Category Archives: Valley of the Ghosts

A wealth of activities for the whole family The bustling village of New Denver, home to approximately 600, is a beautiful lakeside community with a wealth of activities and attractions to keep the whole family busy. History comes alive through … Continue reading →

It’s Spring! The Kaslo River is roaring and tearing at its banks. How many years has it been? Eons. The waters have carried tons of sand gravel and rocks and dumped them into the lake. The peninsula, that is now … Continue reading →

Once hailed as the “Capital City of the Silvery Slocan,” Sandon drew thousands upon thousands of miners, merchants, gamblers and madames from all around the world. Today, Sandon is known as a truly unique and unspoiled ghost town that draws … Continue reading →

The Arts come alive at the Silverton Gallery The Village of Silverton, situated on beautiful Slocan Lake, is located approximately 90 minutes from Nelson and Castlegar, and 40 minutes from Nakusp. It is home to an eclectic mix of artisans, … Continue reading →

Hiking, biking, boating and fishing abound There is a wealth of recreational opportunities available to visitors to Valley of the Ghosts. Numerous trails offers hiker and cyclists alike access to some of the most spectacular scenery in all of Canada. … Continue reading →

Thrilling adventures in the Valley of the Ghosts Explore the wealth of whitewater paddling opportunities available throughout the area. During spring runoff, the region’s rivers become a adventurous canoeist or kayaker’s playground. To the south, the Slocan River offers everything … Continue reading →

iscover a rich heritage of mines, ghost towns, steam and rail transportation Highway 31A runs through the very heart of the Silvery Slocan mining district. The stampede into the area began in 1891 with rich discoveries of silver-lead-zinc (galena) ores … Continue reading →

History comes alive in the Valley of the Ghosts. A rich heritage of silver mines, steam transportation and ghost towns is set in the pristine lakes and alpine meadows of the Selkirk Mountains. A sportsman’s paradise, the valley offers fishing, … Continue reading →