Castlegar
Located on the southern tip of the Arrow Lakes chain, at the confluence of the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers, Castlegar is a perfect base for a whole range of outdoor activities
The surrounding lakes and mountains offer unlimited outdoor possibilities. Tremendous fishing on both big rivers as well as the Arrow Lakes, combined with the convenience of Syringa Creek Provincial Park adds up to everything you need to fully enjoy Castlegar.
Population: 7,133
Elevation: 433 m. (1,421 ft.)
Access: Castlegar is serviced by commercial air and bus lines. Highways 3, 3A & 22 all meet at Castlegar.
Recreation Facilities & Activities: hiking, water sports, aquatic center, fishing, canoeing
Local Attractions: 19th century Doukhobor Heritage Village, Doukhobor Suspension Bridge, West Kootenay National Exhibition Centre, Zuckerburg Island Heritage Park and Suspension Bridge, Railway Station Museum, N.E.C. Art Gallery, High Keenleyside Dam
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