Nakusp is nestled on the shores of Upper Arrow Lake in the West Kootenay region of beautiful British Columbia, Canada. With three direct routes into Nakusp along Highway 6 S from Nelson/Castlegar, Highway 6 from Vernon, or Highway 23 from Revelstoke, two require ferry use. Route 6 from Vernon will have you accessing the Needles Ferry, and Route 23 from Revelstoke will have you accessing the M.V. Columbia (Galena/Shelter Bay Ferry); both of these ferries are free to use.
While you are here, make the most of your visit.
Contact the Nakusp and Arrow Lakes Visitor Centre here in Nakusp for the best information about the area. Their staff are local residents who are passionate about Nakusp and extremely knowledgeable about transportation, accommodations, food – everything you want to know!