Daily Guided Activities
Daily Guided Activities – Winter
Lessons, both classic and skate, take place on the professionally groomed, 50-km trail system. Nipika’s Ski School is directed by Lyle Wilson, an Olympic cross-country ski coach for Canada in two winter games. Instructors are CANSI-certified.
Ski lessons are open for booking from Dec. 13, 2024 – Mar. 16, 2025. (Click picture for more info and online booking.)
Daily Guided Activities – Summer
Interpretive Day Hike
Nipika is set amid the Cross River Canyon Recreation Site, along the Kootenay and Cross River Valleys with scenic vistas, waterfalls, and beautiful forest. If you’re newer to hiking, want a gentler hike than the alpine offers, or simply want to explore the area around Nipika, this is the option for you!
Guided hikes are finished for the season. Check back in spring for ’25 bookings!
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Alpine Day Hikes
Nipika is in the heart of the Rockies with endless options for memorable day hikes. Depending on your comfort and fitness levels, our guides will choose a hike to suit your needs. No matter which hike you go on, expect a fun-filled day with dramatic views.
Guided hikes are finished for the season. Check back in spring for ’25 bookings!
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Mountain Bike Instruction
With a beautiful network of singletrack, Nipika / Cross River Canyon Recreation Site is the perfect place to discover mountain biking and develop your skills whether you’re just starting out or are an intermediate rider.
Mountain bike lessons are finished for the season. Check back in early spring for the ’25 season!
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Canoe the Kootenay River
Paddle trips will not run for the ’24 season to prevent the spread of whirling disease. We will hopefully run our trips again next year! (More information can be found on the Parks Canada website.)
Check out Kootenay River Runners for options in the Columbia Valley!