Nelson
Top Adventures in Nelson
Hike Pulpit Rock and Flagpole, BC
3.5
1.9 mi
/ 1000 ft gain
This local trail starting from Johnstone Road is locally famous and really well maintained. Located off the other shore of Kootenay Lake, this hike reveals a beautiful view of the town of Nelson and the surrounding mountains.This trail is doable i...
Backcountry Ski at Powder Creek Lodge
Ask most people about the mountains of eastern British Columbia and they'll likely think you mean the Canadian Rockies. But mention the Purcell Mountains and you're more than likely to get a blank stare back at you. And that's a good thing.The Pur...
Explore Sproule Creek Falls
4.3
Sproule Creek Falls is a beautiful but relatively unknown waterfall just minutes from Nelson, BC. Despite it's ease of access, it is not written about in any of the guidebooks nor online - so here it is!To reach the falls, head out of Nelson on hi...
Summit Toad Mountain
3.8
The hike up Toad Mountain provides a great view over Nelson and it's surrounding mountain peaks. From the summit, a 360 degree view gives you a great spot to look at the distant Valhallas, Kokanee Glacier, Purcells and lower Selkirks.The main chal...
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Metaline Falls, Washington
West Sullivan
Overview
West Sullivan Campground is located at the north end of Sullivan Lake and about five miles east of Metaline Falls in northeast W...
Metaline Falls, Washington
East Sullivan
Overview
East Sullivan Campground is located at the north end of Sullivan Lake about five miles east of Metaline Falls, Washington. The ...
Bonners Ferry, Idaho
Shorty Peak Lookout
Overview
Shorty Peak Lookout, 45 miles northwest of Bonners Ferry, sits atop Shorty Peak with views of the Selkirk and Purcell mountain r...
Cusick, Washington
Noisy Creek
Overview
Noisy Creek Campground is located at the south end of Sullivan Lake. The campground is a perfect getaway just 20 miles from the...