Wide Open Spaces
Surrounded by the Columbia Wetlands, take time to breathe in the fresh mountain air as some of the best birding in the province unfolds all around you.
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1Kimberley Nature Park
Located in the foothills of the Purcell Mountain range, this park protects important wildlife habitats of over 97 species of birds, including year-round and migratory visitors.
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2Kimberley Nordic Center Trail System
A 33km first-class network of ski trails for competitive and recreational skiing managed by the Kimberley Nordic Club.
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3Lois Creek Trail System
Offering a variety of trail experiences for hiking and biking, with a mixture of double track and single tracks that weave through mature forest, rock outcroppings, and alongside Lois Creek.
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4Marysville Falls
A short, mostly boardwalk path located just south of Kimberley. A 10-15 minute stroll will take you to a viewpoint overlooking the 30-metre waterfall.
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1Kimberley Heritage Museum
Learn about the history of Kimberley through galleries and archives of local historical objects and subjects.
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2Kimberley Public Library
Find books and resources on birding at this public library in the heart of Kimberley.
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3Rails 2 Trails
The North Star Rails 2 Trails, nestled between the Purcell Mountains and the Rocky Mountain Trench, is a paved trail that stretches over 28km, linking the cities of Kimberley and Cranbrook.
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4St. Mary Lake
A recreation lake located west of the community of Kimberley, popular for fishing, canoeing, swimming and birdwatching.
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1Find a place to stay in Kimberley!
From rental homes and cabins to cozy ski-condos, Kimberley has a wide array of accommodation choices. There are modest mountain accommodations, luxury chalets, ski-in/ski-out rentals, central downtown hotels and many more places to hang your toque or towel.
Fine Dining
The pedestrian-only brick-lined streets of the Platzl is home to some of Kimberley’s most popular cafes, restaurants, and watering holes.
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1The Bean Tree Cafe
A cozy coffee shop conveniently located in Kimberley’s downtown shopping area.
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2Koffee Kan
A drive-through coffee house and bistro offering premium Caffè Monte coffee.
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3The SnowDrift Cafe
A friendly cafe serving coffee, light lunches, and baked goods.
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4Timber Hitch Coffee Shop
Start your day with specialty coffees and teas, or one of their breakfast sandwiches.
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1Grace Cafe and Preservatory
Making mornings better since 2020, Grace’s cafe focuses on organic preserves, coffee, and homemade treats.
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2Mark Creek Market
Fresh and quality produce, meats, and in-house baked breads for lunches on the go or supplies for making dinners while out camping on the trails.
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3The Old Bauernhaus
Located in a historic building first constructed more than 350 years ago in Bavaria, this restaurant creates freshly prepared specialties and traditional Bavarian cuisine including Wienerschnitzel, Beef Tenderloin, and Bavarian Feasts.
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4Our Place Restaurant
A favourite breakfast spot for locals. Enjoy homemade traditional breakfast fare and sit out on the patio in the Platzl.
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1Pedal & Tap
This bicycle-inspired restaurant and lounge located in the heart of Kimberley’s pedestrian-only Platzl features a seasonally inspired menu rich in local ingredients.
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2The Shed
Enjoy sharing plates, tapas, and exciting entrees at this local eatery making use of fresh, local ingredients to inspire their ever-changing menu.
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3Stoke Market
Get stocked up for outdoor adventures with fresh, organic, and local fruits and veggies, housemade baked goods and breads, and cold-pressed juices and kombucha.
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4Stonefire Pizzeria
Located in the Platzl, this pizzeria embraces the Italian tradition of Neapolitan pizza, serving fresh wood-fired pizzas and pasta entrées.
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5The Sullivan Pub
Affectionately known by the locals as The Sully, this small-town Pub offers great homemade food in a comfortable atmosphere.
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6Sushi n More
Small Japanese restaurant serving up a variety of sushi dishes, as well as other popular Japanese classics.
Retail Therapy
Boutiques and outdoor outfitters abound in this Bavarian-themed mountain town. Stock up on all you need whether you’re exploring the wetlands, or searching for a keepsake to bring back home.
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1Black Dog Cycle and Ski
Specializing in ski and bike equipment and rentals, they also sell outdoor adventure gear.
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2Bootleg Bike Co.
Bike rental, service, and repairs for mountain and street bikes.
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3Centre 64 Gallery
Kimberley’s arts and cultural centre with fine art exhibitions, live performances, and workshops year-round.
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4Friends of the Kimberley Library
Located in the Platzl, this non-profit used bookstore has a large selection of books, fiction and nonfiction.
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5Mountain Grass Gallery
Focused on carrying the best in Canadian artisanal glass and fine craft, this gallery is also a bistro that features delicious take-out options.
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6Purcell Outdoors
Outfit yourself with gear for outdoor activities such as hiking, backpacking, skiing, and more.