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Road Trips

East Kootenays: 10-Day Road Trip

Biking in Golden

Rocky and Purcell Mountain Riding

Pressed between the Rockies and the Purcell Mountain ranges lies a string of incredible mountain towns that host some of BC’s very best mountain biking. There are endless singletrack options, developed downhill bike parks, wilderness trails, adventure opportunities, and infrastructure for all types of bike groups.

Trip statistics

Number of Days Riding
10
Road Trip Kilometres
800+
Trails to Access
650+

Begin the Journey

Follow this itinerary for a 10-day road trip exploring BC’s Purcell and Rocky mountain destinations in BC's east.

Golden

Start Golden

Golden is a community that lives and welcomes the mountain biking culture. With over 100 km (62 mi) of smooth singletrack easily accessible from downtown and the highest bike park in North America at Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, the biking in Golden is hard to beat.

Number of Trails:
73
Highest Elevation:
2,386 m
Trails:
easy
4
intermediate
56
difficult
8
extra difficult
5
Invermere-Panorama / Radium

Stop 1 Invermere-Panorama / Radium

The Columbia Valley lies within the majestic “valley of a thousand peaks”. Invermere and Radium Hot Springs have diverse riding opportunities and an abundance of natural wonders in a mountain paradise. Discover smooth single track through valley forests, epic descents from alpine peaks, challenging technical downhill trails, relaxed recreational routes, and exciting bike park maintained trails.

Number of Trails:
78
Highest Elevation:
2,782 m
Trails:
easy
9
intermediate
25
difficult
30
extra difficult
14
Panorama Mountain Resort

Stop 2 Panorama Mountain Resort

Ride Hopeful Creek Trail for epic alpine vistas in Panorama Mountain Resort. Relax in the Panorama Hot Spring Pools. Cruise the village and dine on mountain-view patios.

Kimberley

Stop 3 Kimberley

Kimberley is a good place to be. Home to a dedicated mountain bike community, the locals who call this place home take pride in their technical climbs and descents and fast, flowing downhills. This isn’t the land of big downhill riding, but it is home to some truly exceptional cross-country biking.

Number of Trails:
130
Highest Elevation:
1,911 m
Trails:
easy
41
intermediate
75
difficult
14
Fernie

Finish Fernie

As the only community to be included in a stage every year since the inception of the world-renowned TransRockies, Fernie is synonymous with mountain biking. Loops of singletrack leave from and return to downtown Fernie, making the ease of access second to none. Push yourself on the steeps or enjoy family time on Fernie’s community trail network. Whatever your choice of trail, Fernie has you covered.

Number of Trails:
368
Highest Elevation:
2,769 m
Trails:
easy
92
intermediate
118
difficult
61
extra difficult
11

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