Trip planner: What you need to know before snowmobiling in Creston, B.C.

Trial maps, top snowmobile trails, club contacts and other useful information you can use before planning a snowmobile trip to Creston, B.C.

by Danielle Cameron

Creston, BC trails
The snowmobile trails in Creston are always a blast to explore. Mike Arlt photo

With a pleasant winter climate, ample mountain snowfall and eye-catching natural surroundings, Creston is appealing to snowmobilers. The Kokanee Country Snowmobile Club has enthusiastic members that can tell you all about the local trails, as well as the adventures they have had. The club hosts family-friendly events such as poker runs and other fun activities for sledders to take part in.

Main snowmobiling trails in Creston, B.C.

    Char Creek Cabin Trail
    Russell Creek

The Char Creek Cabin Trail

This ungroomed riding area is a deactivated logging road that now serves as a fun zone for sledders of all ages. It is located 50 kilometres up the Salmo Creston Pass, and the easily-accessed trail goes for five kilometres before leading to the cabin. The cabin has a wood stove, ample seating, and there are plenty of nearby routes to venture on once you've warmed up.

(Read our full description of this area.)

Russell Creek

The Russell Creek riding area is a logging road situated in Kitchener, B.C., about 15 minutes east of Creston. Please be aware that active logging does take place in the area, so be sure to contact the local snowmobile club before heading off to snowmobile in this location. Russell Creek allows for relaxed family riding, connecting to the Birch Creek trail system and a seemingly endless network of terrain. Check out Powerline Hill, approximately 15 kilometres down the trail, if you want to take the family on a tobogganing side-trip. Be sure you are prepared for mountain riding by having proper snowmobile safety gear and education.

(Read our full description of this area.)

Creston, B.C. snowmobile club

Kootenay Country Snowmobile Club

Club Facebook page

Creston, B.C. tourism information

Town of Creston

Creston Valley Chamber of Commerce

Sledder hangouts in Creston, B.C.

Renee's Roadhouse Diner

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