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Kootenay National Park turns 100 this year! The park was officially established on April 21, 1920, when the Canadian government agreed to build a new road through the Canadian Rockies. This road connects the Trans-Canada Highway to the iconic Radium Hot Springs through steep and towering peaks, past deep canyons and over turbulent rivers. With plenty of day hikes, short excursions and backcountry access along this road, it’s an adventurer’s paradise. There’s a surprise around every corner. -KATE BARKER
The Burgess Shale is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also the best place to learn about prehistoric wildlife in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. It is an important scientific resource that has been the source of many paleontology discoveries. Guided tours that discuss the impressive fossil record will resume in 2021!
Looking for fun? Stay at the Village of Radium Hot Springs! The iconic hot springs pools will reopen when it's safe. In the meantime, get your adrenaline pumping with Valley Zipline Adventures (p 70) or learn about the wilderness surrounding the village with a Segway PT tour from Scootin’ Kootenay Tours. Relax in comfort in a sustainable yurt campground with Radius Retreat.
-DERRICK SZUSZKIEL
-KATE BARKER
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