Visit Kaslo | Kaslo Guide 2019
Kaslo is surrounded by a vast mountain wilderness riven with rushing creeks and gorges, its centre of gravity the crystal clear depths of Kootenay Lake. Prospectors, lumbermen and speculators have come and gone and will be back; the adventurers stayed on. They’ve figured out, and perhaps you will too, that the real richness here is the freedom to be yourself, to explore. There are so many ways to do that, just read on. Have fun!
Kaslo is surrounded by a vast mountain wilderness riven with rushing creeks and gorges, its centre of gravity the crystal clear depths of Kootenay Lake. Prospectors, lumbermen and speculators have come and gone and will be back; the adventurers stayed on. They’ve figured out, and perhaps you will too, that the real richness here is the freedom to be yourself, to explore. There are so many ways to do that, just read on. Have fun!
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Lovely Wild Beach<br />
Renew your spirit! From the mouth of the<br />
<strong>Kaslo</strong> River all around to the protected<br />
waters of <strong>Kaslo</strong> Bay, the pebble strewn and<br />
sandy beaches are hot underfoot in summer<br />
or windswept and serene on a calm winter’s<br />
day. The clear fresh water of Kootenay Lake<br />
lake, icy cold until midsummer, beckons<br />
swimmers and paddlers in July and August.<br />
Where the river rushes into the lake is also<br />
a favourite spot for anglers fishing from the<br />
shore or from a rowboat or canoe.<br />
Bring your book and be alone, or hang with<br />
your friends and chat. Solve all the world’s<br />
problems! Toddlers splash in the shallow<br />
natural pools released as the level of the<br />
lake descends in June. Surprisingly few<br />
motor boats disturb the tranquility, and the<br />
view across the lake is unmarked by roads<br />
and development.<br />
Dogs OFF Leash Area<br />
Let all (good) dogs run free! At the southern<br />
end of the beach, between the skatepark<br />
and the river mouth is where dog and doglovers<br />
can enjoy off leash freedom.<br />
Vimy Park<br />
Meet me down at the ball game! Vimy Park,<br />
spread out below lower <strong>Kaslo</strong> and close to<br />
the beach, is where you’ll find the ball diamond,<br />
a wide open grassy area to fly a kite<br />
or play frisbee, and an adventure playground<br />
for the kids. If it’s raining you can take cover<br />
at the picnic shelter and there are washrooms<br />
too, near the gazebo.<br />
<strong>Kaslo</strong> Sk8Park<br />
From bikes to skateboards,<br />
the kids<br />
ride them all. This<br />
has to be the most<br />
scenic skatepark<br />
anywhere in the<br />
world – right on the<br />
beach, just north<br />
of the <strong>Kaslo</strong> River<br />
mouth.<br />
LAKE FACTS<br />
Main lake is 104 km long<br />
Average width is 3.4 km<br />
Depth est. 150m Altitude 532m<br />
(varies seasonally by as much as 3m)<br />
Surrounding mountains are the<br />
Purcells and the Selkirks. Highest<br />
peak is Mt Loki at 2,771 m (9,091 ft).<br />
What did you do today, and where<br />
have you been? “I played in <strong>Kaslo</strong>,”<br />
said Josephine.<br />
Moorage in <strong>Kaslo</strong><br />
<strong>Kaslo</strong>’s public wharf is in <strong>Kaslo</strong> Bay.<br />
You can stay tied up to the dock for<br />
48 hours free of charge. The very small<br />
lagoon near the Moyie is a protected<br />
swimming area for kids. Please no<br />
motors of any kind in that area.<br />
<strong>Kaslo</strong> Bay Park<br />
This is the venue for the <strong>Kaslo</strong> Jazz Etc<br />
Festival. It’s a good place to launch your<br />
canoe or kayak from the sandy beach,<br />
and there is a proper boat launch if you<br />
brought your motorboat with you.<br />
Tee time<br />
We don’t like to brag, but… the <strong>Kaslo</strong> Golf<br />
Course is beautiful! From the timberframe<br />
clubhouse to the views from any<br />
spot on the 9-hole course.<br />
Occasionally you’ll see deer,<br />
elk or even a bear strolling<br />
across the greens, taking the<br />
shortcut to the lake. There<br />
are rental clubs and pull and<br />
power carts, and motorcyclists<br />
can get free club<br />
rentals. It’s just above town,<br />
to the south.<br />
P laytime!<br />
<strong>Kaslo</strong> Recreation Complex<br />
The Complex includes a hockey<br />
arena and two sheets on the<br />
curling rink side. The <strong>Kaslo</strong><br />
Curling Club has a men’s,<br />
women’s and mixed league, as<br />
well as junior programs and a drop-in<br />
night. There is an active and welcoming<br />
social club. Go to www.kaslocurling.com<br />
for more details.<br />
The arena side is the home of the <strong>Kaslo</strong><br />
Minor Hockey Association. There are<br />
several adult hockey clubs too, most a<br />
combination of youth and oldies. <strong>Visit</strong> the<br />
arena website www.kasloarena.ca to find<br />
schedules for drop-in hockey and public<br />
skating times. The <strong>Kaslo</strong> complex is one<br />
of the benefits that encourages people and<br />
families to move to <strong>Kaslo</strong>. It is a prized<br />
amenity, providing recreation, social<br />
activities, and pride… Every ice time is<br />
prime time!<br />
Tennis, Anyone?<br />
Whether you’re interested in an afternoon<br />
match or information on a season<br />
membership, call the <strong>Kaslo</strong> Motel, 250-<br />
353-2431. You can also email kaslotennis@<br />
netidea.com The courts are located on the<br />
south end of town by the arena.<br />
Photo: Dmitry Nekhoroshkov<br />
Fresh<br />
lines,<br />
endless<br />
opportunities.<br />
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www.visitkaslo.com <strong>Kaslo</strong> and Area <strong>Guide</strong> <strong>2019</strong> | <strong>Kaslo</strong> BC, Canada 11
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