Justin's Guidebook
Food scene
The gorgeous, one-of-a-kind restaurant is built in the old firehall in Cranbrook’s downtown core. It has been converted by local owners into one of the most desired restaurants and tap houses in the area. It is charming and offers a quality menu and we have always had great service from the staff.
Fire Hall Kitchen & Tap
37 11 Ave SThe gorgeous, one-of-a-kind restaurant is built in the old firehall in Cranbrook’s downtown core. It has been converted by local owners into one of the most desired restaurants and tap houses in the area. It is charming and offers a quality menu and we have always had great service from the staff.
Hot Shots is very close to the house and would take less than 5 minutes to walk to. They make great hot drinks but the Pad Thai is really where it’s at. If wraps are more your style they make amazing grilled wraps and my personal favourite is the grilled chicken bacon wrap with hickory ranch sauce. Mm mmm! They have free wifi and indoor/outdoor seating. They even have a few board games on hand. If you prefer to eat in the comfort of your home away from home then order for pickup and use their convenient drive-thru.
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Hot Shots Café
1924 8 St NHot Shots is very close to the house and would take less than 5 minutes to walk to. They make great hot drinks but the Pad Thai is really where it’s at. If wraps are more your style they make amazing grilled wraps and my personal favourite is the grilled chicken bacon wrap with hickory ranch sauce. Mm mmm! They have free wifi and indoor/outdoor seating. They even have a few board games on hand. If you prefer to eat in the comfort of your home away from home then order for pickup and use their convenient drive-thru.
Neighbourhoods
Cranbrook is a gateway hub to outdoor adventure. It’s been called the Key City of the Kootenays. Here you’ll find breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains, play hundreds of holes of golf within 15 minutes of town, swim in picturesque lakes and rivers. There are many hikes ranging from beginner to advanced and everything in between. There is an extensive biking and hiking trail network in the very popular Cranbrook Community Forest and it’s just a short 5 minute walk to get there from the house. Cranbrook has many outdoor events throughout the year including farmers markets, Sam Steele Days, parades, Canada Day celebrations and more.
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Cranbrook
Cranbrook is a gateway hub to outdoor adventure. It’s been called the Key City of the Kootenays. Here you’ll find breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains, play hundreds of holes of golf within 15 minutes of town, swim in picturesque lakes and rivers. There are many hikes ranging from beginner to advanced and everything in between. There is an extensive biking and hiking trail network in the very popular Cranbrook Community Forest and it’s just a short 5 minute walk to get there from the house. Cranbrook has many outdoor events throughout the year including farmers markets, Sam Steele Days, parades, Canada Day celebrations and more.
Sightseeing
The Cranbrook Community Forest boasts amazing walking, hiking and biking trails through the diverse landscape on the east of town. It has many access points and the nearest is only a 5 minute walk from the house. Windy Bluff is a 20 minute hike that offers breathtaking views of the city. It has many lakes and benches throughout to enjoy the outdoors. In the winter some areas are groomed by locals for x-country skiing.
Cranbrook Community Forest
101 Kootenay HwyThe Cranbrook Community Forest boasts amazing walking, hiking and biking trails through the diverse landscape on the east of town. It has many access points and the nearest is only a 5 minute walk from the house. Windy Bluff is a 20 minute hike that offers breathtaking views of the city. It has many lakes and benches throughout to enjoy the outdoors. In the winter some areas are groomed by locals for x-country skiing.
Just a short and scenic 15 minute drive north of Cranbrook’s city limits is where you’ll find this charming walk through history. Fort Steele is a heritage town that hold some of the richest history of the Kootenays that was birthed in the gold rush era. They have live theatre, walk through shops, candy store, ice cream, horse drawn wagon rides, train rides, a museum, a blacksmith shop and lots of seasonal events to participate in. It’s a must see!
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Fort Steele Heritage Town
9851 BC-95Just a short and scenic 15 minute drive north of Cranbrook’s city limits is where you’ll find this charming walk through history. Fort Steele is a heritage town that hold some of the richest history of the Kootenays that was birthed in the gold rush era. They have live theatre, walk through shops, candy store, ice cream, horse drawn wagon rides, train rides, a museum, a blacksmith shop and lots of seasonal events to participate in. It’s a must see!
Activities
ARQ Mountain Centre has many fun physical activities to participate in. They have a huge indoor climbing wall and a large bouldering area. They have all sorts of fitness equipment throughout like free weights, treadmills, rowers, etc. They have an entire section just for kids from toddlers and up! The staff are awesome and it’s locally owned and operated by some of our friends. They have a coffee bar and refreshments with tables to sit at to enjoy watching the activities. They run classes, host many events and have fitness/yoga classes in the studio. They rent out gear for people who don’t have any of their own and they also sell apparel.
ARQ Mountain Centre
1924 Industrial Road 2ARQ Mountain Centre has many fun physical activities to participate in. They have a huge indoor climbing wall and a large bouldering area. They have all sorts of fitness equipment throughout like free weights, treadmills, rowers, etc. They have an entire section just for kids from toddlers and up! The staff are awesome and it’s locally owned and operated by some of our friends. They have a coffee bar and refreshments with tables to sit at to enjoy watching the activities. They run classes, host many events and have fitness/yoga classes in the studio. They rent out gear for people who don’t have any of their own and they also sell apparel.
Come check out the local farmer’s market. Lots to see, taste and experience; live music, crepes, local organic produce, woodwork, leatherwork, wine and ciders, mini donuts, dumplings, bakery goods, and more!
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Cranbrook Farmer's Market
117 10 Avenue SouthCome check out the local farmer’s market. Lots to see, taste and experience; live music, crepes, local organic produce, woodwork, leatherwork, wine and ciders, mini donuts, dumplings, bakery goods, and more!
The Cranbrook Disc Golf Course is just a few minutes walk up the street. They have 18 holes that are free to play and it’s great for the kids too! If you’re just starting out then I recommend sticking to the “front nine” as these holes tend to be a little easier to complete and they are all Par 3. If you want to try the course but didn’t bring your own discs no problem! We have plenty on hand for you to borrow, just let us know in advance and we will get them sanitized for you. Hole 5 is where I “aced” my first hole-in-one and is pictured here :)
Cranbrook Golf Club
2700 2 St SThe Cranbrook Disc Golf Course is just a few minutes walk up the street. They have 18 holes that are free to play and it’s great for the kids too! If you’re just starting out then I recommend sticking to the “front nine” as these holes tend to be a little easier to complete and they are all Par 3. If you want to try the course but didn’t bring your own discs no problem! We have plenty on hand for you to borrow, just let us know in advance and we will get them sanitized for you. Hole 5 is where I “aced” my first hole-in-one and is pictured here :)