Head inside during times of diminished air quality.
Often in the summer time, wildfire smoke can make it difficult to recreate in Revelstoke and can impede our stunning mountain views. If you're in Revelstoke during a smoky period, there's still plenty of fun indoor and gentle activities you can do!
Travel back in time
Revelstoke is home to some fantastic museums. Learn about our industrial past and how the railway and forestry industry shaped Revelstoke at the Railway Museum and The BC Interior Forestry Museum and Forest Discovery Centre. Immerse yourself in our rich history with a walking cemetery tour or heritage building tour at the Revelstoke Museum and Archives.
Drink your favourite beverage
Revelstoke is home to two breweries, distilleries, and skilled baristas. Named Canada’s best brewery in 2017, Begbie Brewing is a great place to escape the rain and enjoy a flight in their tasting room. For an easily accessible brew, head to Rumpus Beer Co right downtown. There’s a constantly evolving menu, based on what people are enjoying. Just around the corner is Monashee Spirits Craft Distillery, our local source for vodka, gin, and special edition spirits. Boasting the largest spirit collection and largest whisky collection in BC, stop in for an amazing cocktail and take home your own bottle of Revelstoke spirit. Alcohol not your thing? Go on a caffeine tour and taste coffee from each of our wonderful cafes.
Drive to epic experiences
There are some fantastic experiences just out of town if you feel like going for a drive. Head south and go for a soak at Halcyon Hot Springs. Head west and climb through the high ropes activities at Sky Trek Adventure Park, explore the magical Enchanted Forest, or visit the Ghost Town at Three Valley Gap. For a scenic drive, head to Highway 23 North and go on a tour of the Revelstoke Dam. Continue down the highway to surround yourself with mountains, glaciers, and forests and watch the sunset over Lake Revelstoke.
Get visual
Brighten a gloomy day by visiting the exciting displays at our art galleries. The Revelstoke Visual Arts Centre has new exhibitions every month and hosts many workshops. In the heart of downtown you can visit Art First; an independent art gallery showcasing local art. Meander the alleyways of Revelstoke you’ll find public art displays or ‘Art Alleries’ as we call them.
Sit by the water
If it's smoky, it's probably hot. Cool off at some of our local swimming spots or if the smoke lifts, try a gentle paddle adventure. We recommend whitewater rafting or going for a SUP on Lake Revelstoke
Indoor action
There are many things to try inside in Revelstoke. Book a yoga class, or go for a swim and sauna at the aquatic centre. Test your skills at the Revelstoke Escape Rooms or book a glass blowing workshop at Big Eddy Glass Works.
Retail Therapy
Hit the shops to find local treasures. Love Making Designs produces locally printed clothing, find locally made, high quality jewellery at Kat Cadegan Jewellery, or take home some gear from our variety of adventure tourism outfitters. Walking through our historic downtown is a great place to start your retail journey.
Make sure to check local advisories before you go. Our wildfire resource page is a great place to start.
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