

Tucked into the Selkirk Mountains along Kootenay Lake, this artsy mountain town boasts a remarkable collection of restored heritage buildings from the 1886 silver rush. Baker Street forms the beating heart where galleries and funky boutiques occupy Victorian-era storefronts. In winter, powder hounds flock to Whitewater Ski Resort for legendary deep snow without the resort crowds. Summer brings paddlers to the crystal waters of Kootenay Lake, while hikers explore Kokanee Creek Provincial Park. Film buffs might recognize the streets from Steve Martin's 'Roxanne,' which used the town's picture-perfect setting as its backdrop. Lakeside Park offers a perfect sunset spot after browsing the eclectic shops that give this mountain haven its creative soul.

