Nelson

Nelson has served as a mining centre in British Columbia’s Kootenay region since the late 19th century. Set on the West Arm of Kootenay Lake, it is framed by the Selkirk Mountains and grew during the silver-mining boom that shaped many settlements in the province’s southern interior. Baker Street remains the city’s central thoroughfare, lined with heritage commercial buildings, independent shops and cafés. Nelson’s compact centre stays closely connected to the lake, while the surrounding terrain supports boating, skiing and mountain excursions. Discover how Nelson connects with the wider Kootenay region by browsing webcams nearby.

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