Cranbrook

Once you exit off highway three, you will find a very different Cranbrook, British Columbia with interesting history and surviving heritage buildings and other landmarks in three distinct areas. The core of the city is highlighted by various historic buildings and trees. Visit the Railway Heritage Area, highlighted by the Cranbrook History Centre. To round out your self driven Heritage Tour of Cranbrook visit the Baker Hill Residential Heritage Area. Tie this in with a visit to nearby Fort Steele (15 minutes from town) for a complete history of the area. Visit the Cranbrook Chamber of Commerce Visitor Centre to pick-up your Explore Historic Cranbrook map which profiles 96 historic locations.

Community Highlights

• Trails: Elizabeth Lake Bird Sanctuary, Chief Isadore Trail - Part of the Trans Canada Trail Network, and North Star Rails to Trails- Part of the Trans Canada Trail Network
• Winter Recreation Area: South Star Recreation Site
• Cultural and Heritage Centres: Ktunaxa Interpretive Centre, Cranbrook History Centre, & Fort Steele Heritage Town
• Live Performances: Key City Theatre and Studio & Stage Door

Best Times to Go

Year round opportunity to explore and appreciate these historic places. Visit in summer and see the city in bloom.