Travel reviews
What to do
- Noteworthy
- Worth the detour
- Must see
Best known for its ski hills, Revelstoke and its national park are well worth exploring in summer. The best time to visit the region is from June to September.
Once the snow has disappeared, you can take the spectacular Meadows in the Sky Parkway to the summit of Mount Revelstoke.
Revelstoke Dam
The Revelstoke Dam, a hydroelectric dam spanning the Columbia River, is a popular local attraction. It is the second largest power generating facility in British Columbia. Tours of the dam are usually offered daily during the summer season, from late May to early September, from 10 am to 4 pm. The Revelstoke Dam Visitor Centre is 5 km north of town.
Begbie Falls
These fabulous falls are just a few minutes south of Revelstoke, where Begbie Creek empties into Upper Arrow Lake. It is the perfect spot for a picnic or a walk in the humid forest, with a good pair of shoes and your camera in hand. The site and parking area are reached by a narrow gravel road that is not recommended for RVs. Follow Highway 23 South, turn left on Clough Road, and then right on Mount Begbie Road.
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Mount Revelstoke National Park
One of the major attractions in Mount Revelstoke National Park is the Meadows in the Sky Parkway , a winding 26-kilometre paved mountain road with 16 switchbacks leading up to the summit of Mount Revelstoke.
The Meadows in the Sky Parkway takes you through forests of cedar and hemlock, spruce and fir to the renowned subalpine wildflower meadows of Mount Revelstoke National Park. The best time to visit is in early August when the blooms are at their peak. The summit offers mountain-top hiking, strolling, picnicking and photography opportunities and is crowned by a historic fire tower.
The road is accessible during the snow-free season (usually early July to late September). The last short section leading to the summit area is only accessible by Summit Shuttle Bus (see box below).
If you are travelling with a long RV, some restrictions may apply. Check with the staff at the welcome station to be sure that your vehicle is permitted.
MOUNT REVELSTOKE NATIONAL PARKSeason: Open year-round, 24 hours a day. Visitor Centre: The Meadows in the Sky Parkway welcome station. Shuttle service: Only during the Wildflower Festival : https://seerevelstoke.com/event-calendar/summit-shuttle/2022-08-04/ |
GIANT CEDARS TRAIL
Distance (round-trip): 0.5 km
Time (round-trip): 15 minutes
Level: Easy
Elevation gain: 29 metres
The park also boasts the fabulous Giant Cedars Boardwalk Trail , a half-kilometre boardwalk that takes you into the heart of the park's old-growth forest, among cedar trees that may be more than half a millennium old. Accessible to everyone.
Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park offers exceptional alpine scenery, a mild wet climate and a wide variety of vegetation and wildlife. The Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1) passes through the park, and it is interesting to stop at the Rogers Pass Discovery Centre to learn about the triumphs and tragedies behind the building of Canada’s first trans-continental railway.
GLACIER NATIONAL PARKSeason: Open year-round, 24 hours a day. Visitor Centre: The Rogers Pass Discovery Centre. |
Where to eat
- $ Inexpensive
- $$ Moderate
- $$$ Upscale
- $$$$ Fine dining
Village Idiot Bar & Grill ($$)
This unique, friendly restaurant is sure to bring a smile to your face. Its casual ski chalet decor, humorous menu and quality pub cuisine have made the Village Idiot a favourite for locals and visitors alike. The burgers and made-to-order pizza are the house specialties.
Woolsey Creek Bistro ($$-$$$)
Clients are drawn to Woolsey Creek Bistro for its imaginative, flavorful cuisine and welcoming, funky atmosphere. At the same time, Woolsey Creek Bistro offers a sustainable dining experience that strives to minimize its ecological footprint and encourage local BC farmers.
Where to sleep ?
Festivals calendar
Revelstoke Summer Sessions
Dates: late June to late August
Great summer outdoor entertainment at Grizzly Plaza in downtown Revelstoke. Music of many different genres is played every night from 6 pm to 9 pm. All summer long !
Luna Festival
Dates: late September
LUNA is three days and nights of art and music. If you're in town at this time, come see this celebration of art and energy in the streets of Revelstoke!
Location
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| January | -8 | -1 | 122 | |
| February | -6 | 2 | 74 | |
| March | -3 | 7 | 63 | |
| April | 1 | 14 | 55 | |
| May | 5 | 21 | 50 | |
| June | 9 | 24 | 66 | |
| July | 11 | 27 | 53 | |
| August | 11 | 26 | 56 | |
| September | 7 | 20 | 65 | |
| October | 3 | 12 | 87 | |
| November | -2 | 4 | 106 | |
| December | -6 | 0 | 112 |
Travel reviews
BC Road Trip
Interesting town
We found a great restaurant, Craft Bierhaus, that served delicious smoked meat and very nice beers. Friendly staff.
Nice stop
Lovely town and lots to do there, was very hot when we went in June. Able to get to the Mount resort but parking and the roads a little dusty due to ongoing improvement work. Town was nice to walk around and fun to go the train museum and then see 2 200 carriage trains go by.
