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Powder Highway 101

November 12, 2024

The POWDER HIGHWAY is the ultimate route to an unparalleled adventure! Situated in the captivating southeastern corner of British Columbia, affectionately known as the Kootenays,... Read More

Our Kootenay Mountain Ranges

November 6, 2024

Explore the breathtaking Kootenay region, nestled in the southeastern corner of British Columbia, Canada. Experience the beauty of the East & West Kootenay as you... Read More

Heli & Cat-Skiing: How It All Started Here

November 5, 2024

It was Hans Gmoser who made snowy adventure in the wild a reality. In 1965, the maverick mountain guide flew six skiers deep into... Read More

What's New for the 2024-25 Season on the Powder Highway

October 29, 2024

Embrace the 'epic-ness' of the Kootenays as our unmatched champagne powder blankets the peaks - a beckoning call for adventure only we can answer. The... Read More

Your Wild Ride - Purcell Mountain Adventures

July 9, 2024

Discover the timeless grandeur of the Purcell Mountains, a subrange of the majestic Columbia Mountains. With a rich history dating back 1.5 billion years, these... Read More

Outdoor Adventures: Unique to the Kootenays

May 20, 2024

This summer, challenge yourself to experience the Kootenays Rockies in unexpected ways. While the quality of our hiking & biking experiences are well known, there are... Read More

Colossal Things to See & Do in the Kootenays

April 22, 2024

The Kootenays hold colossal secrets -- where every corner holds a grand revelation awaiting your discovery. They may be familiar to some, but there's always... Read More

Scaling Kootenay Heights

April 5, 2024

Ready to conquer the world? Excellent - the Kootenays have been waiting for you! This daring mountainous terrain challenges your coordination, balance, and gallantry with... Read More

How BIG is The Powder Highway?

January 26, 2024

IT'S COLOSSAL!  After polling all of the alpine, cat, heli and most of the backcountry lodges - we found out that it is GIGANTIC! 7.2 Million+ ACRES... Read More

Funky Finds on the Powder Highway

January 18, 2024

With over 7.2+ million acres of terrain to be conquered, we suggest multiple visit to the Powder Highway to experience it all! It is home to... Read More

Invermere's Whiteway: And All Things Winter

January 12, 2024

The Whiteway on Lake Windermere is the World's Longest Skating Path, a 30+ kilometres groomed track that runs all the way around the lake and connects... Read More

Up the Ante: Powder Highway Cat & Heli Day Packages

January 2, 2024

Looking to go beyond the local ski resorts on your trip to the Powder Highway? Before embarking on a multi-day adventure, get a taste of... Read More

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