5 Best Sights in Golden, British Columbia

This park is located at the confluence of the Columbia and Kicking Horse Rivers near the Golden airport. The trail meanders along the wetland and forests along the eastern edge of the Columbia River. In the spring, during high waters, parts of the trail may be underwater.

At this newly opened park, a forested trail will take you across a canyon via Canada's two highest suspension bridges (130 meters [426 feet]; 80 meters [263 feet]). There are also viewing platforms where you can marvel over the canyon formation and the surrounding mountain ranges. A play park for kids is included in the fee, but there's an extra charge for the rope challenge course, giant canyon swing, and zipline. 

Boo, an adult grizzly bear, has called this 20-acre forested area in the middle of the Kicking Horse Mountain Resort home since 2002. Although born in the wild, Boo's mother was poached when he was young, leaving him unable to live on his own. At this refuge center, you can see Boo going about his day, take an interpretive tour, or visit an interpretive center that provides more information on grizzlies in the wild.  

Spanning the Kicking Horse River in downtown Golden, at 46 meters (151 feet), this is the longest freestanding timberframe bridge in Canada. Built with a Swiss design from local wood, the bridge reflects the Swiss guide heritage of the city.

This brewery crafts award-winning small-batch Belgian-inspired and West Coast-influenced beers. There's no kitchen on-site, but guests are encouraged to order takeout from local restaurants. Indoor tastings are available, and the large outdoor patio has amazing views of the Purcell Mountains.