Rossland

Gold got ‘em here. And the Kootenays kept ‘em here…

When gold-crazy miners struck pay dirt here in the late 1800s, they couldn’t have possibly known what would be “left in the pan” by today. But their grit, courage, and resourcefulness set the tone for the town to come. And, thanks to them, Rossland remains real in an era of artifice.

It might not be as rowdy as the Rossland of 1896 with its 42 saloons and 21 brothels, but this place has a pulse. You can feel it on the street, in the shops, or in the grocery store. It hits you as soon as you step out of your car. The hard-as-hobnails miners with pick axes over their shoulders have simply been replaced by hardcore fun-seekers with fat skis or mountain bikes over their shoulders. It’s true many of them still have massive beards but, rest assured, the vibe is more “bro” than “brothel” heading into the winter.

Modern-day Rossland is that rare beast: A place of small town charm and big, big ideas. A real municipality at the base of a world-class ski resort. A four season paradise where there are more recreational opportunities than there are hours in the day. An historic downtown core with all mod cons, from gourmet espresso to book stores. And all of it is held together by the famously friendly locals and their commitment to making sure that Canadian Hospitality still means something, whether you’re traveling as a family or on

Apres

Pre-après & post-après are NOT the same as “dinner”

Whether you were baptized with a burger in-hand or lean more toward grilled baby leeks glazed with white truffle oil, Rossland’s restaurants are sure to satisfy. Gourmet pizza at Misty Mountain? Check . Sit-down Italian at Gabriella’s? Sì!Life changing nachos for après at Rafters? Burp.Endless Sashimi and Tempura at Aka Dake Sushi? Hai!Exotic ingredients and decadent desserts at Idgies? Hey, that’s mine!Food, fun and cold ones at The Flying Steamshovel, one of BC’s oldest pubs (dating back to the Gold Rush)? Hells yes!  Cook your own back at the condo with ingredients from Ferraro Foods, our gourmet grocery? Paper or plastic, miss?  Scratch craft beers at Rossland Brewing Company? Cheers — and please put your toque back on!

Rossland’s amazing four-season lifestyle offerings have all but guaranteed that entrepreneurial gourmets, chefs, brewers and coffee heads move here and set up shop. And, well, let’s just say that it was all part of our master plan…

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Shopping

Fill your boots or just get them fitted.

For some folks (who shall go nameless), a ski holiday is simply a great excuse to go shopping. At least now we understand why so many large pockets on that giant ski bag were left strategically empty…

Rossland’s independent spirit is perfectly reflected in the shop windows lining our historic streets: No Big Box stores here. Nor will you find obnoxious luxury boutiques selling those weird jewel-encrusted eggs or any other jet-set nonsense. You’ll score items that you’ve never seen before, from infant onesies to top-of-the-line Gore-Tex onesies for grownups.

Shop for shoes at The Red Pair, handcrafted apparel at The Cellar, any and all things cooking at Bear Country Kitchen, and clothing and accessories at Curiosity Clothing and Gifts. Or, have a bed ‘n’ bath bonanza at Feather Your Nest and then get your second wind at one of Rossland’s awesome coffee shops like Grind Coffee. (We’ve done studies and a large latte will enable you to shop for exactly 2.5 more hours.)

Your dad’s 30 year-old gloves with duct tape not doing the trick your first day on the mountain? Go buck wild with the best pick of endless soft goods at the Piste Off Supply Co. conveniently located at the base of RED. And if it’s your sports gear that needs upgrading or tweaking, know that Rossland’s wizards, such as Powderhound, Revolution, and RossVegas Boardshop, can sort you out in ways you never thought possible. They live, eat and breathe mountain sports so they know what works best, regardless of budget. Get your boots fitted or yourself kitted right out, from goggles to gewgaws.

GET LOST Adventure Centre

Find yourself in any season 

The West Kootenay region of B.C. is incredibly rich with diverse activities, enjoyable by all walks of life – and this is true whether you visit in July, January, or October. Until now, guests in the region would have to rely on conventional sources to seek out and find these treasures. Queue The GET LOST Adventure Centre, Rossland’s Gateway to Adventure. GET LOST will make getting out there easy, whether you are looking to snowshoe in the winter, fly fish in the spring, alpine hike in the summer, or kayak in the fall.

Rossland, BC is your gateway to adventure and GET LOST will help you find your way to our finest recreational opportunities easily. GET LOST is purpose-built for getting folks off their phones and out into an adventure they’ll remember for life, whether that involves mountain biking the trails of Rossland or soaring the skies in a tandem paragliding adventure. We have gathered all our favorite suppliers in the area below to help get you on your way to an adventure of a lifetime.

Looking for the gateway to adventure? It’s right here.