Coolest pub/restaurant in Revelstoke. It can be hard to get into but the service is excellent and…read morethe food is amazing. Their poutine is the best I've had. Highly recommend if passing through town.

Super fun and stylish 5-pin bowling alley right in the heart of downtown Revelstoke. This place has…read morea full bar, pool table and 8 lanes of bowling available. There was also a skate/snowboard shop in the building but it was closed when we went. It was definitely my kind of joint: snowboard & ski videos playing on flat screen TVs, good dance music bumpin, local art on the walls, black lights on the lanes, and great service from the bar. There were kids, teens, and adults there all having fun. The place was packed when we showed up around 7pm so we played a couple rounds of pool and had some cocktails before we got on the lanes. Not sure if they do reservations but I might suggest checking that out if you are going on a weekend. 5-pin was different but fun and challenging. You use small bowling balls with no finger holes and get three turns per frame instead of two. The points multiply if you strike or spare in the first two turns of the frame, but not on the third turn. I enjoyed the uniqueness of the game but lost 3 of 4 games to my wife. The only draw back to The Cabin was the limited food menu, but I wouldn't take a star away from them for that. Because we started around 8 and bowled 4 games, many of the restaurants had closed by the time we were done. We ended up finding some great pizza at the local bar, The Village Idiot. In summary: great drinks, fun atmosphere, and friendly staff. Not your typical bowling alley. I definitely plan to come back on my next trip to Revelstoke!

What!!! Only 1 review? Big thrills for the young and athletic here. We had a 15 and 18 year old do…read morethe advanced course while my daughter 9 and her two cousins (8 & 10) did the smaller course and the jungle gym. Kids are safety harnessed in with helmet and basically tight roping a big circle... with the exception of green caterpillar structure which is a crawl through. The smaller guided course is in need of a zip line structure/feature. The jungle gym is unguided and does have a zip line feature which is the saving grace of the two children sections. My daughter liked the jungle gym more while the other two liked the guided course. The teen/adult climbing area was pretty impressive. If you're expecting to just zip line from one tree to the next this is not it. The staff from the ground basically coaches you from one section to the next. The guides are really good at what they do.

This is a great place for the whole family. There is a climbing tower complete with a drop swing…read moreand a platform sky jump at 35 feet. There is a area for younger children less than 4' 6". An obstacle course amongst the trees connected with safety wires where the child can climb, jump, and move from tree to tree. A similar challenge course for larger children and adults higher off the ground amongst the trees includes the blinds and challenge obstacles. Starting from a novice level going to a much more difficult challenge, with the ability to leave the course at various stages. Some of the obstacles are rope bridges, ladders, zip lines and other obstacles. Safety is the of the upmost importance and prior to going on the adult obstacle course we were given a workup under the supervision of staff complete with a safety briefing. I felt very confident and safe. The children's obstacle course was also very safe with our child spending a good amount of time on the obstacle. There is a gift shop as well as a food truck on location. We had initially planned to spend half the day at skytrek eventua park and the other half at enchanted Forest but had to spread it out over two days.

Amazing, just amazing. Super-accessible, just off parking lot. Gets you right next to the Falls…read morewhich are wonderful ... and loud! We were there in early October and the Columbia River salmon were spawning. The best. And only 15 minutes from downtown Revelstoke.

Begbie Falls Recreation Site is located along Highway 23, and is 12 kilometers or 7.5 miles south…read moreof Revelstoke, British Columbia. I believe the primary attraction is hiking to Begbie Falls. But before talking about the waterfall, I must warn about the dirt/gravel road it takes to arrive here... After making a left hand turn off Highway 23, it's a 2 kilometer drive on a very bumpy and rugged road. For anyone with a compact/midsize car (or without 4x4 vehicle), I'd suggest slowly riding the break to focus on avoiding big potholes and possibly damaging your tires. I didn't head caution and learned that lesson the hard way a few days later. Once at the end of the road, there's a sign stating..."Begbie Falls Recreation Site, British Columbia". But...the trailhead for the actual falls is along an unmarked pathway opposite from the actual sign. This confused me as I began hiking and not making progress, I turned around and had to restart. Things can be tricky as there are multiple options of starting points. The hike to the falls is about 1 mile each way with the trail descending almost 800 feet lower into the lower bowl of the forest. I'd rate it as moderately easy. Begbie Falls is a 40 foot waterfall divided into two separate waterfalls rushing down next to each other. You'd think that two waterfalls within one setting can be photogenic, but unfortunately that wasn't the case. The viewpoint was okay. The branches and natural forest growth over time partially obstructed views of the falls. I was trying to discover an elevated observation point to better look down upon the falls, but never found anything. Also, I did look for a clearance to get around past the viewpoint area, but it just wasn't possible. So overall, the pictures weren't as special as I had anticipated them to be. I stopped by around 6:30pm over the summertime and the dense forest obstructed a lot of the day's remaining sunlight casting Begbie Falls from a dark perspective. I believe visiting in the middle of the day would provide more quality moments among nature. After grabbing a few photos of the falls, I was motivated to return to the trailhead and start driving back over that dreaded rough dirt road. Lol, it was sort of the only thing left on my mind at that point. Fast forward months later and researching this Begbie Falls Recreation Site, there is more offered here than just hiking to the waterfall... It's a campground as well. Here are some details... - $15 per night (Canadian) - 26 sites - Vault toilets only - Open seasonally May 1 - Sep 30 Finally, if you're looking for longer hiking activities, Mount Begbie Summit (10 miles - difficult), Hemlock Grove Look (4.5 miles - moderate), can be better challenges, according to alltrails.com. Overall, Begbie Falls is good for recreational day use and or simply seeing the waterfall for a brief hour or two. For those folks looking to explore more waterfalls around the area, Sutherland Falls and Moses Falls can be better visits.

These are good dudes who charge a fair price, do a great job, and get your board back to you…read morequickly.

The team at The Wax Bench did a great base grind, edge finish, and wax on my son's DIY snowboard…read more They were very quick and turned a messy post-production base into a great rideable board. Highly recommend.

Glacier National Park in British Columbia is an incredible combination of rugged mountains,…read moreglaciers, waterfalls, deep valleys, and pristine wilderness. The scenery is dramatic from almost every direction, but hiking into the alpine terrain is where the park really comes alive. It was my favorite stop of the trip. They have a variety of challenging hikes. We hiked the Perley Rock Trail, a challenging 7.6-mile (12.3 km) out-and-back near Rogers Pass. It's a steep climb through forest and rocky alpine terrain, but the views become more impressive with every bit of elevation gained. Along the way, we had panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, waterfalls, and valleys. We encountered a variety of wildlife during our 6 hour journey. The highlight is reaching the Perley Rock viewpoint, where you're rewarded with an incredible, up-close view of the Illecillewaet Glacier. Seeing the massive glacier, ice formations, and surrounding mountain landscape from above was unforgettable. This is definitely a challenging hike, but it showcases exactly what makes Glacier National Park so special: wild, dramatic alpine scenery that feels completely untouched and immense. If you're visiting the Rogers Pass area and enjoy hiking, Glacier National Park is absolutely worth the effort.

This is a Mount Rushmore national park. Incredible scenery. Great wildlife and plant life…read more Friendly rangers. Not crowded. Worth a trip to check out.

Review Visit: July 20th, 2015…read more It wouldn't be an enchanted road trip in Canada without a stop at the Enchanted Forest! In the months leading up to our trip, we made a list of things we would like to do. Our Canadian guide (my cousin's wife) knew the route and mentioned many things to do along the way. The Enchanted Forest was one of the things we jotted down. Fast forward to us on the road and driving west; timing ended up working out great for us as we passed by Revelstoke during the afternoon. With that to our advantage, we pulled over to check out The Enchanted Forest. Going in, I had no idea what to expect. Thoughts of fancy forests with fog and unicorns are what sprang to mind. A forest dedicated to fairy tales is not what I imagined. But that's what the Enchanted Forest is. One dedicated to all those fairy tales we all hear as kids. Parking was a bit of a pain as the lot was smaller and we stopped by during the peak tourist season, but we eventually found a place and headed in. Entry was around $12 or so but since it's been awhile, please check their website for an accurate price. We all paid, grabbed maps and headed in. As we paid and headed in, I couldn't think that this was an actual place. It seemed like a fairy tale in of itself. A random forest dedicated to fairy tales and the like. But every step of the way just kept up that initial surprise. Every path and every turn lead to a small set up dedicated to some tale or some folk lore. Some I recognized, some I didn't. Here and there, you would find poems or excerpts from the origins of what the displays were based on. That helped figure out where and what certain displays were. Walking around, you can head whichever way you want and spend time with the displays, taking fun photos with most of them. You can't interact with them for the most part, aside from the ones that are made to be touched. I remember there being a tree house kids could play in. I remember there being a big bunny chair you could sit in. There was a shoe house small kids could explore. The house that Goldilocks commits Breaking and Entering in is now a real place. Even if you aren't a fan of tales and lore, this place is something to experience just for the sake of it is unique and unlike anything else I've experienced in my years of traveling. Also, the forests of Canada are a beauty of their own. You can browse the photos supplied below but you'd really need to see a video of it to get a good feel for the place. About the only negative I would have to say about this place is that the age/quality of some of the sculptures are lacking. Some have that homemade look, which has a charm of it's own but at the same time, weren't crafted the best. Some of the other things looked like they needed a fresh coat of paint or some touch ups. I assume the forest vegetation/biome isn't the greatest for these kinds of things. With that negative in mind, I am not docking this place for it as I think that it is also part of the charm in a weird way. It's like you are seeing a labor of someone's love brought to life. Kids who grew up reading would love this place. Adults who grew up with these stories would also love this place. It's like seeing a story adapted in to a movie. Those words and mental images brought to life.

For a family of four we paid just under 50$. I think this…read morewould be a great environment for families with children under the age of 7. The idea of the park is good... however the characters in the park are outdated and kinda creepy. For the amount of money they charged us to get in.. I think maybe they should update their characters. The little houses were cute. But again. Made for young children. The park doesn't take more then an hour to go through.

Driving to the summit at Mount Revelstoke National Park was just okay. The road to get to the top…read moreis called Meadows in the Sky Parkway. And before entering, you must display a National Parks Pass of Canada or purchase one at the guardhouse. I bought my yearly Canadian Parks Pass back in Banff National Park for $72 - Canadian or $55 - US. And this allowed me access to all the major parks throughout Canada for an entire year! Make sure when driving this Meadows in the Sky Road, you have a Mount Revelstoke Park pamphlet guide as it'll direct you and talk about the roadside stops you can make along the 26-kilometer or 16-mile drive to the peak. My only issue with the journey to the top were that the stops along the way were really mediocre. There were maybe 12 of them and they partly offered perspectives of the Revelstoke landscape. But, with the growth of trees over time, branches and general forest expansion, a lot of overlooks were completely hindered or not picturesque at all. My favorite stop was #3, called - Nels Nelson Ski Jump Viewpoint. Here you're afforded the best sights of the downtown Revelstoke area. Plus, there's a set of replica ski's or like a statue/mannequin where you can live out your inner skiing dreams portraying speeding down the edge of a ramp and lifting off high in the air. You just approach the edge of the observation platform and fit yourself into the statue of the skier, as if you're a human puzzle piece, lol. It's a weird, yet playful chance to better understand what Revelstoke slopes are like during winters. Besides the Nels Nelson Ski Jump Lookout, the other stops to the summit were below average. In fact, I'd rather not mention any of them. But the park pamphlet guide will navigate you to the end of the road. Ultimately, the star activity at Mount Revelstoke is hiking! So, when you arrive at the top, then it'll be time to put your hiking shoes on and start enjoying nature. And the park brochure is still useful and will describe trails you may be interested in. I recommend this pathway (what I did at the summit)... - Fire Lookout to...Heather Lake to...Miller Lake to...Eva Lake. This route goes in order and will take the remainder of the day to complete. Overall, just driving Meadows in the Sky Parkway and casually taking your time is still a pleasant way to appreciate going to the top of a mountain. I would just suggest tempering your expectations for the roadside stops. That's where I had overly ambitious thinking. This drive will not offer "Going to the Sun Road" type moments, lol. In a separate review of Mount Revelstoke National Park, I will highlight trails at the summit in more detail and offer insight into what to expect on day hikes. Lastly, I'd say you can use 1 full day to explore Mount Revelstoke. Though if you include hiking within your itinerary, you could easily break up the adventure into 2 days so not to feel rushed, but you will have to drive this Meadows in the Sky Parkway 2x, which could feel repetitive. Either way though, if you want to uncover the best aspects of Mount Revelstoke National Park of Canada, then you must embark upon this Meadows in the Sky Parkway.

Great little hike. Nice interpretive section and great lookouts. Somewhat steep sections but…read moremoderately easy and well marked.

OMG THANK YOU GRIZZLY REVELSTOKE!!!!!!!!!!…read more We cannot thank you enough for ur super appreciated, super efficient, super compassionate and understanding...and super fast help!!!!!!!!!!!!! The lady that helped us as soon as we got there at 7:45am on a Wednesday morning...if i could go back n kiss her i would! We broke down the night before in Blaeberry (ya what a name right???) with a flat and had a horrible experience with being broke down on the side of a highway and a useless rental service "caa" (supposedly) coming to our "rescue" (we ended up doing most of the work). Anyways long story short ...traumatizing until we got to Revelstoke...and upon the helpful advice of a nearby 7-eleven Aussie employee we came upon this place .... And they are the saviours of our journey. No exaggeration. That first lady (we presume the boss) was fantabulous and seriously made us feel so reassured..so calm...so listened to. I highly recommend these guys if ur in the area ...they did an oil change and fixed our tire for a super reasonable price and super quality service in a super timely manner! We were back on the road in less than an hour and a half after showin up before they even opened and they did their super best to help us! Grizzly Revelstoke : We love you thank you so much again for the phenomenal service!!!!!

Hi Tom and Crew. Thanks so much for helping me with my breaks when I was in a bind. That was very…read morekind of you to squeeze me in and get me home safely. I really appreciate the kindness and service.