Moyie

Moyie is a paddle steamer and national historic site located on the shores of Kootenay Lake in Kaslo. The vessel measures about 160 feet long and features original wooden decking, steam engines, and passenger areas from its working years.

The vessel operated continuously from 1898 to 1957 on Kootenay Lake, carrying passengers and cargo between railway terminals. Its routes connected mining communities during British Columbia's resource-based economy.

The vessel displays the dining saloon, smoking lounge, and overnight cabins that once served passengers traveling across the lake. These spaces show how people lived and moved during the early 1900s.

You can take guided tours of the paddle steamer during summer months while learning about lake transportation history. The vessel sits at a waterfront location making it easy to find and access.

This vessel holds the distinction of being the oldest intact passenger sternwheeler still remaining in North America. Its permanent berth on the waterfront makes it a landmark visible from many parts of town.