Trail Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in British Columbia, Canada
About Trail
The city was named after the Dewdney Trail, which passed through the area. Employing approximately 1,800 people, Teck Resources (formerly Cominco) is the region’s largest employer. The City of Trail is also home to the largest hospital in the West Kootenay region. Summer climate in Trail is generally hot and dry with moderately cool nights. Temperatures often exceed 35 °C during summer afternoons, average 29 °C. Thunderstorms are common during the late-Spring and Summer season, often moving into the valley from the south. The fall months bring dense river fog, especially overnight and in the morning, as a cold air inversion lingers above the relatively warm river surface. Winters are mild to cold with periods of moderate snowfall. Nearby villages such as Warfield and Fruitvale often receiv
Top Attractions in Trail
Explore the best things to see and do in Trail:
- ★Champion Lakes Provincial Park
- ★Columbia River Skywalk
- ★Downtown Trail
- ★Silver City Days
- ★Teck Cominco Interpretive Centre
- ★Violin Lake
Where to Eat in Trail
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Cafe Michael
- 🍴Cornerstone Cafe & Deli
- 🍴The Colander
Where to Stay in Trail
- 🏨Best Western Columbia River Hotel
- 🏨Glenwood Inn & Suites
- 🏨Ray Lyn Motel
- 🏨The City of Trail RV Park
Trail Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: