Horseshoe Rapids Recreation Site
About this site
Notice: The Horseshoe Rapids Recreation Site (REC5022) will be closed to the public from May 27-29. The site will be closed to facilitate BC Wildfire Training and Danger tree assessment and falling work. Your cooperation and understanding is greatly appreciated. Whitewater paddlers often use this quiet, out-of-the-way campsite on the west bank of the Kootenay River. The two sites can accommodate tents and truck campers, but not trailers as there is little room to turn around. To paddlers, the Horseshoe Rapids are classified as medium difficulty Class III rapids located along a scenic reach of the Kootenay River. Consult "A Paddler's Guide to the Vermillion-Kootenay River" available at the District office, local Visitor Info Centres, and Kootenay National Park. At high water, a one-metre high standing wave can amuse kayakers for hours. Visit nearby Natural Bridge/ Cross River Canyon Recreation Site at km 14 on the Cross River Forest Service Road for a short hike to a scenic canyon and waterfall. Additional Info: First-come, first-served basis with no advance reservations available.
Amenities & access
Access
- Drive-in access
Amenities
- Toilets
Contact
Location
50.560772, -115.760775
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