Castlegar is located at the confluence of the Columbia and Kootenay Rivers.    For the hiking and biking enthusiasts, excellent recreation opportunities can be found on both sides of the Columbia River.

An extremely popular day ride, is the Columbia and Western Railbed Trail. It's an abandoned rail grade between Midway and Castlegar. This historic trail was originally built in 1897 so pack a lunch for this one, it's a great trip.  You'll enjoy the scenic heritage.

The Merry Creek Trails, just a few kilometres west of Castlegar on Highway 3, is where you can discover some  the area's earliest history. 

And, if you like wildlife, you will love the Mel DeAnna Trail, just across the Kinnaird Bridge on the Castlegar/Salmo Highway. 

Dove Hill, Kinnaird Pipeline or the Brilliant Dam ride are other choice adventures.

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