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Prepare for a memorable ride. This section takes you up to the summit past the Peter Verigan memorial and on to Bulldog Tunnel, the longest on the CPR (1 km – be sure to bring lighting!) The route from Paulson to Castlegar station is about five hours, and has beautiful vistas of the Arrow Lake and the remains of old towns which dotted this valley. There is a huge Natural Arch rock formation a short ways from the rail grade, and a creek which issues out of a cave. Ask for directions as there are no signs at present.
Follow Highway #3 north out of Christina Lake towards Castlegar. 100 m before the Paulson Bridge take the Paulson Detour Rd. up then down into the valley. This leads to the access point for the Trans Canada Trail.
Another of our most popular short hikes, this stretch of the trail winds through the trees along the mountainside, opening to a vantage point overlooking the town with panoramic views of Christina Lake. You can see the newly railed sections above the Crow & Bear restaurant from the highway. Formerly the Kettle Valley Railway Trail, it became part of the Trans Canada Trail in 2004.
Turn off Highway #3 and follow Santa Rosa 1.5 km until just before you reach the first switchback, and look for the parking area and information kiosk to your left. A public washroom is also available here
Christina Lake features over 215+ km of diverse trails ensuring an unforgettable experience for hikers, bikers, ATV enthusiasts, beginners and seasoned thrill seekers alike! The Trail Alliance works with all levels of government as well as dedicated volunteers to represent the needs and values of local trails so that all users have safe, accessible access while preserving the environment that makes our trails such a cherished asset.
The Christina Lake Trail Alliance (CLTA), established by the Christina Lake Tourism Society, is dedicated to stewarding the area’s trails to preserve their accessibility and beauty for all residents and visitors.
Prepare for a memorable ride. This section takes you up to the summit past the Peter Verigan memorial and on to Bulldog Tunnel, the longest on the CPR (1 km - be sure to bring lighting!) The route from Paulson to Castlegar station is about five hours, and has beautiful vistas of the Arrow Lake and the...
Prepare for a memorable ride. This section takes you up to the summit...
This hike will take you to one of the remnants from the smelter days on the KVR, the old limestone loading tower. Drive up Fife Road to the Trans Canada Trail crossing, which you'll find just around the bend from an old log barn, and land marked by the original Fife station building to your left. Head...
This hike will take you to one of the remnants from the smelter...
Another of our most popular short hikes, this stretch of the trail winds through the trees along the mountainside, opening to a vantage point overlooking the town with panoramic views of Christina Lake. You can see the newly railed sections above the Crow & Bear restaurant from the highway. Formerly the Kettle Valley Railway Trail, it became...
Another of our most popular short hikes, this stretch of the trail winds...
Christina Lake features over 215+ km of diverse trails ensuring an unforgettable experience for hikers, bikers, ATV enthusiasts, beginners and seasoned thrill seekers alike! The Trail Alliance works with all levels of government as well as dedicated volunteers to represent the needs and values of local trails so that all users have safe, accessible access while preserving...
Christina Lake features over 215+ km of diverse trails ensuring an unforgettable experience...