Kootenay National Park
Kootenay National Park is a place of unique contrasts, from icy mountain rivers to steamy hot springs. Explore deep canyons and tumbling waterfalls just a short stroll from the road or traverse the park’s backcountry trails.
Highlights include the Continental Divide; the spine of western North America, the turquoise, glacial waters and startling canyon walls of the Marble Canyon, the Kootenay Valley Viewpoint and Radium Hot Springs.
Kootenay National Park Fast Facts
- Established in 1920 as part of an agreement to build a new road across the Rockies.
- Situated on the west side of the Continental Divide.
- Most of the park’s waters are glacier-fed.
- The park spans almost 350,000 acres (140,600 hectares).
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TripAdvisor® Traveler Reviews
based on 239 reviews
“Great Drive”
July 22, 2023, by Christina B
There’s a few sights to see along the way. There may be some hiking trails but since we did not do any I can’t comment on that. We did stop at Vermillion Crossing, Numa Falls and Marble Canyon. It’s...
“Underrated Kootnay ”
June 26, 2023, by John B
Lovely part of Canada with wonderful views of the Mountains etc. We were lucky enough to see a Bear there and Big Horn Sheep just after the Kicking Horse rest area. Underrated beauty.
“Nature at its best”
November 24, 2022, by JennC1212
This park is beautiful. Tons of hiking and wildlife. A lot of great places for family outings and picnics with waterfalls.