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Numa Falls, Kootenay National Park, British Columbia, Canada James Photography
A land of ice and fire, Kootenay National Park is a place of contrasts, with valleys and canyons carved by glaciers and grasslands marked by fire. Take a scenic drive along its historic highway. Step out to experience ancient fossils and steamy hot springs. All waterbodies and shorelines are closed
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Golden, B.C. Hikes Kootenay National Park
The Canadian government declared Kootenay a national park in 1920, when British Columbia agreed to relinquish the land 5 miles (8 km) on either side of the Trans-Canada Highway in exchange for federal funds to complete the highway's construction. In 1930 the park's area was some 590 square miles (1,520 square km), but it has since been.
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Kootenay National Park Canmore, Alberta and Kananaskis Travel Guide
Natasha — November 14, 2023 Home » B.C. » 15 Best Things to do in Kootenay National Park Kootenay National Park in British Columbia is 1,406 square kilometers of pure beauty, bordering Banff National Park; many visitors may not even know they entered a new park when traveling along the Banff-Windermere Highway.
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Numa Falls at Vermillion River, Kootenay national park, British Columbia, Canada Windows
2023-05-27 Explore the top things to see on your drive through the park. Stanley Glacier, Marble Canyon, Paint Pots, Numa Falls, Kootenay River, Olive Lake and more.
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Top 10 things to do in Kootenay National Park To Do Canada
Fees Cost of daily park admission, Parks Canada Discovery Pass, camping, backcountry permits, Burgess Shale guided hikes, Radium Hot Springs and fishing. Hours of operation Kootenay National Park is open year round. The peak season is during July and August. Open dates for visitor centre, campgrounds and seasonal closures. Pre-arrival checklist
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Kootenay National Park National parks, Kootenay national park, Canada travel
June 8, 2022 Our first Canadian national park experience - Kootenay National Park — did not disappoint! It's here you'll find epic sights of the Canadian Rockies, including parts of the Kootenay and Park Mountain ranges, the Kootenay River, and the entirety of the Vermilion River. Get ready for ample panoramic views! About Kootenay National Park
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Kootenay National Park Canada Natural Creations
Frontcountry camping oTENTik Backcountry camping Redstreak Campground Overnight accommodation Things to do Backpacking Canoeing Camping Cross country skiing Dog walking Geocaching Fishing Fossil hikes Hiking
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Why you should visit Kootenay National Park in Canada Ordinary Adventures
Kootenay National Park is a national park of Canada in southeastern British Columbia. The park consists of 1,406 km 2 (543 sq mi) of the Canadian Rockies, including parts of the Kootenay and Park mountain ranges, the Kootenay River and the entirety of the Vermilion River.
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Kootenay National Park, Unesco, BC, Canada Heroes Of Adventure
Located amongst Canada's Rocky Mountains, Kootenay National Park is a stunning destination in British Columbia . It's full of amazing scenery and tons of wildlife - I've even seen a grizzly bear here!
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Kootenay National Park Canada Natural Creations
Kootenay National Park is one of the most distinctive and beautiful parks in the Canadian Rockies, shaped like a lightning bolt and surrounded by epic, towering mountains.
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Kootenay National Park Amazing Destination You Must Visit!
Park information Acreage 347,430 acres Contact 250-347-9505 Helpful links Guides to the park Plan your next trip with curated Guides to the park Top Picks in Kootenay National Park 8 trails Activity Difficulty Length Suitability More filters Top trails (62) Hard • 4.7 (2240) #1 - Stanley Glacier Trail
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Marble Canyon in Kootenay National Park, BC. Kootenay national park, Marble canyon, National parks
Kootenay National Park is a part of the Rocky Mountains in southeastern British Columbia. The 1406 square kilometer (543 sq mi) park is known for its contrasting scenery and rich wildlife. The park features ice-capped summits, hanging glaciers, mirror-like mountain rivers, and vast forests. Vermilion river in Kootenay National Park.
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Kootenay National Park, British Colombia Traveling Huntleys
Kootenay National Park is located in the southeast corner of Alberta, Canada. The park covers an area of 543 square miles (1,406 sq km) and is one of Canada's most popular national parks.
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Kootenay National Park The Canadian Encyclopedia
Kootenay National Park sits in the Eastern Kootenay Range of the Canadian Rockies, and while not as large as Jasper or Banff, it is 543 square miles of classic Rockies peaks, rivers, lakes and even hot springs. The main attraction is often the Vermillion River, which is located entirely within the park, as well as Radium Hot Springs.
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Kootenay National Park The Destinators
Kootenay National Park (established 1920, 1406.4 km 2) is located on the west slope of the Continental Divide. The park, stretching north and south for 104 km, is bounded on the east by Banff and Mount Assiniboine Provincial Park on the north by Yoho National Park . Natural History
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Rockwall Trail, Kootenay National Park, BC, Canada r/hiking
Kootenay National Park was created way back in 1920, as a means to create a new road through the Rockies, and visitors are now so thankful that it was. The incredible beauty of the area is found in every waterfall, river, crevasse, mountaintop, and valley. You can explore by car or on foot, or a mixture of the two, whichever suits you best.