Kootenay National Park
British Columbia
•Est. 21 April 1920
Area
1,406 km² (543 sq mi)
Natural Region
Rocky Mountains
Annual Visitors
574,126
Established
21 April 1920
About the Park
Part of the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site, Kootenay features diverse landscapes including the Radium Hot Springs, Marble Canyon, and the Paint Pots.
Park Location
History
Created in 1920 as part of an agreement to build the Banff-Windermere Highway, with land extending 8 km on each side designated as parkland.
Landscapes
The park showcases rugged mountains, deep canyons, alpine meadows, hot springs, and features like Sinclair Canyon and Olive Lake.
Wildlife
Inhabited by black and grizzly bears, elk, moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, and various bird species.
Activities
Offers hiking, camping, wildlife viewing, soaking in Radium Hot Springs, and exploring trails like the Rockwall and Stanley Glacier trails.
Park Features
Natural Beauty
Pristine Wilderness
Wildlife
Native Species
Activities
Outdoor Adventures
Scenic Views
Photo Opportunities
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