Castlegar, Mountain town in West Kootenay region, British Columbia, Canada
Located at the confluence of the Kootenay and Columbia Rivers, Castlegar spreads through a valley surrounded by the Selkirk Mountains.
The settlement emerged in the late 19th century as West Waterloo, taking its current name from Edward Mahon's ancestral Castlegar Estate in Ireland.
The Doukhobor community established strong roots in Castlegar during the early 20th century, influencing local traditions and development patterns.
The West Kootenay Regional Airport connects Castlegar to Vancouver, while the town operates various recreational facilities and educational institutions.
Castlegar maintains numerous walking trails along two major rivers, offering direct access to both the Columbia and Kootenay waterways.
Location: Regional District of Central Kootenay
Inception: 1946
Website: https://www.castlegar.ca/
Shares border with: Trail
Website: https://castlegar.ca
GPS coordinates: 49.32611,-117.66472
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:33
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