Activities and experiences

Kootenay National Park

Enjoy the scenic drive and experience something new around every turn. Plan a multi-day backcountry trek or relax in scenic campgrounds. Soak in the mineral waters of Radium Hot Springs or challenge yourself to a full-day hike with fossils older than dinosaurs! The choice is yours.

Scenic Drives

Download the guided audio tour app, enjoy scenic viewpoints, a picnic, or a short self-guided interpretive walk.

hikers looking at fossils

Burgess Shale fossil hikes

The Burgess Shale is one of the most significant fossil finds on earth. Learn about the Burgess Shale, explore fossils virtually, or plan a guided hike.

Hiking

With more than 200 kilometres of trails, Kootenay National Park offers countless possibilities for the day stroller and expert backpacker alike.

Camping and overnight accommodations

Camping Backcountry camping
Camping Frontcountry camping
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Accommodation Overnight accommodation

Things to do

Camping Camping
Cross-country skiing Cross country skiing
Dogs on leash Dog walking
Fishing Fishing
Interpretation Fossil hikes
Hiking Hiking
Hot springs Hot springs
Ice climbing Ice climbing
Interpretation Interpretation programs
Traction kiting Paragliding
Picnic area Picnicking
Photo Opportunity Photography
Lookout Points of interest
Playground Red chairs
Rock climbing Rock climbing
Lookout Scenic drives
Ski touring Ski touring
Snowshoeing Snowshoeing
Swimming Swimming

Facilities and services

Accessible Facilities Accessible services
Accommodation Accommodation
Camping Campgrounds
Dogs on leash Dogs allowed on leash
Emergency telephones
Gift Shop Gift shop
Interpretation Interpretation programs
Swimming Swimming pool
Picnic area Picnic areas
Picnic Shelter Picnic shelters
Playground Playgrounds
Restrooms Restrooms
Lookout Trails and viewpoints
Information Visitor Centre