Castlegar City Overview (Go to the Castlegar Sport Hotels Section)

Castlegar takes pride in its friendly atmosphere, and it's convenient, central location in the Kootenays has established Castlegar as the hub of commercial activity within the region.

Highways 3, 3A and 22 put Castlegar at the regional centre with Nelson, Trail, the Slocan Valley and Grand Forks within an hour's drive. Being home to both the regional airport and Selkirk College, Castlegar is positioned to serve the needs of the Kootenays and beyond.

The amicable climate and breathtaking scenery offer a lifestyle that includes an unlimited range of outdoor recreational activities. Being located at the confluence of the Columbia and Kootenay Rivers provides for exceptional fishing, boating, kayaking, and general recreation water sports. Castlegar is just a short distance from championship golf courses, two world-class alpine ski resorts, groomed cross country ski trails, and endless hiking, mountain biking, and camping possibilities.

Castlegar British Columbia has great opportunities for sport tournaments of all kinds. Sport tourism is a part of Castlegar and it can host a wide range of sports.