Columbia-Shuswap Regional District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A mountainous landscape with dense forests, a valley, and a lake.
A row of wooden buildings with signs for B. Hume & Co. General Merchants and Watchmaker & Jewellers.
A wooden boardwalk through a dense forest with tall trees and moss-covered logs.
A street lined with autumn-colored trees, parked cars, and a mountain in the background.
A river flowing through a forest with rocks and a hiker on a cliff.

Popular cities in Columbia-Shuswap Regional District

A snow-covered street with buildings, a stop sign, and a mountain in the background.
Revelstoke
Known for Mountains, Skiing and Excursions
Go snowmobiling, skiing, paragliding or climbing in the rugged Columbia Valley and visit the historic and fun attractions of this charming mountain town.

Reasons to visit

  • Revelstoke Mountain Resort
  • Three Valley Gap Heritage Ghost Town
  • Revelstoke Railway Museum
A mountain landscape with a cyclist on a trail, snow patches, and a forested area.
Golden
Known for Mountains, Lakes and Skiing
Base yourself here to hike in the surrounding national parks, get your adventure fix on the slopes year-round and dine out in Canada’s highest restaurant.

Reasons to visit

  • Kicking Horse Mountain Resort
  • Golden Skybridge
  • Edelweiss Village
A mountain range with snow-capped peaks and dense forests at its base.
Field
Known for Lakes, Dining and Mountains
Marvel at the majesty of the Yoho National Park, go hiking to find fossils, admire the historic buildings or relax and enjoy the tranquility.

Reasons to visit

  • Emerald Lake
  • Natural Bridge
A river with a wooden bridge, a grassy bank, and mountains in the background.
Salmon Arm
Known for Lakes, Nature and Bird watching
Explore Salmon Arm: its live music, lake views, natural setting and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Salmon Arm Wharf
A mountainous landscape with dense forests, a river, and scattered buildings.
Sicamous
Known for Friendly people, Excursions and Lakes
Experience the mountains, lake views and golf in Sicamous!
A lake surrounded by mountains and a residential area.
Blind Bay
Known for Golf, Natural parks and Museums
Blind Bay awaits: its golf, parks, museums and more!

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