Slocan | British Columbia - 1000 Towns of Canada

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Slocan | British Columbia

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Region:

West Kootenay

Known For:

Slocan Lake | Valhalla Provincial Park nearby | Slocan Valley Rail Trail | Mountain lake setting

Best For:

Lake Swimming | Kayaking | Rail Trail Cycling | Mountain Views | Beach Picnics

Slocan Beach

Beach Outdoor Selfie Spot

A popular swimming spot, Slocan Beach is a unique sandy beach in a town filled with rocky lakes. The beach has a park, a dock, a boat launch, a gazebo, a volleyball area and a small diving board.

Slocan Valley Rail Trail

History Outdoor

Adjacent to the Slocan beach, the Slocan Valley Rail Trail is a 52-kilometre-long multi-use recreational trail. Rich with history, the trail was a former rail corridor abandoned by the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1994. Initially, bridges on the trail were destroyed after the space was abandoned.

Springer Creek RV Park and Campground

Kids & Family Outdoor Stay

Ideal for people visiting the Rail Trail, the Springer Creek RV Park and Campground is perfect to be your base for exploration. It houses an information center, campsites, hiking trails, free WiFi and coin-operated showers.

StillPoint Pottery

Shop

StillPoint Pottery is a handicraft shop specializing in hand-crafted and thrown pottery in Slocan Park. Easily accessible from the Rail Trail, the shop makes for an easy stop along your hike.

Slocan City Hotel

History Shop

A small, old-Hollywood-style space, the Slocan City Hotel strikes the right balance between vintage and modern. The recently renovated space has retained its connection to its history by preserving the old-school charm while upgrading it with modern amenities.

Harold Street Cafe

Food

Harold Street Cafe is everyone's favourite spot for homemade comfort food. Their delectable menu includes many dishes, but its highlights are their old-school fish, chips, and cheese pizza! The warm atmosphere also makes it a comfortable space to visit anytime during the day.

Ice Creek Lodge

Outdoor Selfie Spot

Established in 2002 as a remote backcountry retreat for visitors, the Ice Creek Lodge has everything to make your trip to Slocan memorable.

Flacas Bistro

Food

Another addition to the list of unforgettable restaurants in Slocan, the Flacas Bistro is a hidden gem! Their freshly made food possesses a homemade quality with a flavour you can not find anywhere else. Their specialty is creating harmony between local and international flavours in their dishes.