Map of Kootenay National Park Canada – Park & Location Guide

Map of Kootenay National Park Canada – Park & Location Guide

Kootenay National Park is one of Canada's spectacular Rocky Mountain national parks and forms part of the UNESCO Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks World Heritage Site. The park is famous for dramatic mountain scenery, Marble Canyon, Radium Hot Springs, colourful Paint Pots and the scenic Banff–Windermere Highway.

This map of Kootenay National Park Canada provides an overview of the park, major attractions, hiking areas, scenic roads and surrounding Canadian Rockies destinations.

Quick Answer:

Kootenay National Park is located in southeastern British Columbia, Canada. Major nearby attractions include Radium Hot Springs, Marble Canyon, Paint Pots, Banff National Park, Lake Louise and Yoho National Park.

Interactive Kootenay National Park Map (Reference View) Explore Kootenay National Park, Marble Canyon, Radium Hot Springs and nearby Canadian Rockies attractions.
Tip: Kootenay National Park maps help visitors locate scenic drives, hiking trails, hot springs, waterfalls, campgrounds and major attractions.

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Where is Kootenay National Park Located?

Kootenay National Park is located in southeastern British Columbia along the western slopes of the Canadian Rockies. The Banff–Windermere Highway passes through the park, linking Banff National Park with Radium Hot Springs.

  • Province: British Columbia
  • Country: Canada
  • Region: Canadian Rockies
  • UNESCO Site: Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks
  • Main Highway: Banff–Windermere Highway
  • Nearest town: Radium Hot Springs

Major Areas Shown on the Map

  • Kootenay National Park — protected mountain landscape.
  • Radium Hot Springs — famous thermal pools.
  • Marble Canyon — limestone gorge.
  • Paint Pots — colourful mineral springs.
  • Banff–Windermere Highway — scenic driving route.
  • Campgrounds — visitor accommodation.
  • Trailheads — hiking access.
  • Mountain viewpoints — scenic lookouts.

Major Attractions Near Kootenay National Park

  • Radium Hot Springs
  • Marble Canyon
  • Paint Pots
  • Banff National Park
  • Yoho National Park
  • Lake Louise
  • Emerald Lake
  • Golden
  • Columbia Valley
  • Canadian Rockies viewpoints

Park Features

  • Mountain scenery
  • Hot springs
  • Limestone canyons
  • Hiking trails
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Photography locations
  • Campgrounds
  • Scenic driving routes

Transport Features

  • Banff–Windermere Highway access
  • Visitor parking
  • Tour coach access
  • Trailhead parking
  • Regional highway connections
  • Banff road connections
  • Golden road connections
  • Seasonal driving conditions

Nearby Destinations

  • Banff National Park
  • Yoho National Park
  • Lake Louise
  • Emerald Lake
  • Golden
  • Radium Hot Springs
  • Columbia Valley
  • British Columbia Rockies

Using a Kootenay National Park Map

A Kootenay National Park map is useful for locating scenic drives, hiking trails, hot springs, Marble Canyon, visitor facilities and nearby Canadian Rockies attractions. It also helps visitors plan routes between Banff, Lake Louise, Yoho National Park and southeastern British Columbia.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Where is Kootenay National Park located?
    Kootenay National Park is located in British Columbia, Canada.
  • What is Kootenay National Park famous for?
    The park is famous for Marble Canyon, Radium Hot Springs, the Paint Pots, mountain scenery and scenic driving.
  • What is near Kootenay National Park?
    Nearby attractions include Banff National Park, Yoho National Park, Lake Louise, Emerald Lake and Radium Hot Springs.
  • How do you get to Kootenay National Park?
    Visitors commonly arrive via the Banff–Windermere Highway from Banff, Golden or Radium Hot Springs.
  • Is Kootenay National Park worth visiting?
    Yes. It offers spectacular scenery with fewer crowds than some neighbouring national parks while featuring outstanding hiking and geological attractions.
  • Can you visit Radium Hot Springs from Kootenay National Park?
    Yes. Radium Hot Springs sits adjacent to the park and is one of its most popular visitor destinations.

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This page is provided for general informational purposes only. Road conditions, weather, trail access, wildlife activity, campground availability, hot spring operations and visitor facilities may change without notice. Always verify current Parks Canada information before travelling.