Kimberley
Kootenays, British Columbia, Canada

Kimberley, BC is a mountain recreation village situated in the Rocky Mountain Trench located in between the Purcell and Rocky Mountain Ranges in the southeastern section of the province of British Columbia, Canada. Kimberley is the second highest community in Canada with an elevation of 1,110 metres (3663 ft) above sea level.

The community of Kimberley is part of the Kootenay region of British Columbia, Canada. A region of mountains, glaciers, rivers, lakes, hot springs, wildlife and forest. It is an environment which encourages adventure and outdoor activities year round.

During the summer months some of the activities enjoyed, in and around, Kimberley include hiking, backpacking, camping, mountain biking, birdwatching, wildlife viewing, cycling, fishing, boating, water skiing, fishing, river kayaking, horseback riding, rafting, wind surfing, picnicking, canoeing, scuba diving, off roading, dirt biking and mountain climbing.

The Kimberley Nature Park trail system is popular for hiking and mountain biking. The park is within the community city limits and therefore is very easily accessible. The Mark Creek Nature Trail from Kimberley to Marysville is another adventure on foot or bike. When in Marysville all should visit the Marysville Falls.

After the snow has fallen, the activities enjoyed in the backcountry of Kimberley include cross country skiing, ice skating, downhill skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, ice fishing and dog sledding. Many of the activities are enjoyed on Northstar Mountain which is home to the Kimberley Alpine Resort.

The downtown square in the Village of Kimberley, " The Platzl", is full of european architecture. We like that the village square is easy browsing as it is pedestrian only. The cobblestone walkway in the square is lined with stores and shops complimented by sitting benches and flower gardens.

In the centre of The Platzl is a large clock. It is the largest cuckoo clock in Canada. It is because of The Platzl, the german culture and the beautiful mountain setting that Kimberley is named the "Bavarian City of the Rockies".

Services in the community important to travelers include accommodations, campgrounds, restaurants, gas stations, grocery stores, laundromat, banks, internet, pubs, information centre, gift stores, tours and guides.