ACCESSIBLE, SCENIC OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES.
There are lots of calming, scenic activities around Revelstoke that won't require you to start your Strava, make king/queen of the mountain, or break a sweat.
The following recommendations are on the unceded, traditional territory of the Sinixt, the Secwépemc, the Sylix, and the Ktunaxa.
Year-Round Activity | Pet-friendly
Illecillewaet Greenbelt.
The Illecillewaet Greenbelt is the nearest spot to downtown Revelstoke for walks along the Columbia River. Stay on the paved multi-purpose path or venture toward the river. These trails are used by walkers, runners, dog walkers, gravel bikers, nordic skiers, fat bikers, and snowshoers.
Getting there: Begin your walk at Centennial Park Greenway, Kovach Park, or the Illecillewaet Bridge. All have available parking lots. Access the Columbia River flats* using the pedestrian footbridge over the Illecillewaet River.
*Water levels rapidly changing in the area.
/ Credit Shota Ida @shotaida
Mid-May - September | Great Excursion For Rainy Days
Blanket Creek Provincial Park.
Sutherland Falls is located within Blanket Creek, easily accessed by a flat path from the parking lot. Please stay on the trail to preserve the healthy forest ecosystem.
The park itself contains a man-made swimming lagoon, a playground, a historic homestead site, and picnic tables. A dog beach can be found a 10-minute walk down the reservoir.
Getting there: 15-minute drive, 25 km south of Revelstoke on Hwy 23.
Sutherland Waterfall
April - October | Scenic Drive & Water Access
Martha Creek Provincial Park.
Above the impressive Revelstoke Dam on Highway 23 North, the lake is a favourite hang-out spot. Marth Creek Provincial Park gives the public access to the lake via boat launch and public beach. It's a great spot for a picnic, to lie out in the sun, or take a swim. It's also a great spot for paddle boarding and canoeing.
Getting There: 20 minute drive on Highway 23N. No cell reception or fuel once you are past the dam, plan accordingly.
Martha Creek Provincial Park | P Tom Poole
June - September | Hidden Waterfalls
SUP from 5 Mile boat launch.
Just above the Revelstoke Dam is a small public boat launch that is a hot spot for stand-up paddle boarding and canoeing. Paddle up the lake and find hidden waterfalls, you may even see climbers just above the water on the impressive multi-pitch Waterworld wall.
Getting There: 10-minute drive on Highway 23N. No cell reception or fuel once you are past the dam, plan accordingly.
SUP, Lake Revelstoke | P Shota Ida
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