Located in the Slocan Valley of British Columbia, the Slocan Valley Rail Trail is located in the West Kootenays, close to Nelson, Castlegar and Nakusp to the north.
Most of the Rail Trail parallels Highway 6 along it’s 52 km length. There are seven main trailheads along the route and several smaller ones. There is directional highway signage along the highway so you don’t miss the trailheads.
Getting Here
Located in the Slocan Valley of British Columbia, the Slocan Valley Rail Trail is located in the West Kootenays, close to Nelson, Castlegar and Nakusp to the north.
Most of the Rail Trail parallels Highway 6 along it’s 52 km length. There are seven main trailheads along the route and several smaller ones. There is directional highway signage along the highway so you don’t miss the trailheads.
Trailheads are marked on our interactive map.
About the Rail Trail