The British Columbia Rockies Activities at a Glance

There are a plethora of exciting adventures to be had in the British Columbia Rockies. Here are a few of our favorites from rockies.com.

Skiing

Ski the prime slopes of the British Columbia Rockies.

As one of the most phenomenal ski areas in the world, the British Columbia Rockies are famous for downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, and snowboarding. In addition, one of the best attractions for skiers is helicopter skiing. Invented in 1965, a helicopter takes skiers high into the mountains. Here intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders can enjoy the adventure of heli-skiing on fresh virgin snow. The British Columbia Rockies also offer snow-cat skiing, where instead of a helicopter, skiers and snowboarders are hauled by a snow-cat vehicle, designed similarly to a military tank.

Hot Springs

In the British Columbia Rockies you will find abundant natural hot springs. In any season one can benefit from the healing properties of the hot mineral water that flows forth from deep in the mountain into large pools. Wallow in the water while soaking in the stupendous view of the Rockies all around you. At the hot springs you will find vacation travelers from all over the world who have come to experience the medicinal qualities of these unique waters. In addition to the hot spring soaks, you can request a massage or other therapeutic treatment to further enhance the experience.

Emerald Lake

Emerald Lake is one of the jewels of the British Columbia Rockies. The color of a true emerald, the lake has an otherworldly beauty. Surrounded by mountains, this is a place to enjoy peace and quiet as well as to indulge in various lake activities all year round. Stay at the Emerald Lake Lodge, a beautiful locale that was built to harmonize with its surroundings.

Canadian Pacific Railway Excursion

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One of the most fascinating trips one can take is by train through the British Columbia Rockies. The scenery is breathtaking and the trip itself makes for a historical visit to one of the most interesting stories of railway construction. Build by thousands of immigrant laborers working in the worst of conditions, the railway was more than a challenge to construct. The danger of rockslides, avalanches, and accidents from explosives, the proliferation of disease, and the extremely steep gradient of the terrain made the job almost an impossibility. Because of the steep nature of the mountainside, if a train had a brake problem, it would fly off the track. In one of the most innovative feats of engineering, two massive tunnels were cut into the rock face in a spiral shape. These spiral tunnels helped to increase the length of the track whereby the gradient was decreased by more than half. A model helps to demonstrate how the tunnels work, and once on the train, it is easy to see the front passing through the tunnels while the rear is just entering at the other end!

Meadows in the Sky Parkway

In the spring, one of the most amazing observation points in the British Columbia Rockies is the Meadows in the Sky Parkway, located in the Mount Revelstoke National Park. Winding up a 26 km road, one arrives at the top to be surrounded by sub-alpine wildflower meadows that stun the viewer. In the fall, you will be stunned by the brilliant trees and wide vistas. Park your car and hike or take a shuttle to the meadows where you can picnic, use your photographic skills, and hike on one of the designated trails.

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