Your Guide To Summer In Revelstoke

No better way to explore the mountains than with two feet and a heartbeat. Before heading out, check the trail conditions - some trails will be snowbound or closed due to bear activity.

Mount Revelstoke National Park offers stunning hikes for all abilities. Drive up the Meadows in the Sky Parkway and take the short trail to the summit for breathtaking 360 views of the Selkirk and Monashee mountains. Eva Lake is hard to beat if you’re ready for a longer hike. The trail weaves through dense rainforest into gorgeous sub-alpine forests before ending at Eva Lake.

Revelstoke also has Glacier National Park on the doorstep, which offers world-class hiking. For a challenging hike that offers amazing views, check out Perley Rock. Experience glaciers, waterfalls, and crystal blue alpine lakes. This hike is not for the faint-hearted but the rewards are epic.

Heatwaves come through Revelstoke during the summer and there are a bunch of spots locals and visitors flock to, to cool down. Revelstoke bodies of water vary in temperature, with small lakes warming up fairly quickly, while others are glacier-fed and stay cool all summer long.

Williamson Lake and Blanket Creek Provincial Park both have small lakes that are great for families. Martha Creek Provincial Park is a great spot to dip into Lake Revelstoke, which stays cool year-round.

Revelstoke is known for its alpine mountain riding. The Frisby Ridge climb takes you through the sub-alpine rainforest to the alpine lakes which are nothing short of spectacular, but especially impressive in wildflower season.

For road and gravel bikers, check out the Meadows in the Sky Parkway for a scenic (but long) climb up Mount Revelstoke.

Please check trail conditions and opening dates for all alpine rides before getting out there. Don’t forget to donate to the Revelstoke Cycling Association for all their hard work on the trails.

Why not rent a paddleboard or canoe and explore Lake Revelstoke? The lake is full of neat places to put a boat into the water and explore the secret coves and waterfalls along the shore.

If you’re after a watersport that’s a bit more exhilarating, book a trip with one of our whitewater rafting providers. The Illecillewaet River provides rapids, thrills, spills, and a whole heap of fun. Trips can fill up early, so don’t hesitate to call ahead!

Get a birds-eye view of Revelstoke from above and explore the Columbia Valley, glaciers, and alpine lakes with a flight tour. We recommend choosing a morning or evening timeslot to avoid the mid-day heat!
Tours usually range from 20 minutes to 1 hour and are flexible with weather conditions.

All summer long, rain or shine, Revelstoke has two local Summer Markets running from 8 am - 1 pm on Saturdays. The Revelstoke Farm & Craft Market and the Local Food Initiative Market are located in downtown Revelstoke on First St. East, between MacKenzie Ave. and Orton Ave.

Locally sourced dairy, handmade gelato, and popsicles from a bike... There are all kinds of delicious cold treats in Revelstoke! Stop at La Baguette if you’re looking for handcrafted gelato and sorbet. Head to the Sugar Shack for New Zealand-style real fruit soft serve blended right in front of you. 

Most of our restaurants expand into the streets with pop-up patios or open up their garden back patios. Bring the sunnies, bask in the sunlight, and enjoy the vitamin D.

Enjoy Craft Bierhaus's street front patio or head to the more intimate back deck patio. The Revelstoke Golf Club's restaurant offers an opportunity to eat outdoors in the tranquil setting of the greens, tucked away next to the Columbia River.

Revelstoke is all about apres! Home to a distillery and two breweries, our local cocktails and brews are some of the best in BC. Choose a patio, bask in the summer sun and mountain views, and recover before the next day of adventures.

Once you’ve quenched your thirst, there are so many wonderful places to eat in Revelstoke - take a peek at the Eat & Drink section of our website to pick and choose from a diverse and delicious range of options.