Birdwatching in the Columbia Valley

the practice of observing birds in their natural environment. Many individuals enjoy birding as a calming, contemplative activity that allows them to disconnect from the day-to-day and immerse themselves in nature. It can be done in your backyard, your local park or out on a hike.

• Binoculars
• Field Guide
• Comfortable Footwear

This 3-kilometer trail is located near Brisco, BC. The Lower Bugaboo Falls trail will take hikers up the Bugaboo Creek to a beautiful waterfall in the forest.

This 3.7-kilometer circuit looks along the edge of the Columbia River Wetlands, make sure you bring your binoculars to keep and eye out for resident and migratory birds such as hawks, waterfowl and herons.

This 9-kilometer trail offers incredible views of the Columbia River Wetlands and Purcell Mountains with excellent opportunities to see birds and other wildlife.

Located in Invermere, BC near Kinsmen Park, Dorothy Lake offers accessible opportunities to see a variety of osprey, herons, waterfowl and shorebirds.

Located just off the banks of Lake Windermere, James Chabot Provincial Park offers a wide sandy expanse for lakeside recreation. Here you can check out the interpretive boardwalk trail for a number of birdwatching opportunities and read all about the wetlands and animals that call it home.

This 3-kilometer trail provides beautiful views of local farmland, the Columbia Valley and Dutch Creek. It is the perfect place to enjoy elevated birding.

It is important that we explore nature with good intentions. When observing birds in their natural habitat, make sure that you:

• Stay on designated paths and keep out of protected areas
• Do not feed or all out to the birds
• Don’t leave anything behind – pack out what you pack in.

Whether you pop over on a day trip from Alberta or make it into a week-long road trip with the family, just let the river guide you to fantastic birdwatching all along the Columbia Valley Trail. Book your stay today at Bighorn Meadows Resort!