Golden Part of the BC Adventure Network. Over 5 million web site visitors annually ! Accommodations & Adventures   |  City Information Golden Located in a panorama of mountain and water, this unpretentious community is an idyllic vacation spot - a splendid cast of massive snow-clad peaks, shimmering lakes and high country blue skies. Preserved remnants of early 19th century architecture harmonize with alluring shops and restaurants. Playgrounds, in-town hiking paths and a riverside park are appealing features. Nature prevails on a picture-perfect golf course with a nest of eagles on the 14th hole. Naturalists converge on Golden as a vantage point for wildlife viewing and birdwatching. Anglers fish the local rivers and lakes for trophies. Accommodation/Adventure Providers Alpine Rafting: Rafting the Kicking Horse River since 1984, we pride ourselves on safety and professionalism on and off the river. We’re the whitewater experts in the Rockies, providing you with great value … and excitement that’s second to none. Experience the legendary lo... more Backcountry Lodges of BC Assoc.: Discover the untouched wilderness, untapped supply of powder, and wide range of world-famous backcountry mountain lodges. Our large membership of backcountry lodges means that you are guaranteed to find one to fit your needs, schedule, and budget. more Kicking Horse River Chalets: Beautiful log chalets situated one kilometer west of Yoho National Park. Enjoy the warmth of log cabin living and elegant furnishings - full kitchens, 2 bathrooms, master and loft bedrooms, fireplace,BBQ and breathtaking views. Minutes from adventure activitie... more Kootenay River Runners: Experience river rafting down the Kicking Horse, Kootenay, Columbia Rivers, and Toby Creek as they carve their way through the Rockies mountain landscape. Our unique rafting adventures offer challenging whitewater, family rafting, & evening float trips. more Purcell Mountain Lodge: We offer extraordinary rocky mountain adventures, unique backcountry lodging with casual gourmet dining, personalized service, & pure untouched wilderness. Enjoy alpine ski tours, x-country skiing, telemarking, snowshoeing, hiking, nature walks, & more. more Wet ‘n’ Wild Adventures: We offer snowmobile tours in the heart of Kicking Horse Country, and unforgettable white water trips on the mighty Kicking Horse River. Relax before or after at the McLaren Lodge in Golden and ask about shuttle service from Canmore, Banff, and Lake Louise. more City Information Room Reservations in: Golden Golden - East Population: 4,100 Elevation: 790 metres (2592 ft.) Weather and Environment: Average Summer temperature: 23.9 c // 75 f Average Winter temperature: 6.2 c // 21 f Average annual precipitation: 26.67 mm // 10.7 inches Average annual snowfall: 203.7 cm // 80 inches Access: Located at the junction of Highways 1 and 95, Golden can be reached from Revelstoke in west, Calgary in east and Cranbrook in the south. Golden is serviced by commercial bus line and an airstrip for private flights only. Recreation Facilities & Activities: heli-skiing, ice-climbing, hang gliding, mountaineering, horseback riding, river rafting, kayaking, fishing, wildlife viewing, birdwatching, biking, hiking, golf course, ski area, wetland tours, and snowmobiling. Local Attractions: Golden Historical Society Museum, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort, Reflection Lake Bird Sanctuary, Rocky Mountain Trench Discovery Centre, Whitetooth Ski Area, Yoho National Park, Mount 7 hang gliding, Rogers Pass January - Taste of Golden - fine cuisine & entertainment. February - Willy Forest Days; Cross Country Ski; Golden Rod & Gun Club Banquet. March - Snowarama April - Children's Easter Party May - Golden Triangle Cycling Tour; Bird & Bear Festival; Heritage Walking Tours June - Moto-Cross Races; Mt 7 Mountain Bike & Whitewater Festival July - Canada Day; Show & Shine Car Show; Friday Night Sounds of Summer August - Golden Rodeo Days (long weekend); Hang Gliding & Para Gliding September - Men's Slow Pitch Tournament (Labour Day Wknd) October - Children's Halloween Party; Mountain Literature Readings November - Rememberance Day; Christmas Crafts Sale; Ski Season opening December - Santa Claus Parade; Children's Christmas Party; Xmas Tree Lighting; New Years Eve Fireworks Room Reservations in: Golden Golden - East Accommodations: Golden offers a wide variety of motel, hotel, lodge, bed & breakfast, campground, and RV park accommodations; Resorts and Lodges For Information: Golden Chamber of Commerce Visitors Info Centre 500 North 10th Avenue Box 1320, Golden, BC V0A 1H0 Telephone: (250) 344-7125 Toll Free 1-800-622-4653 Fax: (250) 344-6688   Accommodations & Adventures   |  City Information

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