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Wedged into the rocky and remote creases of these stunning mountains are untamed natural hot springs that soothe, inspire and rejuvenate. Driving along quiet, tree-lined lakeshores where rustic resorts, historic silver-rush towns, natural caves and backcountry trails leave a lasting impression. Venture into this therapeutic wilderness on bike, on foot or in a kayak – then relax in warm, mineral rich water at some of the most enticing natural hot springs pools in British Columbia. HOT SPRINGS Approx 800 km / 500 mi Ainsworth Hot Springs | Kari Medig photo Remote, culture-rich towns that cling to their old-world charm. Hidden waterfalls. Adventures on a zipline, mountain bike and whitewater raft. The International Selkirk Loop crosses the border but the mantra is the same – explore and experience until your heart is content. Discover eclectic art galleries, vibrant mountain towns, stunning turn-of-the-century architecture, gourmet dining, live music and festivals – all wrapped in an authentic, out-there vibe that can only be found in grand, off-the-grid locales. Incomparable scenic beauty is waiting to be explored around every corner – crystal clear rivers, lakes, waterfalls, beaches, mineral hot springs, alpine meadows and snow-capped mountains. Outdoor pursuits here are epic – the area is one of Canada’s pre-eminent destinations for hiking and mountain biking, as well as for whitewater rafting. There are also opportunities to visit restored heritage towns, thriving arts communities and gold rush boomtowns. View the detailed itineraries for these Road Trips and more online at KootenayRockies.com. The interior of British Columbia is christened with rich landscapes teeming with diversity. Lakes, mountains, deserts, valleys and exciting urban centres are ripe for exploration. For its length and limitless opportunities, the Mountains and Vineyards Route reigns supreme. Discover pristine orchards, beautiful vineyards that hug the rolling hills and family-run farms. Taste the bounty of this fertile land. In the warm evening glow, settle into a mountain resort where wine tastings and locally-inspired food will win your heart. Quiet roads that twist through the heart of the British Columbia wilderness. Dense forests that yield to rising rock and glacier-scoured summits where only the bravest mountaineers have ventured. A place to be respected and admired. Stunning backcountry beauty is around every corner on the West Koot Route. Soak it in. Stop for a hike, paddle a perfect lake, fling a fly in a trout-filled stream and find your little patch of paradise in the West Kootenay. Where the prairies meet the mountains. Cowboy country. These are lands wild and vast. Sacred, sweeping views that Indigenous people have honoured and revered for centuries. The allure of the Rockies & Ranchlands route speaks to romantics, ranchmen and railroading enthusiasts. Explore heritage gold rush towns, mountain resorts, national parks, antique stores, a sacred buffalo jump and western themed villages. WEST KOOT ROUTE Approx 450 km / 280 mi MOUNTAINS & VINEYARDS Approx 1,250 km / 775 mi SILVERY SLOCAN Approx 215 km / 135 mi SELKIRK LOOP Approx 450 km / 280 mi ROCKIES & RANCHLANDS Approx 1,025 km / 635 mi the kootenay rockies is british columbia’s mountain playground Creston Vineyards | Dave Heath photo Rocky Mountain backdrop and city of Kimberley | Kari Medig photo Upper Arrow Lake | Dave Heath photo Kokanee Creek Park | Dave Heath photo Nelson & Kootenay Lake | Kari Medig photo Fort Steele Heritage Town | Kari Medig photo THESE SUGGESTED ROAD TRIPS HIGHLIGHT MANY OF THE AREA’S ATTRACTIONS AND ACTIVITIES – BUT THERE’S SO MUCH MORE TO DISCOVER. GOLDEN TRIANGLE Approx 315 km / 195 mi Rockwall Trail KNP | Kari Medig photo Lined with soaring, jagged mountains covered in snow and ice, the Golden Triangle features some of the most scintillating scenes in Canada. Enjoy never- ending views of the Columbia Valley Wetlands (one of the longest intact wetlands in North America) and embark on a trek-of-a-lifetime as you saunter into the natural world where rushing rivers, emerald lakes and sky-high peaks dominate the landscape. After the exploration, unwind in a timber-framed mountain lodge, refuel with a gourmet meal and relax by the crackling fire. Journey into the wild-west past when bars and brothels, saloons and silver, ruled the day. Wander through pristine forests, swerve along scenic single-track, hike through an alpine meadow filled with wildflowers and visit an ancient ghost town – rich with mine ruins, an eclectic museum and turn-of-the-century buildings – that beckons anyone with a taste for adventure. End your day by easing into a lakeside town where cool cafés, streetside markets and renowned restaurants will give you a ‘taste’ of this region’s famous mountain culture. Nancy Greene Syringa Champion Lakes Lockhart Creek Wasa Lake Rosebery Beaver Creek Mount Fernie Moyie Lake Jimsmith Lake Kikomun Creek Norbury Lake Dry Gulch Blanket Creek Martha Creek Kokanee Creek Arrow Lakes Summit Lake McDonald Creek Greenwood Pacific Time 1 Mountain Time 2 C O L U M B I A M O U N T A I N S R O C K Y M O U N T A I N S C losed Wint e r Going-to-the-Sun Road (Closed Winter) Sandon James Chabot Park Yahk Cody Caves ALBERTA BRITISH COLUMBIA Kootenay Rockies REGION 70km/43 m i K o o t e n ay R ockie s Kootenay R o c kie s T h o m p son O kan a g a n Tho m p s o n O k a n a g a n Canyon Hot Springs Halfway River Hot Springs Metaline Metaline Falls 7 4 k m /4 5 m i Kootenay Lake Mirror Lake Glacier 2 2 22 22 3 6 3 22 22 17 533 To Jasper 233 km / 145 mi To Edmonton 294 km / 183 mi To Medicine Hat 294 km / 182 mi To Kalispell 120 km / 75 mi Colville Height of the Rockies Elk Lakes Kianuko Kokanee Glacier Valhalla Monashee Goat Range Gilnockie Top of the World Whiteswan Lake Premier Lake Stagleap Park West Arm St Mary’s Alpine M O N A S H E E M O U N T A I N S P U R C E L L M O U N T A I N S S E L K I R K M O U N T A I N S Glacier Yoho Kootenay Purcell Wilderness Conservancy Banff Mount Assiniboine Mt. Revelstoke Gladstone Granby Silver Star Okanagan Mountain Myra Bellevue Bugaboo Graystokes 95 95 93 95 93 95 95A 93 93 93 43 43 3 3 95 3 3 3 3 3 3 3A 3A 3A 3B 93 93 40 40 22 2 1A 1A 21 23 23 6 6 6 6 22 6 31 31 31 31 31A 22A 23 3 3B 93 37 95 1 2 2 2 95 31 20 20 2 9 2 Kettle Falls Republic Tonasket Peter Lougheed Spray Valley Upper Arrow L Kinbasket L. Windermere L. Columbia L. L. Koocanusa Trout L. Kootenay Lake Arrow Lower Christina L. L. Minnewanka Lake Priest L. Hu Okanagan L. Okanagan L. Skaha L. Mara L. Shushwap L. Adams L. Whitefish L. Lake McDonald Waterton L. Elbow-Sheep Wildland Chain Lakes Bow Valley Wildland Kananaskis Country Kimberley Cranbrook Nelson Trail Castlegar Revelstoke Enderby Fernie Creston Rossland Grand Forks Kelowna Penticton Vernon Armstrong Sicamous Cochrane Calgary Elkford Sparwood Fairmont Hot Springs Invermere Radium Hot Springs Village of Golden Field Nakusp Kaslo New Denver Silverton Slocan Winlaw Osoyoos Summerland Salmon Arm Lake Louise Banff Canmore Black Diamond High River Nanton Claresholm Fort Macleod Cardston Pincher Creek Lundbreck Waterton West Glacier Saint Mary Whitefish Bonners Ferry Tiger Ione Cascade Christina Lake Paterson Oliver Oroville Kaleden Midway Danville Carson Okanagan Falls Bridesville Rock Creek Keremeos Canal Flats Sirdar Wynndel Boswell Sanca Skookumchuck Wardner Jaffray Fauquier Needles Shelter Bay Three Valley Burton Meadow Creek Malakwa Lake Country Winfield Arrow Park Galena Bay Trout Lake Argenta Howser Johnsons Landing Northport Waneta Kingsgate Rykerts Nelway Windermere Sinclair Pass Kootenay Bay Crawford Bay Gray Creek Balfour Riondel Crescent Valley Harrop Naramata Edgewood Peachland Westbank Ta Ta Creek Procter Spillimacheen Brisco Parson Edgewater Harrogate Crossing Coleman Blairmore Rogers Pass Fruitvale Montrose Eureka Chief Mountain Carway Port of Piegan Salmo Ymir Yahk Moyie Frank Okotoks Longview Turner Valley Kananaskis Village Donald Vermilion Elko Roosville Cherryville Lumby Columbia Falls Libby Panorama Mountain Resort Hills Craigellachie Lussier Hot Springs Fort Steele Heritage Town Radium Hot Springs Ainsworth Hot Springs Nakusp Hot Springs Halcyon Hot Springs 97C 3 3A 33 97 97 97A To Vancouver 396 km / 246 mi To Vancouver 462 km / 287 mi 20 97 7 97 WASHINGTON 395 22 25 6 89 2 To Vancouver 535 km / 332 mi To Spokane 200 km / 124 mi To Sandpoint 95 km / 59 mi 97 MONTANA IDAHO 29k m / 1 8 m i 3 2 k m / 2 0 m i 36km/22 m i 55k m /3 4 m i 3 5 k m / 2 2 m i 69km/4 3 m i 11 k m /7 m i 38k m /2 4 m i 1 3 k m / 8 m i 7 8km/48mi 3 1 k m / 19mi 27k m / 1 7 m i 24k m /15mi 8 9k m / 5 5 m i 1 3 k m /8 mi 1 0 5k m/65mi 1 0 5 k m/65m i 3 3k m /20mi 2 8 k m /18mi 8 4k m/52mi 128km /80 m i 3 4 k m /2 1 m i 4 1 k m / 2 5 m i 1 4 k m /9 m i 69 k m / 4 3 m i 11km/ 7mi 2 3 k m /1 4 m i 26k m / 1 6 mi 2 6 k m /1 6 m i 2 1k m / 1 3 m i 2 8 k m /17m i 2 0 k m / 1 2 m i 21 k m /1 3 m i 7 9k m / 4 9 m i 4 7 k m /29 m i 4 0 k m /25 m i 99km/62 m i 47k m / 2 9 m i 5 5 k m / 3 4 m i 49km/30 m i 148km/92mi 5 7 k m / 3 5 m i 135km /8 4 m i 75km/47 m i 4 6 k m /2 9 m i 1 3 6 k m / 8 5 m i 2 5 k m / 1 6 m i 4 9 k m / 3 0 m i 5 0 k m / 3 1 m i 5 1 k m /3 2 m i 36km/22 m i 2 8 k m / 1 7 mi 10km/ 6mi 7km/ 4mi 47km/ 29mi 9km/6mi 8km/5mi 9 2 k m / 5 7 m i 8 2 k m /51mi 3 7 k m /23m i 1 3 3 k m /82m i 7 7 k m /4 8mi 65k m/40mi 5 5 k m /34mi 8 0 k m / 5 0 m i 6 2 k m /39 m i Multi-lane Highways Major Highways Secondary Roads Ferries Cities Towns Villages Daily Air Service National & Provincial Parks Parks with Vehicle/Tent Campsite 3 BORDER CROSSINGS At the Canadian/US border, be sure to carry your passport or equivalent. For information and updates, visit: Travel.state.gov, Cbsa.gc.ca or call: 1-800-461-9999 Roosville & Kingsgate (Cranbrook) open 24 hrs Rykerts (Creston) 7am-11pm Nelway (Nelson) 8am-midnight Waneta (Trail) 9am-5pm Paterson (Rossland) open 24 hrs Cascade (Christina Lake) 8am-midnight Carson (Grand Forks) 8am-midnight Midway (Okanagan) 9am-5pm Oroville (Osoyoos) open 24 hrs FERRY CROSSINGS Year-round free service. DriveBC.ca KOOTENAY LAKE: HIGHWAY 3A From Balfour, 6:30am-9:40pm From Kootenay Bay, 7:10am-10:20pm Crossing time: 35 minutes 250-229-4215 HARROP: HIGHWAY 3A Across Kootenay River to Harrop and Procter Crossing time: 5 minutes On demand: 24 hours 250-229-5650 UPPER ARROW LAKE: HIGHWAY 23 From Shelter Bay, 5am-midnight every hour From Galena Bay, 5:30am-12:30am every hour Crossing time: 20 minutes 250-265-2105 ARROW PARK: HIGHWAY 6 Junction of Upper and Lower Arrow Lakes Crossing time: 5 minutes On demand: 5am-12:05pm; 2:15pm-9:20pm 250-265-2105 LOWER ARROW LAKE: HIGHWAY 6 From Fauquier: 5am-10pm; every half hour From Needles: 5:15am-9:45pm; every half hour Crossing time: 5 minutes Shuttle Service: 10pm-5am 250-265-2105 ROAD CONDITIONS 1-800-550-4997 Visit DriveBC.ca for real time info. ELECTRIC VEHICLE TRAVEL A strong EV Charger network is installed throughout the region. Plan your trip: PlugShare.com and AccelerateKootenays.ca Vancouver BRITISH COLUMBIA Portland Calgary Los Angeles Montreal Toronto New York Chicago U. S. A. CANADA San Francisco Spokane Seattle Minneapolis Salt Lake City KOOTENAY ROCKIES “SUPER, NATURAL BRITISH COLUMBIA” and “VISITOR CENTRE” and all associated logos / trademarks are trademarks or Official marks of Destination BC Corp. This map of the Kootenay Rockies region is intended as a locator map only and is designed to be used in conjunction with the BC Road Map and Parks Guide available at Visitor Centres. Printed in Canada for Free Distribution.

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Wedged into the rocky and remote creases of these stunning mountains are untamed natural hot springs that soothe, inspire and rejuvenate. Driving along

quiet, tree-lined lakeshores where rustic resorts, historic silver-rush towns, natural caves and backcountry trails leave a lasting impression. Venture into this therapeutic wilderness on bike, on foot or in a kayak – then relax in warm, mineral rich water at some of the most enticing natural hot springs pools in British Columbia.

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Remote, culture-rich towns that cling to their old-world charm. Hidden waterfalls. Adventures on a zipline, mountain bike and whitewater raft. The International Selkirk

Loop crosses the border but the mantra is the same – explore and experience until your heart is content. Discover eclectic art galleries, vibrant mountain towns, stunning turn-of-the-century architecture, gourmet dining, live music and festivals – all wrapped in an authentic, out-there vibe that can only be found in grand, off-the-grid locales.

Incomparable scenic beauty is waiting to be explored around every corner – crystal clear rivers, lakes, waterfalls, beaches, mineral hot springs, alpine meadows and snow-capped mountains.

Outdoor pursuits here are epic – the area is one of Canada’s pre-eminent destinations for hiking and mountain biking, as well as for whitewater rafting. There are also opportunities to visit restored heritage towns, thriving arts communities and gold rush boomtowns.

View the detailed itineraries for these Road Trips and more online at KootenayRockies.com.

The interior of British Columbia is christened with rich landscapes teeming with diversity.  Lakes, mountains,

deserts, valleys and exciting urban centres are ripe for exploration. For its length and limitless opportunities, the Mountains and Vineyards Route reigns supreme. Discover pristine orchards, beautiful vineyards that hug the rolling hills and family-run farms. Taste the bounty of this fertile land. In the warm evening glow, settle into a mountain resort where wine tastings and locally-inspired food will win your heart.

Quiet roads that twist through the heart of the British Columbia wilderness. Dense forests that yield to rising rock

and glacier-scoured summits where only the bravest mountaineers have ventured. A place to be respected and admired. Stunning backcountry beauty is around every corner on the West Koot Route. Soak it in. Stop for a hike, paddle a perfect lake, fling a fly in a trout-filled stream and find your little patch of paradise in the West Kootenay.

Where the prairies meet the mountains. Cowboy country. These are lands wild and vast. Sacred, sweeping views that

Indigenous people have honoured and revered for centuries. The allure of the Rockies & Ranchlands route speaks to romantics, ranchmen and railroading enthusiasts. Explore heritage gold rush towns, mountain resorts, national parks, antique stores, a sacred buffalo jump and western themed villages.

WEST KOOT ROUTEApprox 450 km / 280 mi

MOUNTAINS & VINEYARDSApprox 1,250 km / 775 mi

SILVERY SLOCANApprox 215 km / 135 mi

SELKIRK LOOPApprox 450 km / 280 mi

ROCKIES & RANCHLANDSApprox 1,025 km / 635 mi

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Journey into the wild-west past when bars and brothels, saloons and silver, ruled the day. Wander through pristine forests, swerve along scenic single-track, hike through an alpine meadow filled

with wildflowers and visit an ancient ghost town – rich with mine ruins, an eclectic museum and turn-of-the-century buildings – that beckons anyone with a taste for adventure. End your day by easing into a lakeside town where cool cafés, streetside markets and renowned restaurants will give you a ‘taste’ of this region’s famous mountain culture.

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BORDER CROSSINGSAt the Canadian/US border, be sure to carry your passport or equivalent. For information and updates, visit: Travel.state.gov, Cbsa.gc.ca or call: 1-800-461-9999Roosville & Kingsgate (Cranbrook) open 24 hrsRykerts (Creston) 7am-11pmNelway (Nelson) 8am-midnightWaneta (Trail) 9am-5pmPaterson (Rossland) open 24 hrsCascade (Christina Lake) 8am-midnight Carson (Grand Forks) 8am-midnightMidway (Okanagan) 9am-5pmOroville (Osoyoos) open 24 hrs

FERRY CROSSINGSYear-round free service. DriveBC.caKOOTENAY LAKE: HIGHWAY 3A From Balfour, 6:30am-9:40pmFrom Kootenay Bay, 7:10am-10:20pmCrossing time: 35 minutes 250-229-4215HARROP: HIGHWAY 3A Across Kootenay River to Harrop and ProcterCrossing time: 5 minutes On demand: 24 hours 250-229-5650UPPER ARROW LAKE: HIGHWAY 23From Shelter Bay, 5am-midnight every hourFrom Galena Bay, 5:30am-12:30am every hour Crossing time: 20 minutes250-265-2105ARROW PARK: HIGHWAY 6 Junction of Upper and Lower Arrow LakesCrossing time: 5 minutesOn demand: 5am-12:05pm; 2:15pm-9:20pm250-265-2105LOWER ARROW LAKE: HIGHWAY 6From Fauquier: 5am-10pm; every half hourFrom Needles: 5:15am-9:45pm; every half hourCrossing time: 5 minutesShuttle Service: 10pm-5am 250-265-2105

ROAD CONDITIONS 1-800-550-4997 Visit DriveBC.ca for real time info.ELECTRIC VEHICLE TRAVELA strong EV Charger network is installed throughout the region.Plan your trip: PlugShare.com and AccelerateKootenays.ca

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This map of the Kootenay Rockies region is intended as a locator map only and is designed to be used in conjunction with the BC Road Map and Parks Guide available at Visitor Centres.

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the kootenay rockies is british columbia’s powder highwayNot much tops skiing down a gorgeous, pine-lined run with deep pillow-soft powder beneath your feet. The Kootenay Rockies’ Powder Highway, an adventure-filled highway-to-heaven that’s peppered with world-class ski resorts, is more than just the epic skiing and boarding.

Snowshoeing, fat biking, dog sledding and snowmobiling are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to off-piste activities. The Kootenay Rockies is your road to winter – discover the myriad of winter experiences.

BACKCOUNTRYThousands of hectares of unspoiled, uninhabited terrain in the Kootenay Rockies is a huge draw for adventurers of all makes and models. Backcountry lodges nestled deep in the mountains include luxurious retreats offering helicopter

access, meals, guides and track-set trails. You can also ski tour to a rustic self-catered cabin, or embark on a wilderness lodge-to-lodge expedition.

NORDICThanks to numerous communities boasting networks of groomed trails, the graceful gliding of Nordic skiing is one of the region’s prized pastimes. Nipika Mountain Resort is a Nordic ski mecca with 50 km of groomed trails and 25 km

of dedicated fat bike trails. Whether you are gliding effortlessly or poling through the pines, rest assured – your free heel is a free heart.

SNOWSHOEINGIf you can walk, you can snowshoe! Indeed, not many sports are as easy to get into as snowshoeing. And not many regions are as perfect for pouncing through powder as the Kootenay Rockies. Trails are, literally, everywhere. No lift

lines, limited gear, fun for the whole family, inexpensive, great workout, go on your own or take a guided tour.

SNOWMOBILING‘A sledding paradise’ is how snowmobiling enthusiasts describe the region. While hot spots such as Revelstoke, Elkford, Golden and Panorama immediately come to mind, the options of where you can go are limitless. From exploring remote snow-

smothered valleys to blazing trails to a cabin-in-the-woods or high-alpine powder bowls, snowmobiling here is world-renowned.

FAT BIKINGThanks to fat bikes with big low-pressure tires that glide over packed snow trails, there’s no need to stop pedalling in winter. Awesome winter riding is yours for the taking in and around the communities. Mountain biking hot spots – like Fernie,

Golden and Nelson – offer plenty of trails for winter riders. Make no mistake, fat biking is here to stay.

SKATINGWhoever thinks skating isn’t an adventure hasn’t put on blades and cruised around the famous Lake Windermere Whiteway. This 34 km (21 mi) of maintained ice (you can also cross-country ski around it) is the longest skating path in the world.

Not surprisingly, it continues to grow in popularity every year. Almost all Kootenay Rockies communities, and many resorts, host skating rinks.

DOG SLEDDINGA journey through the wilderness aboard a husky powered dogsled is a breathtaking experience. From the energy and excitement of the dogs, to the smooth slide of the sled, there is nothing quite like it. Mountain communities such as Golden

and Revelstoke, offer a variety of tours (including mush-your-own-team options) through some of the prettiest terrain in the Kootenay Rockies.

ALPINE RESORTS• Fairmont Hot Springs Resort• Fernie Alpine Resort• Kicking Horse

Mountain Resort (Golden) • Kimberley Alpine Resort

• Panorama Mountain Resort• RED Mountain Resort (Rossland)• Revelstoke Mountain Resort• Whitewater Ski Resort (Nelson)

CAT-SKIING• Baldface Lodge (Nelson) • Big Red Cats (Rossland)• Chatter Creek (Golden)• Fernie Wilderness Adventures• Great Northern

Snowcat Skiing (Trout Lake) • Island Lake Catskiing (Fernie)• K3 Cat Ski (Revelstoke)• Keefer Lake Lodge (Cherryville)

• Monashee Powder Snowcats (Revelstoke)

• Mustang Powder (Revelstoke)• Retallack Lodge (New Denver)• Revelstoke Mountain Resort• Selkirk Snowcat Skiing

(Meadow Creek) • Valhalla PowderCats (Slocan)• White Grizzly (Meadow Creek)

HELI-SKIING• Canadian Mountain Holidays

(9 lodges) • Chatter Creek (Golden)• Eagle Pass Heliski (Revelstoke)• Great Canadian

Heli-Skiing (Golden)• Kingfisher

HeliSkiing (Cherryville)• Mica HeliSkiing (Revelstoke)

• Purcell Heli-Skiing (Golden)• RK Heli-Ski Panorama

(Invermere)• Selkirk Tangiers

Heli-Skiing (Revelstoke)• Snowwater

Heli-Skiing (Slocan) • Stellar Heli-Skiing (Kaslo) T O U R I S M

Kootenay Rockies TourismKimberley, BC CANADA250-427-4838 | [email protected] KootenayBrochures.ca #KOOTROCKS

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DRIVE TIMES(times are approximate)Fernie to Kimberley 1 hr 20 minKimberley to Fairmont 1 hr 10 minFairmont to Panorama 40 minPanorama to Golden 1 hr 40 minGolden to Revelstoke 2 hrsRevelstoke to Rossland 4 hrsRossland to Nelson 1 hrCalgary to Golden 3 hrsCalgary to Fernie 3 hrs 30 minLethbridge to Fernie 2 hrs 30 minKamloops to Revelstoke 2 hrs 40 minKelowna to Revelstoke 2 hrs 50 minKelowna to Rossland 4 hrs