Golden BC, british Columbia in kicking horse country. Heather Mountain Lodge provides accommodations, restaurant and activities.

Explore The Golden Area

Reflection Lake Bird Sanctuary is a nice place to stop for a picnic and observe birds, ducks and swans. It is very close to Jita's Cafe (10th St. S) and Overwaitea grocery store, just head south on 10th Ave. S, and take the first right after the overpass on the outskirts of the town. Golden has a network of Rotary Trails that are easy and accessible. The main trail is a loop, try starting at the Municipal Campground, by the Timber Frame Pedestrian Bridge or by the Golden & District Museum. The entire loop is 8.8 km around the southern perimeter of town, but it never takes you very far from the downtown area.

Legacy of Light Gallery, 1-866-344-5955, is located at 917 10th. Ave. North and features the photographic works, paintings and scuptures. Visit www.goldenbcphotography.com for more information. Canyon Creek Pottery is located next door and offers a varied selection of functional and decorative stoneware. 344-5678, info@canyoncreekpottery.com. The Art Spot, located by Jita's Cafe on 10th St. South, features a different artist every month. Golden & District Museum is located on 14th St. S., find out about the history of Golden, and see photos, maps and artifacts.

Shopping: Many shops are on 9 Ave. N., just before the bridge if driving south from the Hwy. 1 exit.
Banks: CIBC and CVCU on 9th Ave. N., Royal Bank ATM at Chevron, Husky and Shell gas stations.
Car Rental: National car and truck rental, 915 11th Ave. S. 1-800-227-7368, 344-9899
Canada Post Office: 9th Ave, N., open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Greyhound Bus Station: 344-2917, Husky gas station on Hwy. 1, north of town.