|
|
 |
Between the Rocky
Mountains and the mountain ranges to the west is the Rocky Mountain
Trench, source of two major rivers that flow to the north from their
respective sources, the Fraser River and the Columbia River. Paddling
down the Rocky Mountain trench in water that is amongst the clearest
in British Columbia, flanked by the Canadian Rockies, is an inspiring
near-wilderness experience. The area abounds with waterfowl and wildlife,
the fishing is superb, and the tranquility is difficult to match.
Relaxing guided canoe floats on the bird watching paradise of the
upper Columbia River provide easy trips with no rapids or portages.
The river braids and meanders for 235 km from the put-in on Columbia
Lake to the take-out at Donald Station Bridge, north of Golden,
requiring at least a week for the trip. Above Donald the river is
dammed at Mica creek to create Kinbasket Lake. Campsites can be found
on the many islands and gravel bars in the river, and fresh waters
is readily available from the side creeks. Easy access to the Columbia
River is facilitated by Highways 93, 95 and Trans-Canada
Highway 1 which flank the river for the entire stretch described.
The Kicking Horse River cuts a wild swath through the Yoho
Valley before spilling through a narrow stretch of canyon east of
Golden. Along the way it displays both a gentle and a ferocious side,
offering the most popular and exciting river adventure in the Canadian
Rockies on one of Canada's premier white water rivers. As an introduction
to rafting, calmer scenic floats in the area - some with just a taste
of whitewater - allow meandering trips through the breathtaking scenery
of the upper Kicking Horse River. This wilderness experience can be
combined with horse riding or mountain biking trips for a full day
of outdoor activity.
If you have the time, take a trip down the Elk River from
Elkford to Elko,
a weeklong journey of about 120 miles (193 km). There's excellent
paddling throughout the East Kootenays, including the North and South
Fraser drainages, and paddlers can explore the hundreds of miles of
lakeshore surrounding the larger lakes in the BC Rockies, amongst
magnificent scenery, with access to stunning pristine wilderness.
Weather conditions on these lakes can change very quickly and with
little warning, so whenever possible, stay close to the shoreline.
For a detailed account of these and other routes, consult Canadian
Rockies Whitewater and Canadian Rockies Whitewater/The Central
Rockies by Stuart Smith. |
| |
 |
 |
Canadian Adventure Rentals, Vancouver |
Listing Details |
|
Self-Drive Camping Vacations in British Columbia. Canadian Adventure Rentals will help you create the ultimate outdoor adventure. All packages include a luxury sports utility vehicle (unlimited mileage) fully equipped with camping gear for one to four persons. We also provide mountain bikes, kayaks and canoes, and will reserve campsites across BC for you. |
| |
| |
Kootenay River Runners, Radium Hot Springs |
Listing Details |
|
We introduce adventurers to the delights of river rafting, guiding you down the First Class whitewater Kicking Horse River, and the pristine Kootenay and Columbia Rivers - some of the most impressive mountain landscape in the Canadian Rockies. We will take care of you, whether your interests are challenging whitewater, family rafting, or an extended wilderness adventure. |
| |
| |
Nipika Lodge & Touring Centre, Invermere |
Listing Details |
|
Simply Spectacular, Spectacularly Simple! Enjoy Canada's most beautiful wilderness in luxury Timber frame or log cabins, in the heart of the B.C. Rocky Mountains - the perfect spot to get away from it all. Come hiking, biking, rafting, canoeing, cross-country skiing and snow shoeing, or just sit back on the porch and do nothing. Life is short - Play Hard. |
| |
|
|
Web
Design by Sage
Internet Solutions.