Kootenay National Park Travel Guide

Trek Zone
National parkUnesco

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Alternative names: Established: 21 April 1920 (104 years ago)Unesco: from 1984Area: 543.01 mi²Elevation: 3835 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 50°52'59"N, 116°2'56"W
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British ColumbiaCanada

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Kootenay National Park Top Attractions

Kootenay National Park Attractions - What to See and Explore

Kootenay National Park offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Numa Falls, Floe Lake, Mount Fay, Mount Selkirk. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

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Day trips

Kootenay National Park – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Kootenay National Park, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Moraine Lake (Banff National Park), Panorama Mountain Resort, Takakkaw Falls (Yoho National Park).

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Best Time To Visit Kootenay National Park

Learn when is the best time to travel to Kootenay National Park weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February and March. Most of it rains in June.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

Sunrise

Best Ways to Experience the Park

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Kootenay National Park?

The top attractions to visit in Kootenay National Park are:

Where to next? Visit british columbia British Columbia region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Canada.