar Photographer Josh Fogal


Meet Josh Fogal. He's only been doing photography for 3 years but he already has his work hanging in the Kootenay Gallery.

Bike Mag Features Riding in Castlegar


Bike magazine has featured Castlegar mountain biking in a recent article claiming it's worth a long-weekend visit at the very least.

Castlegar Mountain Bike Trail Voted Best In The World


One of the world's most popular mountain bike websites, Pinkbike, has rated a Castlegar trail as the best on the planet.