Feel the rush of nature.
Revelstoke gets a lot of snow which leads to spectacular spring runoff. For maximum velocity, visit Revelstoke's waterfalls in the spring when the snow melts away. For an otherworldly experience, strap on a pair of snowshoes and visit a frozen waterfall in the winter. There are a number of waterfalls that are easily accessible from Revelstoke. Our favourites are Begbie Falls and Sutherland Falls.
Sutherland falls
1 km May - September | 3.5 km Winter | Blanket Creek Provincial Park
Accessed by driving 23 km on Highway 23 South. The Sutherland Falls Hiking Trail at Blanket Creek Provincial Park leads to a 12m high waterfall. This short seasonal trail will take you approximately 15 minutes, walking through a forest of western cedar and hemlock, white pine, and moss. A large sign within the park will direct you to the trailhead parking lot. This is a great accessible hike for all ages.
In the winter, you’ll start at the park gate and walk down the winding road. Give yourself at least an hour. Consider wearing snowshoes, microspikes, or ice cleats.
Begbie falls
3km one way | Begbie Falls Recreation Trail
Accessed by driving 8 km on Highway 23 South. Look for the trailhead sign and parking lot on the left.
From the parking area on Highway 23 South, this trail will take you through a beautiful forest, mostly following Begbie Creek. Keep to the main trail, away from the bluffs. When arriving at the Begbie Falls Recreation Site, you’re a short and steep 15-minute hike away from the waterfall platform. This trail is managed by Recreation Sites and Trails BC.
Bear Creek Falls
1 km Return | Glacier National Park
9 km east of the Rogers Pass Discovery Centre. If travelling from the east (from Alberta), there is no left turn; turn around at Hermit trailhead and approach from the west (from Revelstoke).
A short but sweet trail leads you down to a glacial waterfall where the Connaught Creek waters cascade down the falls joining the Beaver River. At the bottom of the hill, stay on the main trail to go to the falls. Keep in mind that the stroll back up the hill may have you breaking a little bit of a sweat!
