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Nakusp, BC

The Village of Nakusp is located south of the mouth of Kuskanax Creek, on the Upper Arrow Lake in the West Kootenay region of southeastern British Columbia. Lying between the Selkirk and Monashee ranges, the village is known for its nearby hot springs and picturesque mountain lakeside setting.

Type City

Why go

  • Village in British Columbia, Canada.
  • 1 curated must-see attraction on record, including Nakusp Hot Springs.
  • Served by Nakusp Airport.

History

The Village of Nakusp is located south of the mouth of Kuskanax Creek, on the Upper Arrow Lake in the West Kootenay region of southeastern British Columbia. Lying between the Selkirk and Monashee ranges, the village is known for its nearby hot springs and picturesque mountain lakeside setting.

Must-see attractions

Upper Arrow Lake, north of Nakusp, BC
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Where to stay

240 Brouse Loop Rd, Nakusp, BC V0G 1R1, Canada · brousecreek.com
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4250 BC-6, Nakusp, BC V0G 1R0, Canada · frasersmarket.ca
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673 BC-6, Nakusp, BC V0G 1R1, Canada · ridersretreat.ca
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3774 Rock Island Rd, Nakusp, BC V0G 1R0, Canada · rockisland.ca
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204 Broadway St W, Nakusp, BC V0G 1R0, Canada · store95491754.company.site
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1701 BC-23, Nakusp, BC V0G 1R1, Canada · kbrcampground.com
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#1200 Hwy 23 North, Nakusp, BC V0G 1R0, Canada · murphyslanding.ca
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4 St NW, Nakusp, BC V1N 1N1, Canada · nakuspcampground.com
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8500 Hot Springs Rd, Nakusp, BC V0G 1R1, Canada · nakusphotsprings.com
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210 6 Ave NW, Nakusp, BC V0G 1R0, Canada · selkirkinn-nakusp.com
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96 4 Ave SW, Nakusp, BC V0G 1R0, Canada · lelandhotelnakuspbc.com
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515 Broadway St W $, Nakusp, BC V0G 1R0, Canada
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2384 BC-6, Nakusp, BC V0G 1R0, Canada
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Restaurants & places to go

International, Restaurant · Opening hours: Th-Sa 17:00-21:00 · Broadway Street W · bellasoriah.com
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Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su 07:00-18:00 · 109 Broadway Street W, V0G 1R0
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American, Burger, Restaurant · Features: outdoor seating · 533 Vernon-Slocan Highway, V0G 1R1
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Restaurant · restaurant · 96 4th Avenue Southwest
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Fast Food · fast food
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Restaurant · restaurant
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Airports

Nakusp Airport 2.5 km to the centre
Nakusp, BC, CA
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Getting there by ferry

Arrow Park Ferry
Ferry terminal · 17 km from the centre
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Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Nakusp Airport. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 1 ferry terminal within 20 km (nearest: Arrow Park Ferry, 17 km).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Nakusp, BC. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Local transit

Bus · Nelson, British Columbia · Schedules & GTFS data (official feed)

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach