15 Quirky and Delightfully Unexpected Things to Do in Castlegar
My first rock climbing experience in Castlegar was also my most novel. I'd climbed for decades around the world but nowhere in all those travels had I ever climbed in the backyard of a brew pub before. The Lion's Head Smoke and Brew Pub is the only bar in North America with a natural rock climbing…
Castlegar to Host Invasive Species Fishout Derby Aug 15-24th, 2025
This fall Castlegar will host the Invasive Species Fishout Derby on the Columbia River. The intent is to catch as many walleye (Regional Guidelines) and northern pike as possible because both species were introduced to the waters here and are detrimental to the native species of trout, Kokanee, and…
5 Quirky and Cool BnBs in Castlegar
Imagine bunking near your own private mini-golf course. Or near a secret, secluded swimming hole. Or above one of the most popular brewpubs in BC? Nestled at the confluence of the Columbia and Kootenay rivers, Castlegar is a hidden gem in British Columbia’s interior where nature, creativity, and…
Castlegar Sculpturewalk 2025 – Here's How To Vote For Your Favourites
Castlegar proudly holds the title of “Sculpture Capital of Canada” thanks in large part to its annual Sculpture Walk. For fifteen years, this beloved event has transformed the city into an open-air gallery, showcasing works by artists from the Kootenays and beyond. Locals and visitors are invited…
Get To Know The Wildlife Of Castlegar
Story by Jenny Wallace, Castlegar's Wildsafe Community Coordinator Castlegar and the West Kootenay region of British Columbia is like the African savanna when it comes to wildlife. Some of the largest creatures on the continent live here and many are unique to this area of the world. In this…
Castlegar to Revelstoke: Road Trip Highlights
When travel writer Leigh McAdam set off on a scenic road trip from Castlegar to Revelstoke, she was wowed by her starting point. In her detailed account on HikeBikeTravel, Leigh opens with praise for Castlegar’s art scene, river trails, and rich cultural history, describing it as “cool" and…
Castlegar's New Confluence Building Now Open
Finally, the Kootenays have a gateway building worthy of the region's splendour. Castlegar's newest landmark is The Confluence, a beacon of architectural innovation and community spirit located at 1995 6th Ave. Designed by Kootenay-based Cover Architecture, the $8.7 million, 8,300-square-foot…
Win Summer Sendoff Concert Tickets
Even though Castlegar enjoys the longest summer in the Kootenays, with residents and visitors often mountain biking and rock climbing into November, the city will be celebrating a Summer Sendoff concert on September 7 at Tailout Brewing. Music will start around 6pm and finish at 10pm with three…
Meet Metal Artist Willow Enewold
Willow Enewold made a mid-life career change few others would be brave enough to do: she left the day-to-day office work of her successful accounting practice for "the hammering, the noise, the filth, the machines and the tools" of metal artistry. She still owns the accounting firm but these days…
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. TransRockies organizes various endurance events in North America throughout the year, offering participants incredible experiences in some of the continent’s most…
Meet Castlegar Photographer Josh Fogal
Although he's only been doing photography professionally for three years, Josh Fogal already has his work being showcased in the Kootenay Gallery. Born and raised in Castlegar, Josh says he was always inspired by the local animals and scenery to pick up a camera and he finally did so when he got…
Bike Mag Features Riding in Castlegar
Bike magazine has featured the local riding in its article "The Long Weekend: Castlegar, British Columbia." The magazine, based in New York city and distributed around the world, showcased the fact Castlegar is making a name for itself in mountain bike circles. Written by Spokane, Washington local…