Rossland

Travel Guide
Rossland which includes heritage elements and a city
This mountaintop city, with its charming downtown heritage area and golden past, is one of Canada’s highest cities and an excellent base for outdoor activities.

Ski on powder slopes, ride along legendary trails or simply enjoy the town’s sidewalk coffee scene. Rossland is one big outdoor playground.

Rossland sits at 3,410feet (1,023 meters), situated about halfway between Vancouver and Calgary and just north of the US border. Nestled in the crater of an ancient volcano between the Monashee and Selkirk Mountain ranges, the city forms the heart of the West Kootenays of British Columbia.

The original settlement was named by 1890s gold miner Ross Thompson. Enjoy the timeless atmosphere in The Flying Steamshovel, which lays claim to being one of the oldest pubs in British Columbia. The historic Rossland Court House is another reminder of those prosperous gold rush days.

Before you venture out in nature, browse the downtown Rossland Visitor Centre, Museum & Discovery Centre. Learn about Rossland's gold mining and skiing history, then visit its Geology Centre. Try your hand at gold panning and enjoy the picnic and kids’ play areas. Tour the museum's outdoor displays in summer.

During the warmer months, play alpine golf at Redstone, hike through alpine meadows full of wildflowers or speed things up on a bike. As the “Mountain Biking Capital of Canada,” Rossland has trails for all levels. Ride along old railway beds and miner’s wagon trails or, if you are game, take on the legendary Seven Summits Trail. This 22-mile (36-kilometer) single track takes you over dramatic ridges and through sub-alpine meadows and forests. You can even go “bikepacking,” taking a tent and food with you on a multi-day adventure.

After dropping its colorful fall foliage, Rossland transforms into a powdery winter wonderland. Enjoy cross-country skiing at Black Jack Cross Country Ski Club or snowshoe to the Strawberry Pass, where rustic day-use cabins are the perfect setting to rest your legs and have a picnic. On nearby Red Mountain, try Nordic skiing or snowboarding and sign up for snow-cat adventures. This multi-peak ski resort is blessed with snowfalls of 300 inches (760 centimeters) per year.

Rossland’s own climate is surprisingly gentle, with far less snow and about 2,000 hours of sunshine per year. Whether you come here to relax or for serious action during mountain-top challenges, Rossland is a comfortable base.

The Josie Hotel, Autograph Collection
The Josie Hotel, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
4306 Red Mountain Road, Rossland, BC
The price is €131 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
€131
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Rossland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (289 reviews)
"We liked the view of the mountain and lifts. Evening attendant was rude. He saw me after we had checked in. He mentioned he still needed our car plate number. He asked me for it and then snorted sarcastically, "Or I guess you'll have to ask your husband". I went to the windows and read the plate ..."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

The Josie Hotel, Autograph Collection
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Rossland Red Mountain
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Rossland Red Mountain
2.5 out of 5
1199 Hwy 3B, Rossland, BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €92 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
€92
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Rossland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (268 reviews)
"A nothing-fancy stay. Quiet. Rooms are clean and adequate. Limited continental breakfast. Will stay again."

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2024

SureStay Hotel by Best Western Rossland Red Mountain
Prestige Mountain Resort Rossland
Prestige Mountain Resort Rossland
4 out of 5
1919 Columbia Avenue, Rossland, BC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €128 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
€128
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Stay at this 4-star ski hotel in Rossland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (367 reviews)
Couples get away!
"Great place to stay in Rossland! Clean rooms and comfortable beds. Right in the town so close to restaurants, pub, grocery store, etc. Friendly and helpful staff. Second time staying at this hotel and will be back."

Reviewed on 28 Sep 2024

Prestige Mountain Resort Rossland
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
3 level Townhouse with Private Hot Tub and Garage - close to ski hill.
3 level Townhouse with Private Hot Tub and Garage - close to ski hill.
Rossland
Stay at this vacation home in Rossland. Enjoy free WiFi, private spa tubs, and patios. Popular attractions Red Mountain Resort and Big Red Cats are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Fantastic place and host!
"Lots of extras. Heated floors were so nice. Lots of top quality bedding and towels etc. Nice hot tub. Very very responsive host. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 18 Sep 2024

3 level Townhouse with Private Hot Tub and Garage - close to ski hill.
Central location, Lots of Space, Hot Tub
Central location, Lots of Space, Hot Tub
Rossland
Book a stay at this ski condo in Rossland. Enjoy tennis courts, ski-in/ski-out access, and patios. Popular attractions Red Mountain Resort and Big Red Cats are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
A beauty mini vacation
"Went without a hitch. Location is awesome with lots to do."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2024

Central location, Lots of Space, Hot Tub
4 BD/3.5BA Redstone Chalets B
4 BD/3.5BA Redstone Chalets B
Rossland
Book a stay at this ski vacation home in Rossland. Enjoy ski-in/ski-out access, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Red Mountain Resort ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Canadian National Championships
"Always love coming to RED. So different than most other ski towns. Super real. Great locals."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

4 BD/3.5BA Redstone Chalets B
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