Explore Castlegar In a Day With These 3 Different Itineraries

The reason Castlegar is the heart of the Kootenays is because there's something for everyone to do here. Whether you love outdoor activities, dining, or exploring the art scene, our little city in the valley offers everything to make your heart sing. In this article we look at a number of possible…


Out There Outdoors Magazine Showcases Castlegar in the Autumn

Out There Outdoors magazine has featured Castlegar in its article "Visit Canada's Arrow Lakes Region This Fall." The magazine, based in Spokane, Washington and distributed across the Pacific Northwest Region, played up the world-class mountain biking and fishing around Castlegar, as well as the…


8 Ideas For Date Night In Castlegar

With its many restaurants, movie theatres, parks, hikes and scenic viewpoints, Castlegar is an excellent city for date night (and date days). You can stroll along a beach or go for a wintery snowshoe followed by aprés drinks at a craft brewery and then finish the date with a delicious dinner or an…


The Best Ways To Get Out And About in Castlegar

To truly get out and about, you have to immerse yourself in your surroundings. You have to step within to experience the about. Feel the spray from the waterfall on your skin. Walk into the forest and listen to leaves rustling in the breeze. Submerge yourself in a crystal clear pond. By stepping…


11 Reasons To Move To Castlegar Right Now

One of the most popular news aggregate sites in North America, MSN, has included Castlegar in a recent article that listed "20 Canadian towns with a low cost of living and high paying jobs." The Real Estate section of the site hand-picked Castlegar because "the monthly rent for a one-bedroom…


Meet Sarah Meunier, Castlegar's Queen of the Trails

The first time I met Sarah Meunier was two years ago and she immediately impressed me with her positivity and enthusiasm. Then she told me a hilarious story about a bikini she made from two problem martens at Chatter Creek Lodge, and I wanted her to be my best friend forever. The first time…


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. Part of the reason hiking is so good in Castlegar is because of the hard work done by such local non-profit organizations as the…